As menswear loosens its hold on dressing decorum, inner

As menswear loosens its hold on
dressing decorum, inner layers and
beachwear provide ideal vehicles to
display a newfound fondness for
color, print and fashion-forward
details.
All these elements characterized the
swim and underwear on display at
Mode City, Curve, Miamiʼs
SwimShow and Salon Allure, Salão
Moda Brasil, Agenda, Bread &
Butter, Magic and Pitti Uomo.
Shortened yet classic silhouettes also
upheld this bold attitude, while an
emerging loungewear sector
promoted an around-the-clock sense
of ease to go along with the playful
mood.
CHEAT SHEET
COLORS
Color blocking in distinct panels
Crayon brights
Fresh mint and sea foam
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SILHOUETTES
Square-cut trunks
Revamped V-necks
2-inch swimshorts
PRINTS
Photorealistic tropical patterns
Water splatters and splashes
Mod-inspired geometrics
Charlie by Matthew Zink
Vans
Mash
Rhythm
Twothirds
Frank Dandy
Lightning Bolt
Color blocking provides an effective medium between solids and prints.
Colors arranged in distinct panels, both functional and decorative / Contrast pockets, edge bindings, waistbands,
yokes and gussets / Contrast mesh linings deliver subtle pop / Wide, dimensional stripes / Tonal blue
combinations look appealing
Creora
2 Xist
Charlie by Matthew Zink
Papi
Smartwool
An array of bold primaries and brights creates an arresting color palette for S/S 12.
Red, blue and yellow are ultra saturated and vivid / Sharp citrus combinations of orange, lemon and lime /
Turquoise is key / Hot pink emerges in solids and as an accent
Blue Man
Wellen
Vans
Quiksilver
Wellen
Neff Headwear
Nike 6.0
Shades of mint refresh warm-weather wardrobes.
Especially essential for swimwear / From bluish sea foam to neon spearmint / Sharp greens update basic stripes /
Black grounds the glowing color / White brings out its cool, fresh quality
Related Report: S/S 12 Runway Flash > Mint Man
Papi
Borsalino
Just for Man
Zimmerli
Mash
Square-cut trunks replace boxer briefs as the underwear of choice.
Completely straight horizontal cuts give way to curved, slightly slanted hems for a new take on briefs / Low- to
mid-rise waists are key / Relaxed fits offset truncated lengths
Borsalino
Papi
Zimmerli
2 Xist
V-neck tees move forward with subtle new design details.
Boldly colored tees are must-haves / V-necks show off decorative back neck facings / Lightweight, soft, drapey
jersey adds luxurious dimension / Scrubs-style tees inspired by Prada are directional interpretations
Freshjive
Roark
Just for Man
Episode No
Ever-popular sweatpants give way to trans-seasonal shorts.
Raw edges recreate the look of cutoffs / Basic sweatshirt fleece evolves into textured knit fabrics / Ribs and
waffle knits look new / French terry continues to gain momentum / Fully fashioned sweater knits for fall /
Drawstring pants inspired by football tights / Underwear-style gussets / Trendy pegged silhouettes enhance
ready-to-wear appeal
Argento Vivo
Papi
Aza Hema
Charlie by Matthew Zink
Warriors of Radness
Tailored mid-thigh silhouettes sweep into swimshort assortments.
Two- to four-inch styles are key / Flat-front buttoned waists create a polished look / Straight and slim silhouettes
update longer shorts / Dapper foulards and stripes retain the classic appearance
Mash
Blue Man
Aza Hema
Nycked
Square-cut trunks are modest and elegant alternatives to bikini styles.
Low-rise waist, straight-cut legs / Wide elastic waistbands prevent digging in / Fashion details like welt pockets,
zippers and belts / Color blocking adds a sporty sensibility
Blue Man
Rhythm
RVCA
Quiksilver
Jedidiah
Blue Man
Katin
Lightweight denim and chambray invade swimwear.
Cornflower blue and faded washes look fresh for the category / Chambray pops up in new colors like red and
green / Directional color blocking / Printed stripes / Denim used as an accent on spandex trunks
Lovege
Blue Man
Diesel
Osklen
Jack & Jones
Tropical prints update in photorealistic interpretations.
Island and resort scenes depicted in digital prints / Collaged prints / Photographic elements mixed with
illustrations / Greyscale photocopier styles / Scarf-inspired mirror prints are the next evolution for tropical prints
Sundek
Diesel
Nicolita
Quiksilver
Moody, water-splashed prints are a new form of camouflage for swimwear.
From water droplets to crashing waves / Birdseye views of the ocean / A range of blues is the natural color
palette / Black and white photocopier prints provide a subtle interpretation / Soft watercolor stripes and ombrés
Glamour Kills
Lifetime
Papi
RVCA
Anna & Boy
Quiksilver
Eye-catching geometric prints capture a mod attitude.
Black and white scheme is key / Cubes inspired by Ipanema beach sidewalks are recurring motifs / Angled,
intersecting stripes / Quilt-like diamonds modernize with stark blocks of brights / Mediterranean-inspired tile prints
provide a warmer, more traditional look
Related Report: S/S 12 Runway Flash > Strong Stripes
EDITOR'S CHOICE: LOUNGEWEAR
JUST FOR: MAN
DEREK ROSE
justforman.com.br/web
Brazilian brand Just For: Man elevates menʼs loungewear with fashionforward details, contemporary silhouettes and exuberant color. Tropical
prints and colorful stripes enliven trunks, while lounging separates take
on trendy fashion details for around-the-clock appeal. According to the
brandʼs mission statement, the comfort and well-being of the modern
man is its key focus, along with innovation and originality—all elements
the spring collection captures in spades.
www.derek-rose.com
Luxury Savile Row staple, Derek Rose has resurged in recent years
thanks to a renewed interest in classic tailoring and dapper dressing. This
season, their signature cotton PJs get a lift with playful polka dots,
notched club collars and abbreviated silhouettes. To their posh pajamas
and robes, the label has added a more casual range of loungewear and
daywear that is finding much success in fine department stores and
boutiques.
EDITOR'S CHOICE: SWIM
2(X)IST
PAPI
shop.2xist.com
The label responsible for turning underwear into an integral fashion
wardrobe component, 2(x)ist debuted their much-anticipated line of
swimwear at Miamiʼs SwimShow. The bold colors and cuts that define
their underwear were present; however, tailored shorts, basic tees and
preppy prints showed surprising restraint and sophistication—a refreshing
new direction for the brand.
www.papiinc.com
Papi embodies the playful, sultry flavor of its Miami surroundings, creating
bold yet masculine swimsuits for men who are not afraid to stand out.
Tasteful, tailored silhouettes, sporty details and sleek color blocking
balance vibrant hues. Coordinating flip-flops, hats and other beach
necessities reinforce the brandʼs lifestyle approach and offer convenient,
chic options for beach bums on the go.