10 Must-Have New Spring Menswear Essentials

Tag Heuer - 1

Tag Heuer

It’s hardly a secret that your average guy doesn’t pay attention to the latest catwalk action out of fashion week and generally prefers to two things when it comes to his clothes: He wants to look good and he wants to be comfortable. Period.

That’s why we’ve poured over all of the spring trends for this year and isolated all of the best new items any guy can wear to not only look great (and be comfortable!), but also look just a tad bit more stylish. We’re talking about subtle tweaks: jeans in a new color, a new stylish watch band, and maybe a graphic stripe shirt. It all adds up to low-risk and high-reward way of looking your absolute best. And for more style updates, check out 10 Great Ways to Wear a Navy Suit .

MK SHIRT Menswear Trends - 2

Michael Kors

Michael Kors Mens Slim-Fit Leaf Cotton Shirt

To successfully pull of the tropical print trend just keep the print low key and tonal, no more than two colors. If you love all things tropical, why not check out The 5 Best Exotic Getaways for 2018 .

pinstripes Menswear Trends - 3

Neiman Marcus

Isaia Pinstriped Two-Piece Wool Suit

jbrand jeans Menswear Trends - 4

J Brand Jeans

J Brand Kane Straight Fit

The news in denim right now is washed out colors and a straight leg fit (less skinny). To freshen up your look without looking like a clown opt for subtle muted tones. Of you’re a jean lover, check out the 10 Best Jeans To Buy In Bulk .

ETRO blazer Menswear trends - 5

Bergdorf Goodman

Etro Seersucker Check-Print Sport Coat

To breathe new life into the standard blazer, go for a confident boldly rendered plaid and keep the other pieces simple. For more style advice, check out these 15 Genius Tricks for Appearing More Attractive .

watch Menswear trends - 6

Macy’s

TAG Heuer Swiss Chronograph Formula 1 NATO Strap Watch

Menswear is currently on a major stripe jag. Watchbands in snappy patterns take the seriousness out of a chronograph. For more watches, check out these 7 New Watches That Are Instant Heirlooms .

APC Menswear Trends - 7

Bloomingdales

A.P.C. Alexis Striped Long Sleeve Button-Down Shirt

Classic button-down shirts get the bold treatment with graphic vertical stripes.

BARNEYS pants Menswear Trends - 8

Barneys

Barneys New York Grosgrain-Accented Stretch-Cotton Trousers XO

Side stripes are nothing new in sweatpants, but a racing stripe on slim-fit khakis is a great surprise accent.

BILLY REID suede - 9

Bloomingdales

Billy Reid Cullen Suede Jacket

Suede is usually constrained to Fall and Winter, but new lightweight versions are an alternative and upgrade to a denim jacket.

CLUB MONACO Menswear Trends - 10

Club Monaco

Club Monaco Veja Esplar Sneaker

Sure, bulky sneakers in acid colors have their place, but there is a definite appeal to stripped-back, streamlined, pure white kicks.

NAUTICA jacket Menswear Trends - 11

Macy’s

Nautica Men’s Colorblocked Jacket

The boring windbreaker gets a dose of energy with color blocking that draws attention to the shoulders and arms, making them look more powerful. For more on spring coats, check out The Best New Spring Rain Gear Every Man Needs .