There were plenty of oversized trousers, sandals of all shapes and colors, sweaters, and color block at Menswear Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2013 in Paris last week. I can’t predict the future but I must say that menswear is headed in a new direction in terms of comfort and fashion gender rules. More designers are trading the loafers for sandals, treating the sweater as a tee, the slipper has become more popular than ever, and adding a ‘pop of color’ is a true understatement this season.

Every pattern and print you can think of hit the runway. Here are my top looks from the exclusive shows:

Acne

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Alexander McQueen

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Balmain

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Belstaff

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Burberry Prorsum

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Calvin Klein

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Christan Lacroix

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Corneliani

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Dior Homme

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Dries Van Noten

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Ermenegildo Zegna

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Givenchy

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Gucci

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Hermès

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Jil Sander

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Kolor

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Lanvin

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Louis Vuitton

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Marni

√√My favorite featured designer√√

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Paul Smith

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3.1 Phillip Lim

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Salvatore Ferragamo

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Thom Brown

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Topman

 Editor’s Notes:

Among the most popular trends at the S/S ’13 shows were nautical pieces, the double breasted blazer and trench, bold stripes, and monk strap footwear. Check out more looks and designers from the exciting shows here. 

Thanks for viewing,

Donnell