From Tight shorts to loose fitting ((Men))

Last summer was defined as the season of cutting up multiple pairs of skinny jeans. The spring of ’09 going into summer, a major trend that will be seen is baggier pairs of shorts. The length of the shorts will be from extremely short to calf length. The beginning of the spring is a perfect time to test wearing leggings and even stockings with your shorts that are being carried over from last summer. From experiencing the tight short trend last year, I learned sometimes they were uncomfortable, ripped easily if cut to short, & gave to much of a slutty look that was not able to easily go from day to night (also going overboard and cutting expensive jeans hurt you down the road). Dress shorts will be seen a lot worn as a suit and pleated shorts with the baggy look is also a definite pair to look out for. Word of advice, instead of cutting more denim, cut & hem the pair of slacks hanging in your closet.

Tie and Dyed

Tie Dye is a really big mix on color for spring and summer. Alot of great stores are carrying different tie dyed apparel. (urban outfitters, American apparel, even channel has a few pieces in the 2009 resort line.) So embrace your inner hippie and put a new twist on an old favorite. Try making a classic and more mature look other than a pair of cut off shorts or skinnies with your regular vans and boating shoes. A pair of cuffed khakis or a nice skirt and suspenders can give you the same fun look but with a sense of maturity and open mindedness. Also anything 60's is a very good look for this season and the next. Any vintage floral prints or anything multicolored will be a big hit.
Click title to see a pair of swimiming trunks from Urban Outfitters