Flower Power – The men’s Floral trend

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There is a misconception that Flowers are just for the fairer sex, in that, us men should shy away from anything of a floral print nature. Oh contraire by dear masculine friends, as for Summer of this year, all things flowery are everywhere. Our dear clothing retailers from high end designer to high Street wonders are embracing their inner flower power and in all honesty it must be shifting as retailers can’t get the floral trend pieces on the shelves quick enough for us. So as alway we do the hard work so you don’t have to so here are some of the hottest items from this Summer’s brightest trend.

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Long sleeved shirt by Banana Republic

imageMen’s jogging bottoms by Franklin & Marshall

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Floral swim shorts by Polo Ralph Lauren by Harvey Nichols

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Liberty print floral baseball cap by New Era at Selfridges

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Floral tie by Liberty

 

imageFloral patterned socks by Paul Smith at Harrods.com

 

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Floral patterned sweatshirt by Acne

 

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Floral plimsoles by YMC at Steranko.co.uk

 

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Floral print blazer by Gucci by MrPorter.com

imageFloral Rucksack by Bershka

 

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Ditsy floral pattern polo shirt by Native Youth at House of Fraser

 

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Fancy going matchy matchy this Summer then check out this lil floral combo by Farah

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The Buyers Guide to Summer 2014 – Pete Parry – Steranko

imageThe subject of today’s Buyers Guide has been serving the residents of South Manchester and beyond for over 20 years now. Steranko, housed in a former confectioners, where you could say they have been supplying sweet clothes to good people. Fashionable but not faddish, contemporary but not clichéd, Steranko is packed with the kind of clothes, shoes and accessories that simply make you feel marvellous, and leave your friends feeling jealous. stocking such brand as Loake, Nudie Jeans Company, YMC, Wolsey, Superga, John Smedley and Edwin to name but a few. The place has become a bit more than just a shop that sells clothes – it’s become somewhat of a cultural landmark, a place where people come because the are assured they’ll find a unique piece picked by knowlegable and clothes-passionate staff. A place to kick back and get a cup of tea, to discuss football, current events, or where to get the best toasted sandwich in town. The first port of call for your everyday outfits. What more do you want ? So let’s see what the ubiquitous proprietor, Mr Pete Parry has to say ;

Sanders Bruno Gibson Brogue in Dark Navy

Sanders Bruno Gibson Brogue in Dark Navy

 

Hentschman John Jacket in Prince of Wales check

Hentschman John Jacket in Prince of Wales check

 

Fred Perry Tipped Seaside Shirt in Kingfisher

Fred Perry Tipped Seaside Shirt in Kingfisher

John Smedley Eddy Striped Raglan Pullover in Silver / White / Lemon

John Smedley Eddy Striped Raglan Pullover in Silver / White / Lemon

Carhartt Fynn Jacket in Regatta

Carhartt Fynn Jacket in Regatta

Penfield Mens Hooded Gibson Jacket in Sea Blue

Penfield Mens Hooded Gibson Jacket in Sea Blue

 

Adidas Tech Super in Running White / Mid Grey

Adidas Tech Super in Running White / Mid Grey

 

Rains Long Jacket in Yellow

Rains Long Jacket in Yellow

 

Penfield Mountain Crew in Blue Melange

Penfield Mountain Crew in Blue Melange

 

YMC P6BAS Heather Cotton Pocket Tee in Red

YMC P6BAS Heather Cotton Pocket Tee in Red