Over an English breakfast tea – and midway through a cigarette – at a West Village cafe, Walton Goggins is enjoying a rare break after a 16-month period of non-stop work and intense travel. Thailand for The White Lotus, Utah for Fallout and, occasionally, his home – 125 acres in upstate New York, which he calls “God’s living room”. While we are undeniably in the era of Goggins, the actor speaks with the humility of a veteran performer who believes this could all slip away at any moment. “I think I’m a pretty accessible person,” he says. “My position in the world is, ‘I wanna drink with that guy.’” (True to his word, our interview is interrupted by a quartet of tourists from Atlanta who are huge fans. He receives them with genteel grace.)

Often referred to as the beating heart of menswear, Pitti Uomo returned once again to Florence this season. With it came a sharp reminder that the rules of classic menswear are not being broken, but rather, rewritten. Known for its deep roots in tailoring tradition, the event this year reflected a quieter revolution. Not one of loud rebellion, but of subtle, almost poetic subversion. Instead of reinventing the wheel, attendees and designers alike offered new interpretations of old favourites. This time around, Pitti Uomo didn’t scream for attention – it invited a closer look. While aesthetically pleasing, every trend carried undertones of a broader conversation: about gender, formality, self-expression and the future of tradition. These weren’t just fashion statements, they were questions in fabric form. Is dressing up still about hierarchy, or has it become a form of self-portraiture? Can elegance exist without rigidity? And how much of fashion’s future lies in revisiting the past – but on our own terms? As the industry continues to experiment with silhouettes, codes, and identities, one thing is clear: the modern man is no longer dressing to conform, he is dressing to explore. Here are five standout trends that offer a glimpse into where menswear is going and what it’s trying to say along the way.

Those attuned to such things will know that the men’s shows drew to a close last week. With it, came “the trends”. That’s both the runway kind, foretelling what we’ll be wearing this time next year, and those rolling out in real-time on the streets, showcased by the meticulously dressed individuals who attend the shows. While it presents an opportunity for fashion industry insiders to show off some of their finest fits – Florence’s bi-annual Pitti Uomo trade show has been known for plenty of peacocking – examining attendees’ outfits is a great way to get some styling inspiration to take your own look up a notch or two.

There is nothing quite like a long weekend in summer. Those blissful liminal spaces that don’t require a full suitcase and travel itinerary – you simply hit the open road with a holdall. Of course, there’s still the quandary of what to put in said holdall. Whether you’re fortunate enough to be making your way out to the Cotswolds, the Hamptons or perhaps a long weekend in Lisbon this summer – assuming you’re not already perched up in your Amagansett beach house as you read this – chances are you’ve spent more time than you’d care to admit pondering over what to wear. You may have an event or two to attend, as well as luxuriating in some all-important downtime. It may be tempting to overpack and feel well-equipped for anything your social calendar throws at you. However, a thoughtful selection of crisp and versatile pieces will offer endless combinations – without weighing you down.

Over an English breakfast tea – and midway through a cigarette – at a West Village cafe, Walton Goggins is enjoying a rare break after a 16-month period of non-stop work and intense travel. Thailand for The White Lotus, Utah for Fallout and, occasionally, his home – 125 acres in upstate New York, which he calls “God’s living room”. While we are undeniably in the era of Goggins, the actor speaks with the humility of a veteran performer who believes this could all slip away at any moment. “I think I’m a pretty accessible person,” he says. “My position in the world is, ‘I wanna drink with that guy.’” (True to his word, our interview is interrupted by a quartet of tourists from Atlanta who are huge fans. He receives them with genteel grace.)

Often referred to as the beating heart of menswear, Pitti Uomo returned once again to Florence this season. With it came a sharp reminder that the rules of classic menswear are not being broken, but rather, rewritten. Known for its deep roots in tailoring tradition, the event this year reflected a quieter revolution. Not one of loud rebellion, but of subtle, almost poetic subversion. Instead of reinventing the wheel, attendees and designers alike offered new interpretations of old favourites. This time around, Pitti Uomo didn’t scream for attention – it invited a closer look. While aesthetically pleasing, every trend carried undertones of a broader conversation: about gender, formality, self-expression and the future of tradition. These weren’t just fashion statements, they were questions in fabric form. Is dressing up still about hierarchy, or has it become a form of self-portraiture? Can elegance exist without rigidity? And how much of fashion’s future lies in revisiting the past – but on our own terms? As the industry continues to experiment with silhouettes, codes, and identities, one thing is clear: the modern man is no longer dressing to conform, he is dressing to explore. Here are five standout trends that offer a glimpse into where menswear is going and what it’s trying to say along the way.