Whether it is a sky blue tie added to a somber suit or a sudden affinity towards the colour pink, my friend who epitomizes today’s male youth, has definitely become creative and exciting in choosing his attire. An executive during the week and a golfer on the weekends, he finds different ways to express his metrosexuality by adding bright and fresh colors to his wardrobe. Thus, I smugly think to myself, that the days are over when colours like black, grey and brown were the stamps of a man’s masculinity while all other colours were shunned because anything that was not dark was too “girly.” To aid those who are still blissfully ignorant of what’s in and what’s out, with the help of Ermenegildo Zegna’s collection, Verve shows the successful Indian man how to satisfy his metrosexual fashion needs.

As a working man, an aqua, baby pink or pale lime tie added to a dark colored suit makes the perfect combination for a high powered lunch or meeting. Pin striped shirts with hints of fresh oranges, blues and greens are forever chic and all the rage. However, the latest trends are floral and printed shirts in an assortment of colours and shades- a cool addition to the metrosexual label attached to fashionable men. Surprisingly, this emerging trend looks very classy and attractive in a casual setting.

Coupled with clothes of contrasting colors, Zegna introduces an exciting new innovation that every man needs- the Highway shoe. Made with Nappa leather and rubber cap soles in different and new shades, it goes well with a semi-formal look. Undoubtedly, shoes are capturing the attention of the style-conscious as casual and formal, laced and slip ons, are becoming the perfect compliment to a trendy outfit. This is a big step forward in men’s fashion wear as shoes were never given much importance in making a fashion statement. All these latest trends from Zegna’s collection show that indeed, all men, like my friend, have finally decided to explore untouched territory- bright colours, contrasting shades, floral prints and funky shoes.