Male Style Icon for 2011...Tom Ford

12 January 2011

Tom Ford knows how to dress. FACT.

His Spring/Summer collection is going down a treat and will make its mark in the industry just as all his other collections have done before. As we approach the warmer months- Ford's collection presents a lot of open shirt and blazer designs - very trendy.

These give men the option to look relaxed and chilled out for the purpose of holidaying or can be used to formalise an office outfit. Who says that fashion is just for women?

Ford's 2011 collection centres a lot of neutral cream and coffee tones for men.

They are complimented with suedes and cottons that can be adapted for most occassions. Similarly the silk neck scarf is a heavily used accessory.

This adds depth to the open shirt look, giving any outfit a little pop and of course looks bang on this season (for extra style a well chosen pair of shades) and your are complete.

For extra inspiration have a look at some of the outfits the man himself is sporting at the moment and pop along to his website for those all important suits and neck scarfs. A simple idea, but so much to chose from.

What's more...if you're planning a summer holiday this year boys, then the pink and purple blazers in a pastel shade are very in season and will look perfect for a stroll down any continental boulevard or a late night European evening stroll. (Hint: Milan!)

As part of his commitment to the fashion world he has also taken part in the 15th Birthday Vogue.com celebrations and offered his contribution of:

THE 15 THINGS EVERY MAN NEEDS IN HIS LIFE

1. To laugh - a sense of humour
2. A daily read of the newspaper
3. A sport that you love and are good at
4. Tweezers - a grooming accessory
5. A good cologne that becomes a signature
6. A well cut dark suit
7. A pair of classic black lace-up shoes
8. A smart blazer
9. The perfect pair of dark denim jeans
10. Lots of crisp white cotton shirts
11. Always new socks and under wear
12. A classic tuxedo
13. A beautiful day watch with a metal band
14. The perfect sunglasses
15. Perfect teeth - if you dont, save up and have them fixed