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Guys, it’s okay to trade in that faded t-shirt of yours for a fitted or graphic top. It also won’t hurt to give those comfy pair of old baggy jeans or wrinkled khakis a rest either. Before the long days of sizzling summer arrive, check out these five trends that’ll have you looking your hottest.


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1. Colored pants/khakis: The brighter the better. Whether they’re skinny jeans or straight legged, colored pants are a must-have this spring. Throw on a white v-neck and put a slight cuff in the bottom. The next thing you know you’re looking like runway material.


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2. Craft bracelets: They can be beaded, double braided, leather, or something your little sister made in art class. Bracelets opposite a gold watch (another key accessory) will spruce up your outfit in no time.  You can even stack a couple on one wrist or both – the more the merrier.


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3. Suede shoes with colored soles: Splash some subtle but smooth color into your everyday look as soon as you tie a knot in your shoes. These bad boys will stand out on their own so don’t try to match your outfit to the color of your sole.

4. Tassel Shoes & Loafers: Leave those ankles bare this season as you slip into your shoes. Whether you’re headed to class, work, or the beach – these will keep you feeling as cool as you look.

5. R.O.N: Red, orange, and navy are the colors of craze this season.  Sport one of these shades and become that piece of eye candy you’ve always dreamed you’d be.

We asked SU’s young fashion guru Mohammad Diallo, junior fashion design student and former intern at Self, Lucky, and Nylon Magazines, for his take on what’s up and coming for men’s fashion.

To help get you started on your new wardrobe additions he suggested places like Gap for finding “a new selection of colorful khakis, Ralph Lauren for the essentials, and Band of Outsiders.” Avoid fashion fails by leaving sagging, square-toed shoes and ill-fitting clothes in the past, he says.

—Shanice Maxwell

The time for frequent mall trips and tons of online shopping has arrived – all so you can have the hottest spring accessories. No matter your style or swag, the right accessories can turn a casual outfit into something straight from NYC’s Fashion Week runway.

Don’t get a headache trying to decide if you can pull off a tribal printed clutch or sport sherbet colored shades. Here’s a list of 4 must-haves that’ll get you noticed first day of spring.

1. Flirty Fedoras
A fedora will keep you covered and cute during those crazy spring showers.

Hat: Urban Outfitters ($29.00)

Hat: Urban Outfitters ($24.00)

2. Haute Handbags
Who says you can’t be trendy while on the go? All you need is a chic hobo or accented clutch, preferably tribal printed or striped.

Purse: Urban Outfitters ($59.00)

Messenger bag: Urban Outfitters ($165.00)

3. Jazzy Jewelry
Anything floral, feathered, or futuristic patterned will do the trick. Try bold-colored wrist candy or a chunky ring to really brighten up your look.

Earrings: H&M ($19.95)

Bracelet: H&M ($19.95)

Bracelet: Urban Outfitters ($29.00)

Ring: Urban Outfitters ($24.00)

Necklace: H&M ($17.95)

4. Sexy Sunnies
Whether dodging the sun or your own paparazzi, these will keep you shaded and stylish no matter the shape.

Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters ($14.00)

Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters ($16.00)

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Images courtesy of Urban Outfitters, H&M and Forever21

—Shanice Maxwell