I’ve been thinking about the current state of men’s fashion and whether it primarily reacts to cultural shifts or actively shapes them. It feels like we’re often seeing trends emerge from streetwear and online subcultures that then get adopted (and often watered down) by mainstream brands.is that truly *leading* cultural trends,or simply amplifying existing ones from more niche communities?
On the flip side,high fashion sometimes pushes boundaries with avant-garde designs that definitely challenge customary ideas of masculinity and style. But does that actually translate into wider adoption, or is it more of a spectacle, influencing things at a distance while everyday guys stick to more practical, relatable looks? I wonder if genuine leadership in men’s fashion requires a delicate balance – recognizing emerging cultural currents and then creatively interpreting them in a way that resonates with a broader audience, rather than dictating entirely new directions. What do you all think? Where do you see men’s fashion succeeding (or failing) in either following *or* leading?