Spring 2009 Fashion Trends: Must Haves for Men

As always, a good, attractive belt is a must have for men. However, the big shiny cowboy buckle that was popular last season may be something you'll want to put away this Spring 2009. Instead, just get a good leather or laced belt . Kenneth Cole sells some great mens belts that would go perfect with your Spring 2009 outfits. Instead of the standard black, go with a gray or brown belt.

Designer Quality Sunglasses

Guys, it's time to stop getting your sunglasses at the dollar store! Tacky, cheap sunglasses are easily spotted and usually don't last longer than a couple of days. So this Spring, upgrade your sunglasses to a good pair of designer quality sunglasses. They don't have to cost hundreds of dollars either. You can find some great designer styles at Kohls for about $30. A good, solid pair of designer quality sunglasses that fit your face is definitely a must have accessory as Spring 2009 approaches.

Clean, White Button Down

Since during the Spring, it's warmer, but not quite hot yet, you will want to stick with light long sleeved cotton shirts. A great men's fashion trend for 2009 is the simple, clean button down white shirt. The type of shirt that you would normally wear to work can also work in casual settings. Just wear a wifebeater (A t-shirt) underneath and always keep the wrists unbuttoned when worn informally. The bright white color is a perfect complement to the Spring time atmosphere. This clean white button down shirt can be worn with some basic dark blue or black jeans for a laid back but sharp outfit.

Short Sleeved Embroidered Shirt

In addition to the white button down, you will also want a more fashion forward shirt for your wardrobe, such as a short sleeved shirt with special prints ala Smet. Urban, street, rebellious designs, as well as rock and roll prints on shirts are also very popular mens must haves for Spring 2009. These embroidered short sleeved shirts can either be heavy cotton button downs or t-shirts depending on how hot it is.

A New Scent

Lastly, you'll want to choose a new scent for the Springtime. French Connection cologne is a nice must have scent for the Spring, depending on how it works with your body chemistry. Many people describe it as a fresh, citrusy, earthy scent that goes well with the fresh newness of the Springtime, and it's not ridiculously expensive. You don't want anything that is going to be too powerful. Axe and Tag also have great men's scents that are perfect for Spring 2009.