The New Hottness - Acne Studios' FW25 Menswear Collection

Acne Studios' FW25 menswear collection redefines classic menswear by blending traditional elements with a subversive twist. The collection portrays the modern man as both polished and relaxed, merging smart tailoring with an undone attitude. This duality creates a wardrobe that's simultaneously refined and effortlessly cool.

The color palette leans into a rich, vintage-inspired mix: navy, asphalt grey, deep brown, rust, and burgundy form the foundation, while vivid touches of red, orange, and denim blue add modern contrast. Soft pink and worn-in marl grey offer a nod to retro sportswear.

Silhouettes are bold and body-conscious, with broad shoulders emphasized by pads, low-slung trousers, and cropped tees that reveal the midriff. Tailoring plays with proportion—either sharply cropped or wide and fluid, evoking 1980s power dressing. The new 2010 denim fit brings in a bootcut shape, echoed in leather pieces. Oversized shearling and shaggy jackets infuse nostalgic glamour.

Fabrics pull from traditional menswear and rework them with character: flannel, pinstripe viscose, corduroy, mouliné wool, and bouclé mix with layers of merino and cashmere. There are also playful references to vintage sportswear, using boxer poplin and soft jersey. Denim gets experimental, with monogrammed fil coupé and trompe-l’oeil treatments, while raw, rigid blue denim keeps things grounded in Acne’s heritage.

Prints bring in whimsy and irreverence. Gym and varsity graphics are revisited with a “Pink Gym for everyone” message. Trompe-l’oeil makes a quirky return with a hand-drawn suit-and-tie printed on jersey, and pinstripes are warped to subvert their usual polish. Classic patterns like plaid and striped poplin lean into the comfort of underwear and pajamas.

Footwear reimagines formality with edge. Brogues are deconstructed and studded, sometimes exaggerated in shape or turned into boots. A fresh loafer bears the Acne Studios logo, while sneakers nod to both ballet flats and vintage boxing shoes. One standout: a denim boot shaped like a folded-over pair of jeans.

Accessories pull from menswear archetypes but with a twist. A bonnet draws inspiration from vintage flight hats. Belts are finished with Western-style plaques. A new embossed leather Camero bag updates the classic briefcase silhouette. Acne’s signature metal rivet appears as detailing on belts and jewelry, anchoring the collection with a distinct touch.

Overall, FW25 is a confident, subversive take on menswear heritage—elevated, unexpected, and unmistakably Acne.