Summer is just around the corner so it’s about time you got your summer style in order. The ladies are already fully embracing the change of the season’s with dresses, skirts and sandals, but what are the men doing? Donning a pair of shorts with your staple attire. Here is a guide to the best trends available this summer and if you are want to know where to get a well rounded collection of men’s clothing, give House of Fraser a try.

Preppy, ‘mod’ styles take on a whole new appearance this summer. The preppy trend seems to encompass denim of the Americana fashions of earlier in the year, as well as chinos and deck shoes of the nautical, French Riviera inspired fashions of previous summers. The preppy trend includes turn up, tapered ‘skinny’ chino shorts that rest on the kneecaps. Check shirts and crisp white polo shirts are the perfect complement along with deck shoes, a thick brown belt, and a trilby hat. The overall colour theme is neutral and natural and the style is cool casual meets street smart. Don’t go for too much structure, but tailored features should be included.

All white is a pretty major fashion trend for women this summer. For men, the slightly more forgiving and much easier to wear shades of grey, cream and beige are more en vogue. Look for light coloured chinos, pale granddad style button up t-shirts, white espadrilles and thick, hoodies and luxe cardigans. They key with this trend is to go for pale and nude colours from head to toe. It’s a ultra-stylish look, but needs to be executed accurately, otherwise you’ll end up looking washed out and rather boring.

Whether it’s the recent royal wedding or the summer racing season, but fashion for both men and women has just grown up. However, as it’s summer, materials are lightweight and styles are practical as well as dapper. So instead of a three-piece suit, opt for smart separates in complementary colours of pale blues, beiges, navies, whites and browns. And forget the tie, the ultimate accessory for this look is a large, eye-catching watch, preferable one that looks simple but that packs a punch in terms of technical abilities. Keep the suit tailored, but less structured and formal than a traditional suit.