Topman References 70s/80s Eastern Europe Style for Summer

The Fashionisto

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Published February 4, 2016

Topman embraces light wash skinny denim for summer.Pin
Topman embraces light wash skinny denim for summer.

The 1970s and 80s receive a modern update with Topman’s summer 2016 collection. Embracing a sporty aesthetic for the season, the British brand looks to the outdoors and style influences from Eastern Europe for inspiration. Imagining a High Trek, function and style come together with classic silhouettes. Nylon co-ord tailored shorts and parachute parkas contribute to Topman’s relaxed season vision.

Related: Topman Revisits 90s Style for Spring Trends

Approaching denim, wide and straight-cut styles are a reference from the 1980s, falling in line with a minimal color palette that dresses sportswear essentials. Revisiting the 1970s, pajama-inspired shapes and revere collar shirts, along with embroidered patterned bombers and suede coach jackets bring home an East Bloc theme.

Topman champions sleeveless knitwear with its summer 2016 collection.Pin
Topman champions sleeveless knitwear with its summer 2016 collection.
A tropical patterned shirt breaks up a leisure suit, consisting of trousers with elasticated legs and a sporty zipped jacket.Pin
A tropical patterned shirt breaks up a leisure suit, consisting of trousers with elasticated legs and a sporty zipped jacket.
Suiting is front and center with a relaxed fit for Topman's summer 2016 outing.Pin
Suiting is front and center with a relaxed fit for Topman’s summer 2016 outing.
Topman reinforces a laid-back attitude with its ripped denim jeans and sporty take on the shirt jacket.Pin
Topman reinforces a laid-back attitude with its ripped denim jeans and sporty take on the shirt jacket.
Topman channels the pajama trend with its relaxed, striped ensemble for summer.Pin
Topman channels the pajama trend with its relaxed, striped ensemble for summer.

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