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UTILITY LOOKS FROM THE 'GRAM

From emerging trend to wardrobe staple: it's safe to say the utility look is here to stay. If you've missed the wave of extremely practical and very cool looks, the key takeaway of the vibe is actually pretty easy: having more pockets than you'll ever actually need. Cargo pants, gilets, chunky boots: these are utility's MVPs and the ideal starting points for jumping into pocket-heavy territory. Need more convincing? Okay, check out some of the best looks from the ASOS Man Instagram below...

A picture of a model wearing orange cargo trousers.  Available at ASOS |ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @jxrdanhames

Yes, the utility look is predominantly led by super-wearable shades (beige, brown, khaki and other muted tones), but that doesn't mean you can't switch it up occasionally. And what a switcheroo this one is: bright orange cargo pants? Sweet. Matching bucket hat and Nike kicks? Love it. Crab-motif sweater to tie your eye-popping color scheme together? Perfect.

A picture of a model wearing khaki cargo trousers and shirt.  Available at ASOS |ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @luketroytrotman

Did anyone ask for khaki with a side of khaki, plus a tad more khaki? Color-committed looks had a real moment during the summer and, looking at this 'fit, you better believe we're taking that level of tonal tekkers straight through into fall and beyond! Plus, we've told you before and we'll tell you again: it's 100% easier to put together an outfit when everything already matches 😉

A picture of two models wearing joggers , gilets and cargo trousers.  Available at ASOS |ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @david_fadd and @adefiii

Next up, it's a team effort and, to be honest, the result is just... *chefs kiss*. If 'utility dressing' was in the dictionary, this image would be next to it. These two guys have included virtually every hero piece from the trend: chunky boots, sweatshirts, graphic tees and the OG trailblazer, the hero piece, The Utility Gilet. If you want to buy just one thing that instantly nails the look, this is your winner.

A picture of a model wearing denim and a gilet.  Available at ASOS |ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @p.i.g.a

Oh, what's this? It looks like the weekend uniform we’ll be wearing all-season long 👀 While you may be thinking there's not much point wearing a cross-body bag with a pocket-laden gilet, we're really glad this guy did because now we get to talk about accessories. Yep, techy fanny packs, cross-body designs and harness-style pieces are the perfect reinforcements for your military-inspired looks. And maybe more importantly, he'll have loads more space for snacks when he's out and about – you could get a three-course meal in all those pockets! 🥗🥘🧁

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