STYLE AND CULTURE

HOW COOL GUYS ARE WEARING OLD-SCHOOL MINIMALISM

April 16, 2025

Today we’re talking understated old-school. You know that shot of Anthony Bourdain sipping espresso outside a Parisian cafe? Yeah, that’s the vibe. At Gucci, heritage prints are out in favor of monochrome officewear, and Balletshofer’s tailored co-ords keep delivering. If you’re craving this simple nostalgia but don’t know where to start, these five style gurus are the blueprint for modern minimalism...

Man wearing leather jacket and yellow hat | ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @shej08

TEXTURE PLAY

First up: @shej08, proving that minimal need never be boring. Mixing knitwear with leather, this look plays with textures while keeping the palette understated. A wide-leg pant and varsity jacket add a relaxed, tailored balance, while statement shades and a bold hat inject a healthy dose of personality.

GET THE LOOK:

ASOS DESIGN smart extreme wide leg pants in black, $49.99

Bershka faux leather jacket in washed black, $90

ASOS DESIGN super oversized boxy fit textured knitted sweater in gray, $52.99

Man wearing blue jacket and trousers | ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @frenchkidd_

A MOMENT FOR MONOCHROME

@frenchkidd_ proves color drenching is always worthy of your roster. We’re loving these rich blue shades, and the baggy fit brings an easy undone vibe to an otherwise structured outfit. Finish with a good pair of glasses and you’re ready to pound the pavement.

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ASOS DESIGN lace up boat shoes in navy with gum sole, $29.50

Man wearing denim jacket and birkenstocks | ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @kam.aarmani

MASTER THE BASICS

The sunlit cityscape certainly helps, but @kam.aarmani’s 'fits are a lesson in structured simplicity. A crisp white tee is always a solid foundation for a minimal look – just add a denim jacket and mules. But the real star of the show here is the loose-fitting pants, the key to making your thought-out 'fit feel effortless.

GET THE LOOK:

ASOS DESIGN oversized baggy chino with pleats in khaki, $40.50

Levi's Denim Trucker jacket in black wash with pockets, $139

man wearing black cardigan and loafers | ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @shawnayitey

CAME FOR THE CARDIE

@shawnayitey is doing wonders for the humble cardigan. This black-and-white combo is 90s minimalism at its finest. Keeping the cardigan unbuttoned ensures an easy-going feel, and pairing it with blue denim and slick loafers makes for a modern take on pre-millennium style.

GET THE LOOK:

ASOS DESIGN oversized jersey cardigan in black, $32.50

ASOS DESIGN oversize tapered pants with elasticated waist, $44.99

ASOS DESIGN penny loafers in black and white leather, $52

ASOS DESIGN essential oversized t-shirt in white, $17.50

Man wearing leather jacket and tie | ASOS Style Feed

Instagram: @jurkuchgaran

NOT-SO OUT OF OFFICE

2025 has been big for corpcore, and @jurkuchgaran has done his homework. Ultra-baggy pants meet structured 90s leather, flipping the traditional suit silhouette on its head. If you’re taking things a step further, swap classic dress shoes for something unexpected to tie the look together.

GET THE LOOK:

ASOS DESIGN oversized real leather bomber jacket in khaki, $71

ASOS DESIGN loose leg suit pants in brown herringbone, $42.50