Are you wondering how to kick-start your fashion year with top trends this Spring? Check out these spring fashion tips for men:

Time to go to school

A great look capturing both retro and modern trends this Spring is the classic back to school look.  Oxford shirts are readily available at stores this season and are a key component to any wardrobe through the early part of this year.  Whether or not you choose to combine this with a slim tie or scarf this look is an all-time classic, screaming retro and evoking memories of Lambretta scooters and mod chic.

Lighter blue shirts work best for the most authentic, of the time look.  A nicely fitted, well textured piece of knitwear added above the shirt can really bring this look alive.  A red jumper with blue trims is a classic schoolboy inspired look which will really bring out your naughty side this season.  There are a multitude of accessories available to top this look off, from retro glasses to 60’s style school rucksacks to ensure however you put this ensemble together you’ll be grabbing attention.

This is an extremely durable and versatile look, so much so that with the top nailed, jeans or chinos can be put with it and even some formal looking shoes can really finish off this look.

Something for when school’s out

While a great look, schoolboy isn’t necessarily something you’d want to look like all the time.  For a more relaxed and brighter look, light colours and subtle differences in shade will really deliver a simple yet effective look throughout Spring 2012.

A light wash pair of jeans with a white t-shirt can be brought to life with a baby blue or green canvas jacket, perfect for relaxing days where you want the greatest impact from your fashion with the smallest of effort.  Accessories can give this look a great twist, with some stylish sunglasses and some simple slip on shoes making a simplistic approach to style a great way forward this spring.

Build both looks

Building outfits from scratch can be difficult during trips to the shops as there sometimes isn’t the opportunity to view the best of everything altogether until you’ve spent plenty of your hard-earned dollars.  The advantages of using a free outfit builder online are massive and plentiful.  Pick out the best garments from the look you want and put them together to check out the style.  What better way to confidently update your style this Spring than by putting together an outfit to make sure it looks stunning before parting with your cash?  Sounds like a winner to me.

Author:  Robert Reeve is a writer for stylepilot.com.