FASHION is not exclusively a female domain, as men also need to dress to impress clients, colleagues, the general public and  --- of course --- women.

Dramatic proof of this is the story a businessman in eastern China's Zhejiang Province who lost his contract because his shoddy pants fell down in front of a woman. The story was widely published in Chinese newspapers last year. While you may never be that unlucky, there's no question that dressing decently can help on many occasions.

Men's wear this season exhibits a more youthful and energetic trend. Designers embrace fashionable details like stripes and patchworks that spice up everything from shirts to overcoats.

A cotton shirt by Italy's Pal zileri brand features stripes in contrasting navy blue and deep red, and slim stripes in pale red, beige and pale gray. With double buttons and a cutaway collar, the shirt is leisurely elegant and charged with energy.

A deep gray zipped-up knit wool jacket has suede patchwork in the front, making it an excellent choice for business trips. Providing warm and cozy wear, the jacket is both functionable and fashionable.

With fur lining and collar, a deluxe leather coat in reddish brown is Pal zileri's best example of stylish winter wear. Buckled from the inside, the coat is classically simple, with only a horizontal seam on the front providing some minimal flair.

A duffel overcoat with lapels is never out of date with a mature appeal that invites feelings of nostalgia. A long cashmere scarf is the perfect finishing touch to complete the classic movie star look.

Even with classical dark suits, designers have made minor alterations. Show the world your style and refinement with a sleekly tailored three-button suit from Dunhill. Elegantly crafted, the dark blue, light wool suit is accented with slim stripes. It goes perfectly with a gorgeous deep navy blue silk tie accentuated with lovely tiny animal patterns in yellow and brown.

 
Editor: Wings