Men's fashion accessories
Men are becoming more adventurous and bold when it comes to purchasing accessories and are opting for brighter colours, according to retailers surveyed by Ragtrader.
The survey also revealed that men are taking fashion more seriously, aiming to look sharper and more stylish. Popular trends in the market currently include funky colours, trendy belts, wallets, hats and even novelty cufflinks.
John Woodlock, Manager of men's wear store Hard Core Clothing & Accessories, says a lot of old trends are coming back into fashion and men are choosing to dress sharper by wearing smart street apparel. "Wristbands and leather straps are selling well. Rings and stickers are also coming back in to fashion. Street wear is also becoming more popular than surf wear."
Top 5 accessories
1. Belts
2. Ties
3. Cufflinks
4. Hats
5. Wallets & wristbands
Top 5 brands
1. Quiksilver
2. Sergio Alvajee
3. Billabong
4. Von Dutch & Rip Curl
5. Globe & Custom
Cash or Credit?
Cash: 24%
Credit: 76%
Average Spend
$64
Business performance
Better: 61%
Worse: 17%
Same: 22%
Trends backed
1. Brightly coloured accessories
2. Novelty Cufflinks
3. Watches and belts in - trucker hats are reportedly on the way out