Dads and dudes: the two style clans that dominate menswear

<p>The ‘dad’ look favours straight lines and muted colours, while ‘dudes’ prefer baggier clothes with adornments</p><p>There is a competition going on at the US Open this week and it’s not the one involving rackets and balls. Instead, leading men who are not entered into this year’s draw are serving looks rather than aces.</p><p>Tennis legend Roger Federer took to the court on Tuesday in navy blue polo shirt and shorts, navy blue sweatbands and navy blue socks. The cuts were trim and the top was tucked in. The young Spanish player Carlos Alcaraz wore a Nike vest, untucked and the colour of Ribena, maroon shorts, and trainers that looked like a sweetshop counter.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2026/aug/28/dads-and-dudes-the-two-style-clans-that-dominate-menswear">Continue reading...</a>