Top 10 Menswear Pieces Of 2022

The global fashion technology company Lyst releases a quarterly ranking of what people are browsing, discovering, and buying from 17,000 brands. In Lyst’s Q1 2022 line-up, not all of the information was surprising. High fashion brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Balenciaga dominated this year as the top three most coveted labels. But, the upstarts on the list were more intriguing. 

Diesel climbed 31 notches, making its way onto the collection for the first time, following the revelation of its NFT collection and being worn by many A-list celebrities. Gucci ranked number 2 overall because it collaborated with Adidas and The North Face. Adidas got 17th place. While North didn’t make it to the overall ranking, that familiar puffer jacket was third among the top 10 menswear 2022 collections. 

Wearable Street Fashion Is In

This year’s most trending products are stacked with practicality. From a ’90s North Face revival to a minimum of six pairs of shoes, the ten hottest menswear products for 2022 are created for the guy who gets things done. Loafers remain in the top 10 for two consecutive years, with demand up by 87 percent in the previous year. 

However, it doesn’t mean the most-purchased pieces aren’t stylish. A geometric Prada statement piece replaced the crossbody bag that has been most-coveted for years. Meanwhile, Balenciaga Defender sneakers continue to prove that if you’re confused if a guy is cool or weird, the answer depends on what shoes he is wearing. Below are the top 10 menswear of 2022 and where to buy them. 

1. New Balance P550 Aimé Leon Dore

Dad’s sneakers continue to dominate. Designed in partnership with New York brand Aimé Leon Dore, this pair of shoes is the most sought-after menswear item of the year. It’s not surprising. Because they are tough to find, here’s one from the British-Portuguese luxury fashion retail platform, Fartech. If you want a lower-price pair, the non-collab New Balance 550s are also available here.

Buy now: New Balance P550 Aimé Leon Dore at $879 from Farfetch.

2. Prada Triangle Shoulder Bag 

The embodiment of function meets good fashion sense. This triangular shoulder bag is like the improved older brother of all crossbody bags on the market. 

Buy now: Prada Logo Plaque Shoulder Bag at $3350 from Farfetch.

3. The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket

This jacket never goes out of style and is mainly worn by celebrities today. It is a timeless piece made from a lightweight ripstop shell with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish. 

Buy now: The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket at $480 from The Iconic.

4. Balenciaga Defender Sneakers

The best, quite weird, quite cool sneaker you can own! These leather-free trainers are made from 60% polyurethane, 28% polyester, and 12% nylon.

Buy now: Balenciaga Defender trainers at $1550 from Balenciaga.

5. Adidas Originals Gazelle Sneakers

The OG Adidas Gazelle is back from the 1960s. With a sleek design, the pair is a must-have in any sport-meet-street style in your wardrobe. 

Buy now: Adidas Originals Gazelle sneakers at $140 from Asos.

6. Clarks Wallabee Boots

The Wallabee has become iconic among Clarks Originals collection worldwide. Thanks to its moccasin material and structural silhouette. 

Buy now: Clarks Originals Wallabee boots at $279.95 from Clarks.

7. Prada Leather Loafers

We have another pair of shoes in the top 10 menswear 2022 collection. This perfect return-to-work shoe is difficult to get a hold of in Australia. Saks Fifth Avenue has a few sizes left, so hurry and grab a pair now. 

Buy now: Prada Spazzolato Logo leather loafers, $1,760.45 from Saks Fifth Avenue.

8. Nike Sportswear Air Max Cargo Trousers

These cargo pants are one of the most wearable items on the Lyst Index hottest men’s products for the first quarter of 2022. They look like the updated version of lockdown trackies. Nike’s woven cargo trousers are made from lightweight but durable nylon fabric with an elastic waistband for extra comfort. 

Buy now: Sportswear Air Max woven cargo trousers, $96.99 (originally $120) from Nike.

9. Pangaia 365 Signature Hoodie

The classic from the leading brand in sustainability, the Pangaia 365 Signature Hoodie is the only hoodie you will ever need. 

Buy now: 365 Signature hoodie at $245 from Pangaia. 

10. Fear of God The California Loafers

They were designed in LA and hand-sculpted in Italy. Fear of God’s The California loafer launched in mid-2021. And guys have wanted to own them ever since. 

Buy now: Fear of God The California loafer, $2311 from StockX.

Conclusion

Lyst filters over 8 million items by volume of social media mentions, including searches, page views, interactions, and sales in the Lyst app. The latest edition of Lyst Index is a testament to practical fashion and style in these challenging times. It communicates what people want to wear and the brands that convey that narrative.