The One Fall Trend Men Will Actually Wear in 2025, According to Pinterest
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If you’ve ever looked at your closet and thought, “I want to dress like I chop wood and give solid life advice,” congrats. Pinterest says Fall 2025 is all about the fisherman aesthetic—and no, you don’t need a dock or a dad bod to participate.
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What is the “Fisherman Aesthetic,” Anyway?
According to Pinterest’s Fall 2025 Trend Report, Gen Z and Gen X are leaning into the laid-back, sea-swept vibe that feels equal parts rustic and refined. Think:
Cozy cable-knit sweaters
Striped long-sleeves
Weathered denim
Chunky boots
A touch of rugged solitude
Whiting Tempo Exploded Plaid Cotton Blend Button-Up Overshirt
Wax London
$235.00
Patch Wool Quarter Zip Pullover
Barbour
$150.00
Rip & Repair Cotton Corduroy Chore Coat
Double RL
$495.00
Kite Merino Wool Cardigan
ALEX CRANE
$285.00
Basically, it’s the fashion version of I vacation in Maine but also know how to fix a leak under the sink.
Why It Works (Even if You’re Nowhere Near Water)
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This trend isn’t about looking like a literal fisherman—it’s about channeling the vibe. The practicality. The texture. The quiet confidence.
It’s the antidote to loud logos, overly trendy silhouettes, and TikTok-core fits that feel like a midlife crisis in cotton.
And the beauty of it? It’s wearable. Like… actually wearable. This isn’t a trend that requires a stylist, a runway, or a fashion glossary. It’s just good clothes that make you look like you know what you’re doing—even if you don’t.
2 Sneaker (Men)
Nike
$105
Slabtown 62™ Stoic Derby (Men)
SOREL
$150.00
Where You’ve Seen It
That guy in the brewery who looks effortlessly cool but swears he “just threw this on.”
Every fall menswear campaign shot in a foggy coastal town.
Your most stylish friend who somehow always finds sweaters that look expensive but probably aren’t.
How to Pull It Off Without Looking Like a Costume
Don’t go full bait shop. Instead, pick one or two key pieces and build from there.
A striped knit layered under a work jacket
A fisherman’s beanie paired with straight-leg jeans
A chunky sweater with boots that have seen actual weather
The Iconic Rugby Shirt
Polo Ralph Lauren
$138.00
Ralph Intarsia Graphic Sweater
Polo Ralph Lauren
$298.00
Keep the palette grounded: navy, brown, charcoal, cream. If it looks like it would match driftwood or black coffee, you’re on the right track.
Fall trends don’t usually feel this grounded. But this one? It’s timeless with a twist—and you won’t look back on photos thinking “why did I wear that?” (Looking at you, neon utility vests.)
So yeah, this is your sign to lean in. Buy the sweater. Embrace the sea-leveled chill. And if anyone asks why you suddenly look like you summer in Montauk, just tell them: Pinterest said so.
