smiling man wearing a bright red beanie, cream-colored long-sleeve henley, light green pants and black lace-up leather shoes

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In this guide, check out men’s outfit ideas, clothing, and accessories that fit the 2025 “fisherman aesthetic” fashion trend

Ahoy there, mateys! Move over, brosexuals, there’s a new men’s trend in town, and it’s bringing a salty breeze of style with it.

The “fisherman aesthetic” is setting sail in 2025 with a laid-back, maritime-inspired attitude that’s both stylish and functional. Think: cable-knit sweaters, nautical stripes, and maybe even a sardine tattoo (optional, of course).

The best part? You’ll get to rotate in much of the still-on-trend workwear pieces you already have in your closet to channel your inner salty dog.

To truly nail the fisherman aesthetic, aim for a blend of rugged practicality and salt of the earth sophistication with your outfit.

Durable fabrics like canvas, corduroy, and wool in earthy tones of navy, olive, and beige all will work. Invest in a classic fisherman’s sweater in a chunky knit, and pair it with well-worn jeans or rugged chinos. Don’t forget a sturdy leather belt and a pair of rugged boots – think classic work boots or sturdy leather deck shoes.

Finally, accessorize with nautical touches like a watch with a canvas strap, a simple silver chain, and a beanie and puffer to get through those cooler days.

Get inspired with the fisherman aesthetic for 2025, and shop Style Girlfriend’s picks to nail the look.

Check out the fisherman aesthetic style:

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@fitting_in_now

Wear a bright red beanie

Sailor-inspired headwear is an easy way to try the trend.

man taking a mirror selfie wearing a tan beanie and sweater, blue puffer jacket, black corduroy pants and grey sneakersman taking a mirror selfie wearing a tan beanie and sweater, blue puffer jacket, black corduroy pants and grey sneakers
@ealing_man

Corduroy pants and a sturdy sweater

Top it all off with your warmest, puffiest jacket for a stylishly casual look.

For footwear, swap in a boot with thick camp socks if the weather’s truly miserable.

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@smaclo_dera

A chunky sweater screams “long nights at sea”

Bonus points if it was lovingly knit by a lady love longing for you back at shore.

Wear a plaid flannel

An easy way to incorporate the fisherman aesthetic into any cold weather outfit.

Layer with a chore coat

The versatile light jacket can be pulled into so many different styles, including this one.

stylish man wearing a red jacket, striped maritime shirt, workwear jeans, and brown hiking bootsstylish man wearing a red jacket, striped maritime shirt, workwear jeans, and brown hiking boots
@mattoomanner

Incorporate nautical stripes

Never been on a boat? No problem.

Layer your seafaring stripes under a bright jacket so they just barely peek out from your outfit.

man standing outside among plants wearing a green beanie, tan chunky sweater, barn jacket, blue jeans, and birkenstock clogsman standing outside among plants wearing a green beanie, tan chunky sweater, barn jacket, blue jeans, and birkenstock clogs
@idiot_clothes

Go with all-over neutrals

A chunky sweater, barn jacket, and beanie all go seamlessly together in a surprisingly interesting, textured way.

The Birkenstocks are a nice touch, and trendy, too!

Yep, another vest. Have you added this stylish layer to your repertoire in 2025?

You’ve got plenty of options, so what are you waiting for!

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@triplepape_

Lace up in sturdy boots

The thicker the socks, the better.

man taking a mirror selfie wearing a green beanie, red puffer jacket, orange sweater, navy pants, and brown bootsman taking a mirror selfie wearing a green beanie, red puffer jacket, orange sweater, navy pants, and brown boots
@dm_alari

Stay warm in a vibrant puffer

Want to stand out? Skip a dark winter jacket and go for outerwear that could be spotted at sea.

The voluminous coat is balanced by wide-leg workwear pants and stompy boots.

stylish man wearing a tan beanie, cream-colored fisherman sweater, tan pressed khakis, and bright green sneakersstylish man wearing a tan beanie, cream-colored fisherman sweater, tan pressed khakis, and bright green sneakers
@behappy_harry_p

Pull on a cozy cable knit sweater

An essential cold weather staple, the chunky crewneck sweater is a must for any guy trying to nail the fisherman aesthetic.

The bright green sneakers add a nice pop of color to an otherwise muted look.

man standing outside wearing a blue 8-panel cap, green chore jacket, tan sweater, navy pants, and grey new balance sneakers, holding an orange bagman standing outside wearing a blue 8-panel cap, green chore jacket, tan sweater, navy pants, and grey new balance sneakers, holding an orange bag
@kidonmyshoulders

When in doubt, roll your cuffs

There’s something maritime-esque about a rolled pant leg. So embrace it!

Below, shop the fisherman aesthetic:

Vans Authentic sneakersVans Authentic sneakers
VANS
Authentic sneakers, $54
brown workwear pantsbrown workwear pants
PROOF
Rover double-knee work pants, $138
brown turtleneckbrown turtleneck
TIE BAR
Long sleeve rugby shirt, $199

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