The Lacoste Spring 2011 collection shown at NY Fashion Week reflects an emphasis on lifestyle-focused fashion. Gone are the form-fitting, skin-tight styles we've seen in previous seasons, in favor of sheer sportswear, breezy jumpsuits and loose, slouchy minidresses.
Although several outfits from the Lacoste Spring 2011 presentation were all-white, splashes of vibrant red, orange and hot pink gave the catwalk show a nice pop.
Implications - Fashion is in the midst of an evolution; consumers are avoiding tight, constricting styles and are instead opting for loose and sheer ones. This shift in style reflects the fast-paced lifestyles that consumers now live -- they seek comfort above all else. Industries need to be aware of this need for comfort as well as style in order to cater to this demographic.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Comfortable Fashion
- The shift towards loose and sheer styles reflects a consumer desire for comfort in fashion.
- Lifestyle-focused Fashion
- Consumers are gravitating towards fashion that aligns with their fast-paced lifestyles.
- Pop of Vibrant Colors
- Splashes of vibrant colors are adding a bold element to fashion collections.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Apparel
- Apparel companies can explore new design techniques and materials to create comfortable and stylish clothing.
- Fashion Retail
- Retailers can curate collections that cater to the demand for lifestyle-focused fashion.
- Textile Manufacturing
- Manufacturers can develop new fabrics and techniques to incorporate vibrant colors into clothing designs.
