From its eccentric display of stripes to a rich use of leather textiles, the Acne Spring/Summer 2013 menswear collection is darkly dapper. Paying homage to a retro design inspiration, this stripe-obsessed runway show features garments that are reminiscent of vintage jail uniforms.
From leather panelling to off-kilter headwear accessories, this eclectic collection dares to stand out with its use of visually linear prints that are sure to get one noticed. From pattern-clashing pairings to a more subtle display of decorative detailing, this effortlessly elegant runway presentation fuses simplistic silhouettes with carefully crafted accent details.
Whether dressed in oversized separates or sporting a slew of exaggerated proportions, models are clean-cut and edgy in the Acne Spring/Summer 2013 runway show.
What's Driving This Trend
- Retro Design Inspiration
- Exploring vintage design elements in fashion to create unique and visually appealing collections.
- Pattern-clashing Pairings
- Mixing different patterns and prints to create bold and avant-garde fashion statements.
- Simplistic Silhouettes with Accent Details
- Playing with minimalist shapes and adding carefully crafted accent details for a modern yet sophisticated look.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- Opportunities for fashion designers to experiment with retro design elements and unconventional pattern combinations.
- Textiles
- Creating unique leather panelling and exploring innovative ways to incorporate visually linear prints into fabric designs.
- Accessories
- Designing off-kilter headwear and other accessories to complement retro-inspired fashion trends.
