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Modernist Grid Attire

The Check Mate Jumper from Necessary Clothing is Monochromatic

— May 22, 2014 — Fashion
The Check Mate jumper from fashion retailer Necessary Clothing features a minimalist black-and-white design. The gridded garment is an affordable take on fashion's checkered fad and features an ultra-chic design that transitions from day to evening.

The fitted jumpsuit is clad in a black grid pattern that is drawn atop white fabric. While the garment's front face features the print, its back is colored a solid black. The back also features a cutout element that shows some skin in a subtle and sophisticated way.

The Check Mate jumper from Necessary Clothing features a smooth two zipper closure that ensures a body-hugging fit. Its checkered fabric references a high-end designer aesthetic that takes its inspiration from the modernist art movement and its pioneers.
Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Black-and-white Designs - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in fashion by creating affordable and versatile garments with minimalist black-and-white designs.
2. Transitioning Day-to-evening Fashion - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by developing garments that effortlessly transition from day to evening wear.
3. Modernist Art-inspired Fashion - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in fashion by designing garments that draw inspiration from the modernist art movement.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion retail industry by offering affordable and stylish garments with minimalist black-and-white designs.
2. Apparel Manufacturing - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the apparel manufacturing industry by leveraging modernist art-inspired designs in the production of garments.
3. Fashion Design - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion design industry by incorporating minimalist black-and-white designs that can easily transition from day to evening wear.
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