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Luxe Patchwork Menswear

The Dimitris Petrou Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Mixes Motley Textures

— June 16, 2011 — Fashion
The Dimitris Petrou Spring/Summer 2011 line is awash in rich hues and unusual juxtapositions of fabric and texture. Take the outfits in the first image, for example: On the left, a standard midnight blue button-down shirt gets glammed up with shiny baubles at the collar and sleeves, instantly setting it apart from other traditional tops. On the right, a Western-style cowboy shirt gets a sheer bottom panel and structured military-style shoulders.

The background of the Dimitris Petrou Spring/Summer 2011 runway presentation was a wheat field scene -- a perfect natural element to showcase texture and color variances. The line featured fabrics like linen and silk in unusual combinations; a palette of earthy amber, brown, sky blue and midnight blue kept the motley collection grounded.
Trend Themes
1. Mixing Textures in Menswear - There is an opportunity for brands to experiment with unconventional fabric combinations and mixing of textures in menswear, creating unique and eye-catching designs.
2. Glammed-up Traditional Tops - Designers can add glamorous elements to traditional men's tops such as shiny baubles or embellishments, giving them a modern and sophisticated twist.
3. Sheer and Structured Shirts - Combining sheer fabrics with structured elements in shirts can create a playful and edgy look, appealing to consumers who appreciate bold fashion choices.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Brands in the fashion and apparel industry can adopt these trends to differentiate their menswear offerings and attract fashion-forward consumers.
2. Textile and Fabric Manufacturing - The textile and fabric manufacturing industry can explore new fabric combinations and textures, catering to the demand for innovative materials in menswear.
3. Fashion Retail and E-commerce - Retailers and online platforms can curate collections that feature mixed texture menswear and glamorous tops, offering unique styles to their customers.
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