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Bold Box-Shaped Fashions

The Raf Simons 2012 Spring/Summer Line Features Contemporary Looks

— June 27, 2011 — Fashion
The new Raf Simons 2012 Spring/Summer collection for men combines some of the hottest looks in the industry today, including color-blocking, bold patterns, and edgy shapes and cuts. The pieces from the line boast very modern looks, from the cropped turquoise tank top to the box-shaped perry-winkle trench coat to the fabulous floral patterns.

The cuts and shapes of the Raf Simons 2012 Spring/Summer collection are very clean and pronounced. The use of plaid can be attributed for giving the collection its slightly more casual and wearable qualities. Check out the designer's website for more information on this edgy collection!

Implications - While the demand amongst today's consumers revolves around cutting-edge ideas and styles, it is imperative that products retain their functionality and practical use. Consumers will be drawn to products that provide them with everyday use and contemporary style.
Trend Themes
1. Bold Box-shaped Fashions - The trend towards bold and edgy shapes, patterns, and color-blocking in fashion is increasing, along with the importance of practicality in design.
2. Contemporary Men's Fashion - There is a growing market for modern and unique men's fashion, as seen in the Raf Simons 2012 Spring/Summer collection, which presents opportunities for innovative designers.
3. Clean and Pronounced Clothing Cuts - The use of clean and pronounced cuts in clothing design, such as in the Raf Simons collection, is becoming more popular and presents opportunities for new techniques and technologies in manufacturing.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry is constantly evolving with new trends and styles emerging, and the demand for cutting-edge designs that prioritize practicality presents opportunities for designers and manufacturers to innovate.
2. Men's Clothing Industry - The growing market for modern and unique men's fashion, as seen in the Raf Simons 2012 Spring/Summer collection, presents opportunities for designers and manufacturers to capitalize on this trend.
3. Manufacturing Industry - The trend towards clean and pronounced cuts in clothing design presents opportunities for new manufacturing techniques and technologies to achieve these styles more efficiently.
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