The 44 Studio Fall/Winter 2016 collection is an ode to religious fashion aesthetics and references the garb of Greek Orthodox, Jewish and Catholic religious figures. This collection fuses menswear and womenswear staples and dresses models in geometrically structured tunics, impeccably tailored coats and top hat accessories that are displayed in a mostly monochromatic palette with the exception of bright red accents.
Showcased at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid's EGO event, this 44 Studio Fall/Winter 2016 collection fuses a multitude of religious references to create a contemporary streetwear collection.
In addition to its bold and dramatic clothing staples, this collection also features masks and statement tees that are adorned with block letters that spell out "A New Religion" slogans.
Remixed Religious Apparel
44 Studio's Latest Collection Highlights Monastic Fashion Staples
Trend Themes
1. Religious Fashion Aesthetics - Exploring the fusion of traditional religious attire with modern fashion pieces presents opportunities for disruptive innovation.
2. Gender-neutral Apparel - Designing menswear and womenswear staples that can be worn by anyone without conforming to traditional gender norms opens up new possibilities for disruption.
3. Religious-inspired Streetwear - Creating contemporary streetwear collections that incorporate religious references allows for disruptive innovation at the intersection of fashion and culture.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore new design approaches by adopting elements from religious apparel and creating disruptive fashion trends.
2. Retail - Retailers can capitalize on the demand for religious-inspired streetwear by curating and marketing collections that cater to this niche market.
3. Apparel Manufacturing - Manufacturers can embrace the fusion of religious aesthetics and modern fashion to produce unique garments and accessories that satisfy consumer demand for innovative designs.