Sacha Walckhoff redefines classic utilitarianism in her latest Christian Lacroix Fall/Winter 2013 collection. Inspired by everyday uniforms, the designer took creative cues from construction workers and painters among other trade workers when creating her expressive jump suits and all-over denim style pairings.
Tailored to perfection, the Christian Lacroix Fall/Winter 2013 runway presentation explores the idea of the modern uniform. From suiting and matching separates to draped outerwear, this menswear line is a modern take on classically utilitarian aesthetic.
From fitted silhouettes to exaggerated design details, this chic and sophisticated collection transforms a uniform from its drab associations to something that is edgy and youthful. The fashion forward menswear line marries clean lines and simple shapes along with expressive patterns that range from linear stripes to painterly strokes.
Modern Uniform Menswear
The Christian Lacroix Fall/Winter 2013 is Utilitarian Chic
Trend Themes
1. Modern Uniform Menswear - The trend of modernizing classic utilitarianism in fashion, through expressive patterns and exaggerated design details.
2. Creative Workwear - The trend of using different trade uniforms, like construction workers and painters, as inspiring sources to create fresh and unconventional workwear designs.
3. Youthful Utilitarianism - The trend of transforming uniform from its conventional and monotonous aesthetics to a chic and sophisticated style that appeals to a younger audience.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion brands can explore new ways of modernizing traditional workwear designs and styles, aligning them with the changing fashion preferences of their target audience.
2. Construction - Construction companies can collaborate with fashion brands to design creative workwear uniforms that are not only practical and protective, but also stylish and fashionable.
3. Painting - Art supply companies can partner with fashion brands to create unique workwear designs inspired by the creative and artistically inclined work of painters.