Opening Ceremony and Columbia joined forces to offer consumers a collaboration that brought together the best aspects from both brands, presenting consumers with a vibrant yet practical line of outerwear that's complete with designer streetwear touches.
Standouts from the unique collaboration include a gorgeous hiking boot that's topped with soft pink accents, making for a more elegant footwear option that still presents the wearer with the same protective necessities. Meanwhile, one of the most practical pieces is the packable anorak, which can be thrown into a backpack to offer a space-saving solution.
The eight-piece line is available online, and in select Columbia stores -- one in Portland, and one in Chicago.
Practical Designer Hiking Gear
Opening Ceremony and Columbia Released an 8-Piece Line
Trend Themes
1. Designer Hiking Gear - Opportunity for designers to create high-fashion, practical hiking gear.
2. Collaborative Fashion - Potential for brands to collaborate and merge design aesthetics to create unique fashion offerings.
3. Packable Outerwear - Opportunity to design outerwear that is both functional and easily packable for travel.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion industry can explore designer collaborations and outdoor-inspired collections.
2. Outdoor Gear - Outdoor gear industry can incorporate high-fashion elements into practical hiking gear.
3. Retail - Retail industry can leverage the popularity of designer collaborations to attract customers.