American footwear brand Converse has teamed up with fashion designer Todd Synder to launch the 'Rebel Prep' collection. The new collection boasts an expansive assortment of items, all delivered in a distinct retro style that merges classic tailoring with streetwear design codes.
The collection consists of garments ranging from fishtail parkas in a Millerian waxed canvas to high-quality rugby shirts and pilot-themed helmet bags. The highlighting items, however, come in the footwear category. 'Rebel Prep' delivers eye-catching updates to Converse's signatures silhouettes: the Chuck 70 and the Jack Purcell.
The new Chuck 70 Hi Top comes equipped with a wax canvas upper and a water-resistant British Millerain. Meanwhile, the Jack Purcell Ox arrives in a similar canvas construction but boasts a slick camo finish and a unique cork sock liner.
Rebel-Inspired Menswear
Converse and Todd Snyder Release the 'Rebel Prep' Collection
Trend Themes
1. Retro-inspired Menswear - The increasing popularity of retro-inspired menswear offers opportunities for brands to reintroduce classic designs and add modern touches for a fresh twist.
2. Merge of Classic Tailoring and Streetwear Design - The merge of classic tailoring and streetwear design codes creates an opportunity for designers to create unique and hybrid styles that appeal to consumers looking for something new.
3. Eye-catching Updates to Classic Footwear Silhouettes - Updating classic footwear silhouettes with unique materials and finishes creates opportunities for brands to stand out and attract attention.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel Industry - The fashion and apparel industry can capitalize on the trend of retro-inspired menswear by incorporating classic designs and streetwear elements into their collections to appeal to modern audiences.
2. Footwear Industry - The footwear industry can take advantage of the desire for updated classic footwear silhouettes by experimenting with new materials and unique finishes to create eye-catching designs.
3. Retail Industry - Retailers who carry retro-inspired menswear can capitalize on this trend by curating collections that blend classic tailoring and streetwear elements to appeal to a wide variety of consumers.