Stone Island continues to grow its partnership work with PORTER with the latest unveiling of the collaborative REFLECTIVE WEAVE RIPSTOP collection for the season. The CO-LAB range is made up of a plethora of technical bag silhouettes that draw efforts from both contributing brands.
The collection is constructed from a twisted nylon ripstop fabrication that is woven together using reflective tape to give it a glowing look. The tape is coated with a resin bath in order to inform it with thousands of glass microspheres. The material is used to construct the bags such as the pouch bag, the backpack, and the tote bag. All of these are complete with a nylon tape applique and the patch of the iconic Porter patch and Stone Island Compass.
Reflective Technical Accessories
Stone Island and PORTER Drop the REFLECTIVE WEAVE RIPSTOP Capsule
Trend Themes
1. Reflective Accessories - The use of reflective materials in accessories is becoming a trend in fashion, indicating an opportunity for retailers to offer unique and functional products.
2. Technical Bag Silhouettes - The creation of innovative bag designs with technical materials creates an opportunity for companies to disrupt the market with functional and stylish backpacks, tote bags, and pouch bags.
3. Collaborative Fashion Collections - The growing trend of fashion brands partnering and co-creating collections with other brands is an opportunity for companies to increase their brand exposure and expand their audience reach.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Reflective technical accessories are a trend in the fashion industry that designers and retailers can capitalize on by incorporating this material into their product lines.
2. Outdoor Gear - The use of technical materials in bag design presents an opportunity for outdoor gear manufacturers to create products that are both stylish and functional, appealing to a wider market of consumers.
3. Sportswear - Reflective materials in accessories could revolutionize sportswear, offering athletes and sports enthusiasts a functional and stylish way to stay visible and safe in low-light conditions.