Famed designer duo Brian Wolk and Claude Morais aka Ruffian have debuted their Fall 2011 collection on the runway. The clothes have a wonderful classy aesthetic with an androgynous edge due to some of the tuxedo-inspired outfits. The collection also shows off new blazers, skirts, pants and coats with black-and-white flannel patterns.
Check out the brand new Ruffian Fall 2011 collection in the gallery.
Implications - Androgynous, unisex apparel is growing in popularity on account of its rebelliousness and easy-to-wear panache. From bold-faced men's watches for women to pantsuits and tuxedos typically designed for men but form-fitted to women's bodies, feminine adaptations of popular menswear are everywhere in stores and on the runway. This can be attributed to the continuing rise in women's empowerment and the movement away from style to comfort.
Androgynous Tuxedos
The Ruffian Fall 2011 Collection Makes its Debut on the Runway
Trend Themes
1. Androgynous Apparel - Opportunity for brands to create and market gender-neutral clothing items that appeal to a wide range of consumers.
2. Feminine Adaptations - Opportunity for designers to create androgynous versions of traditionally masculine clothing items to cater to the growing demand for gender-fluid fashion.
3. Unisex Fashion - Opportunity for retailers to offer unisex fashion options that blur traditional gender boundaries and cater to diverse consumer preferences.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Fashion retailers can capitalize on the rising demand for androgynous clothing by stocking a variety of gender-neutral options.
2. Design - Designers have the chance to innovate and create new androgynous interpretations of classic clothing items, such as tuxedos and pantsuits.
3. Fashion Marketing - Fashion marketers can leverage the growing popularity of unisex fashion by promoting inclusive and diverse campaigns that appeal to a wider consumer base.