The Sacai runway show for Spring 2014 features a range of elegantly athletic pieces that take traditional gym attire to a glamorous new level. For his latest range, the label's head designer Chitose Abe looked to sport for his inspiration and recreated chic versions of the traditional basketball and football uniform with his latest showing.
He did this with an array of loose fitting silhouettes and netted details that were inspired by the perforated and breathable fabrics worn by sports teams. While the traditional sports uniform is not always synonymous with glamor, it is always a symbol of comfort. This fresh idea was referenced in the Sacai runway show for Spring 2014. The collection married elegant aesthetics with these comfy fabrics, creating pieces that would ultimately work in situations that called for both style and comfort.
What's Driving This Trend
- Athletic-chic
- Fashion designers are creating high-fashion looks inspired by sportswear and athletic apparel.
- Netted Details
- Clothing designers are incorporating perforated and breathable fabrics into their designs for a sporty and stylish look.
- Loose Silhouettes
- Clothing designers are opting for relaxed and comfortable fits in their sport-inspired fashion collections.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- This trend presents opportunities for designers and clothing manufacturers to create stylish and comfortable sportswear-inspired fashion.
- Sportswear
- Gym and training apparel manufacturers can take advantage of this trend by incorporating more stylish and fashionable designs into their collections.
- Retail
- Retailers can leverage the growing popularity of sport-inspired fashion by offering a wider variety of athletic chic apparel to consumers.
