# Elegant Parisian Outerwear The A.P.C. 2012 Spring/Summer Collection is European Chic By Taylor Keefe | Published 2012-01-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-p-c-2012-spring-summer-collection References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/01/a-p-c-2012-springsummer-new-releases/) & [apc.fr](http://www.apc.fr/frfr/index.html) Lightweight outerwear and fitted jackets are a must for all fashion-minded people, and the [A.P.C.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apc-and-barbour) 2012 Spring/Summer Collection is rife with both. The artisan French fashion house continues its tradition of varied looks and paying homage to classic styles. French fashion has a far-reaching influence, and the [Parisian clothing brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07) A.P.C. has been building quite a reputation for itself in recent years. The new additions to the A.P.C. 2012 Spring/Summer Collection include elegant fitted jackets, chic button-ups and knitted tops, while focusing on outerwear and vintage styles like the English waxed jacket and military parka. The collection is rounded out with standard items like slim-fit tees and [sturdy handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apc-x-gregory). Even with its focus on the lightweight outerwear, the collection offers enough chic looks suitable for any occasion or weather condition. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Lightweight Outerwear Fashion:** The rise of stylish, lightweight outerwear provides an opportunity for innovative materials and designs. - **Vintage Style Clothing:** The resurgence of vintage styles in fashion presents an opportunity for brands to create modern twists on classic looks. - **French Fashion Influence:** The continued influence of French fashion provides an opportunity for brands to incorporate European chic into their collections. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry is ripe for innovation in lightweight outerwear and vintage styles. - **Textile:** Innovative textiles with special properties such as breathability and durability are in demand for lightweight outerwear. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the influence of French fashion by incorporating European chic into their merchandising strategies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated Collaborative Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apc-and-barbour.md) - [Functional Timeless Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soeur-x-kway.md) - [Refined Utility Tailoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026.md) - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Versatile Summer-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md) - [Spring-Centric Outerwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/namacheko-1.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-5.md)