# Multipurpose Rendered Workwear *A Vontade Returns with a Balanced Versatile FW18 Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2018-03-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-vontade References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/3/a-vontade-fall-winter-2018-lookbook) Japanese fashion label *A Vontade makes a return after a long hiatus with its newest Fall/Winter 2018 collection. The lifestyle pieces stay true to the brand's core of neutral and muted formal wear, without any loud statement details or bold colors. Instead, *A Vontade draws attention to its [sleek and clean lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galilee-by-sea) and high quality craftsmanship. The color palette correlates to its seasonal purpose, boasting brown, green, black, and gray hues. The entire *A Vontade Fall/Winter 2018 collection is very well balanced, as it blends together [militaristic looks with workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-fw25) to stay in line with something that is suitable in multiple settings. Some standout items from the collection are a rendered [trench coat, mac coat, peacoat, parka](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/descente-allterrain-fw25), and blazers. Image Credit: *A Vontade ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multipurpose Clothing:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the trend by designing multipurpose clothing suitable for different settings. - **Neutral and Muted Colors:** Fashion brands can create clothing lines with a focus on neutral and muted colors, giving the collection a versatile and timeless appeal. - **Balanced Clothing Collections:** Fashion brands can create well-balanced collections by mixing militaristic looks with workwear pieces, allowing customers to switch up their style depending on their needs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can create versatile clothing lines that cater to different settings, allowing customers to have a seamless transition from work to leisure. - **Textile:** Textile companies can invest in creating high-quality fabrics with neutral and muted colors suitable for multipurpose clothing designs. - **Retail:** Retailers can offer a wider range of clothing options for customers, including multipurpose clothing and balanced collections, to keep up with changing trends and demands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refined Utility Tailoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026.md) - [Luxury Earth-Toned Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-doesnt-matter.md) - [Measured Winter Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vowels-fw26.md) - [Fall Technical Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atom-collection.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Urban Layered Outdoor Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andwander-fw25.md) - [Seaside-Influenced Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fort-2.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Bold Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-fw25.md) - [Minimal Tailored Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galilee-by-sea.md)