# Retro Jailhouse Runways The Acne Spring/Summer 2013 Menswear Collection is Stripe-Obsessed By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-07-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-spring-summer-2013 References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/acne-springsummer-2013/) & [shop.acnestudios](http://shop.acnestudios.com/?r=3) From its eccentric display of stripes to a rich use of leather textiles, the Acne Spring/Summer 2013 menswear collection is darkly dapper. Paying homage to a retro design inspiration, this stripe-obsessed runway show features garments that are reminiscent of vintage jail uniforms. From leather panelling to off-kilter headwear accessories, this eclectic collection dares to stand out with its use of visually linear prints that are sure to get one noticed. From pattern-clashing pairings to a more subtle display of decorative detailing, this [effortlessly elegant runway presentation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26) fuses simplistic silhouettes with carefully crafted accent details. Whether dressed in [oversized separates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein) or sporting a slew of [exaggerated proportions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir), models are clean-cut and edgy in the Acne Spring/Summer 2013 runway show. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Design Inspiration:** Exploring vintage design elements in fashion to create unique and visually appealing collections. - **Pattern-clashing Pairings:** Mixing different patterns and prints to create bold and avant-garde fashion statements. - **Simplistic Silhouettes with Accent Details:** Playing with minimalist shapes and adding carefully crafted accent details for a modern yet sophisticated look. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Opportunities for fashion designers to experiment with retro design elements and unconventional pattern combinations. - **Textiles:** Creating unique leather panelling and exploring innovative ways to incorporate visually linear prints into fabric designs. - **Accessories:** Designing off-kilter headwear and other accessories to complement retro-inspired fashion trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Gallery Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-springsummer-2024.md) - [Year-of-the-Horse Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-horse-ss26.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Understated Spring-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Workwear-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-springsummer-2024.md)