# Illustrated Silky Scarves The Acne Studios x Benjamin Seidler Scarves Celebrate the Flagship Store By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2012-12-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-x-benjamin-seidler References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2012/12/11/acne-studios-x-benjamin-seidler/) & [shop.acnestudios](http://shop.acnestudios.com/collections.html) The [Acne Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-flagship-stores) x [Benjamin Seidler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utilityinspired-mens-bags) scarves are flirty, fun and an ideal accessory to wrap around your neck, waist or on a bag. These dainty soft pink scarves mark the celebration of [Acne's first flagship store](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-flagship-redesign) in Japan. The scarves symbolize the merger between the Swedish brand and British artist Benjamin Seidler. Seidler's illustrations are whimsical and chic. Some featured on the scarves include sets of eyes encircled as masks and monuments and female caricatures. The scarves are meant to resemble typical European tourist scarves, but with an elevated and contemporary design. The scarves are made of fine Italian silk and are limited edition only. Each beautiful scarf comes with an Acne signature marking and scribble type font to go along with the illustrations. The Acne Studios x Benjamin Seidler scarves are stunning and will sell out quick. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Limited Edition Fashion Accessories:** The collaboration between Acne Studios and Benjamin Seidler showcases the demand for exclusive and unique fashion accessories. - **Artist Collaborations in Fashion:** The partnership between Acne Studios and Benjamin Seidler highlights the trend of fashion brands collaborating with artists to create innovative and artistic pieces. - **Elevated European Tourist Scarves:** The Acne Studios x Benjamin Seidler scarves disrupt the traditional European tourist scarf market by offering a contemporary and elevated design. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the popularity of limited edition accessories by collaborating with artists and designers to create unique and collectible products. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers have the opportunity to collaborate with fashion brands to bring artistic and innovative elements into the fashion industry. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can explore the market for elevated and exclusive fashion accessories, leveraging collaborations with artists to attract affluent customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [texturally artistic fashion stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-flagship-stores.md) - [Luxe Cartoon-Adorned Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonmin.md) - [Collaboration Springtime Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-par-frederic-malle.md) - [Artist-Designed Playable Sensory Scarves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-play-silk.md) - [Aromatic Winter Scarves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricola-capsule.md) - [Year-of-the-Horse Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-horse-ss26.md) - [Silk-Forward Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lilysilk-concept-store.md) - [Reworked Heritage Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-x-timberland.md) - [Elevated Striped Throw Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seidel.md)