# Minimalist Miltary-Inspired Fashion The Acronym 2013 Spring/Summer Men's Collection is Sleek By M | Published 2013-05-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acronym-men-springsummer-2013 References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2013/5/acronym-2013-spring-summer-new-arrivals) & [acronym.de](http://www.acronym.de/collection.php?id=14) German men's fashion line Acronym came out with its Spring/Summer 2013 fashion line earlier this month. Founded by designers Errolson Hugh and Michaela Sachenbacher, Acronym is grounded in [minimalist, technology-savvy and masculine clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galilee-by-sea). With the intention of being hip, sleek and functional, Acronym creates essential pieces for every man's spring and summer wardrobe. For the Spring/Summer 2013 men's collection, Acronym zoomed in on this year's [military-inspired fad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-springsummer-2026) and featured pieces in earthly blacks, grays, olives and tan shades. Toying with both functionality and formal structure, Acronym focused on knee-length shorts, lightweight waist-cinching 'Anorak' jackets, sleek t-shirts and fitted baggy trousers. All the pieces are constructed in a combination of 100% waterproof 'Gore Tex' and heat-absorbing 'Schoeller' materials -- perfect for [Spring's unpredictable weather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transition-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Military-inspired Fashion:** The rise of military-inspired fashion creates opportunities for minimalist and functional clothing geared towards men. - **Technology-savvy Clothing:** The use of waterproof Gore Tex and heat-absorbing Schoeller materials lays the groundwork for functional clothing that can withstand unpredictable climate and weather. - **Gender-neutral Clothing:** The sleek and functional design of Acronym's clothing line paves the way for gender-neutral and minimalistic clothing trends. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Minimalistic, technology-savvy and functional clothing from Acronym's Spring/Summer 2013 collection can disrupt the fashion industry and inspire new fashion pieces. - **Outdoor Apparel:** Acronym's use of waterproof and heat-absorbing materials can disrupt and lead to innovation in the outdoor apparel industry. - **Sports Apparel:** With Acronym's focus on functionality and sleek design, there is an opportunity to create sportswear pieces that are both stylish and performance-focused. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Versatile Summer-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1.md) - [Spring-Ready Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpha-industries-2.md) - [Spring-Centric Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-1.md) - [Layered Utility Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke.md) - [Summer-Ready Utilitarian Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hh118389225-2.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Spring-Ready Technical Danish Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fce-2.md) - [Understated Spring-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein.md)