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# Neon Graphic Casualwear
Rare Panther Dropped the Act 012 Collection for Spring/Summer 2019

By Amy Duong | Published 2018-10-01 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-012
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/9/rare-panther-act-012-collection-lookbook) & [rarepanther](https://rarepanther.com/collections/act-011)

Lifestyle brand [Rare Panther](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmand-caramel) recently dropped its new collection for the Spring/Summer 2019 season entitled 'Act 012.' The pieces are showcased in a lookbook shot on the streets of Tokyo, as models strut through the urban setting in a selection of [streetwear silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyra-scenic-route). The new capsule directly follows the previous Act 011 collection that was unveiled for Spring/Summer 2018. The pieces are comprised of bucket hats, graphic tees, caps, crossbody bags and some accessory options.

Some highlights of the new Act 012 collection are the bold neon hues, lighting bolt motifs and cat graphics as well. All of the pieces from the [new seasonal capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corteiz-7) are now available for purchase online at Rare Panther.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.1/10
- Popularity: 38% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Bold Neon Hues:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: developing sustainable and eco-friendly neon dyes for fashion industry.
- **Lightning Bolt Motifs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: integrating LED technology into clothing to create wearable, illuminated lightning bolt designs.
- **Cat Graphics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: leveraging augmented reality to bring cat graphics to life on clothing through interactive digital imagery.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: creating a platform to enable independent designers to collaborate with established fashion brands.
- **Textile Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: developing sustainable fabrics and materials with enhanced durability and vibrant colors for graphic casualwear.
- **Technology Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: designing smart clothing that can change color and patterns based on the wearer's mood or surroundings.

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