# Indigenous-Inspired Knit Sweaters KAPITAL 's Ainu Gaudy Sweater Pays Respects to the Ainu Culture By Amy Duong | Published 2018-09-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ainu-gaudy References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/9/kapital-knit-ainu-gaudy-sweater-blue-purple) & [kapital-webshop.jp](https://www.kapital-webshop.jp/item/K1809KN020.html) Fashion label KAPITAL showcased its latest lookbook earlier this week, showing off its CHIP SANKE collection -- a standout piece from that range is the Ainu Gaudy Sweater. The entire range celebrates the CHIP SANKE ceremony where indigenous Ainu settlers join together as a community to ship out handmade boats to the sea in respects to departed villagers. The Ainu Gaudy Sweaters are made in two colorway options in total -- in a blue or purple tonal option. Both versions are constructed from a [detailed cotton knit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-solana) in celebratory colors and [symbolizing motifs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-x-uniqlo-winter-2025) that are central to the indigenous Ainu culture. The design is busy in terms of visual graphics and the blend of [different knit techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macmahon-knitting-mills-and-beams). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Indigenous-inspired Knit Sweaters:** Opportunity to create a line of fashion items that pay tribute to indigenous cultures. - **CHIP SANKE Collection:** Chance to design a collection that celebrates indigenous communities and their traditions. - **Detailed Cotton Knit:** Innovation possibility in creating intricate knit designs using cotton material. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can explore incorporating indigenous-inspired designs into their collections. - **Textile:** Opportunity for textile manufacturers to produce detailed cotton knit fabrics. - **Cultural Preservation:** Industry focused on preserving indigenous cultures can utilize fashion as a tool for awareness and appreciation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cultural Craftwear Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paka-1.md) - [Classic Fisherman-Inspired Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seafarer-cotton-sweaters.md) - [Hand- Knitted Joint Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-x-macmahon-knitting-mills.md) - [Jacket-Inspired Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fleece-parka.md) - [Artist-Inspired Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lee-x-basquiat.md) - [Elevated Seasonal Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-knit.md) - [Culturally Influenced Summer Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcteryx-3.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Art-Infused Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepenthes-capsule.md)