# Chartreuse Leather Jackets The Ambush x Cassette Playa Collaboration is a Colorful Affair By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-11-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambush-cassette-playa References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/11/04/ambush-x-cassette-playa-springsummer-2011-lookbook/) & [cassetteplaya](http://www.cassetteplaya.com/blog/) I love when [cutting-edge fashion designers collaborate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crossover-collection) and bring what they are best at to the table. The Ambush Cassette Playa collabo is a perfect example of that. Japanese jewelry company Ambush and [streetwear staple brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gdc-x-hysteric-glamour) Cassette Playa have teamed up for some [vibrant clothing and accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4ccccees-x-mietis). The Ambush Cassette Playa collection features new wave bolo ties and chartreuse leather jackets, so it's not for the shy. **Implications** - The collaboration's lookbook features an array of models, all with funky and unique styles. Some have neon green stripes in their hair, while others rock wild faux-hawk looks. Outrageous prints on pants and button-up shirts are just a few of the looks from the Ambush Cassette Playa collection. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## 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 - **Collaborative Fashion Design:** The Ambush x Cassette Playa collaboration demonstrates the potential for innovating fashion through partnerships between designers. - **Bold Colors in Fashion:** The use of chartreuse leather jackets in the collection highlights the trend of incorporating bold color choices in fashion designs. - **Unique and Outrageous Fashion Styles:** The funky and unique styles featured in the collaboration's lookbook suggest an emerging trend towards more daring and unconventional fashion choices. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers that incorporate bold color choices and collaborate with peers have a competitive edge in the industry. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry companies, like Ambush, can expand their product offerings and customer base by collaborating with fashion designers. - **Streetwear:** The Ambush Cassette Playa collection showcases the potential for innovative streetwear designs that challenge conventional norms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Spring-Ready Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambush-5.md) - [Music-Informed Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roc-nation-and-moncler.md) - [Urban Utility Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cp-company-x-beams.md) - [Statement Jacket Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cult-gaia-x-raxxy.md) - [Vibrant Accessories Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4ccccees-x-mietis.md) - [Collaborative Capsule Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cult-gaia-and-thierry.md) - [Vibrant Collaborative Geometric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roksanda-1.md) - [Porcelain-Inspired Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-x-clot.md) - [Playful Street Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-to-heart.md)