# Avian-Adorned Fashions The Basho Apparel Collection is for Feather-Loving Fashionistas By Olivia123 | Published 2011-06-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basho-apparel References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/people/Basho?ref=ls_profile) This lovely line of clothing by Basho Apparel features flocks of feathered friends. Ohio artist Paul Baker of Basho Apparel has created this uplifting collection of clothing covered in [playful patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-and-kenshi-yonezu). This clothing is definitely not run of the mill; Baker handcrafts each and every piece, printing the patterns by hand. He designs all of the patterns himself, and most of the pieces seem to be [avian-themed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonhuman-life). Hoodies, tees and dresses are speckled with sparrows and seagulls in flocks or on telephone wires. Baker prints these birds as silhouettes, which stand out nicely and contrast against the solid thread color of the clothing. These pieces would make [gorgeous gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment) or personal purchases for any fashionista who appreciates natural beauty. Basho Apparel fashions are so beautiful, they'll fly off the shelves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Handcrafted Clothing:** Handcrafted clothing offers an opportunity for personalized, unique designs and superior craftsmanship. - **Avian-themed Fashion:** Avian-themed fashion combines nature-inspired designs with contemporary style, appealing to fashionistas who appreciate natural beauty. - **Printed Pattern Clothing:** Printed pattern clothing allows for creative and eye-catching designs that stand out from traditional solid-colored garments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** The fashion design industry can take advantage of the demand for handcrafted clothing by offering unique designs and superior craftsmanship. - **Textile Printing:** The textile printing industry can capitalize on the popularity of avian-themed fashion by offering printing services for avian-inspired patterns. - **Retail:** The retail industry can tap into the market for printed pattern clothing by stocking and promoting garments with eye-catching designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bird-Inspired Ethereal Cosmetic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/majestic-feathers.md) - [Joyous Spirit-Inspired Holiday Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opa-collection.md) - [Disruptive Fashion-Forward Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bad-birdie-and-four-peaks.md) - [Whimsical Ethically Made Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iclothing.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Adventurer-Focused Sustainable Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deadbyrd-trademark-ecowear.md) - [Canary-Inspired Fashion Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canary-clutch.md) - [Summer-Ready Organic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priyankara.md)