# Shaggy 70s Collections The BCBG Max Azria Fall 2014 Collection Nods to Decades Past By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-02-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bcbg-max-azria-fall-2014 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/F2014RTW-BCBG) & [bcbg](http://www.bcbg.com/) The BCBG Max Azria Fall 2014 show that walked the runway at New York Fashion week was a triumphant 25th anniversary show, highlighting some of its signature brand elements that have made it so successful; color-blocking, asymmetry and juxtaposing materials were all part of this story. Another unmissable component of the Fall 2014 collection was [fur and lots of it](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducies-fw25-collection). Furs from foxes, raccoons, rabbits and sheepskin was used as trim on coats, collars and as hand-warming muffs. There’s one jacket that goes all out with the animal fur and although it would surely keep its wearer warm, it’s a little excessive. With fur, colors and garments like ponchos, the relaxed look of the silhouettes gave the whole collection a [70s feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection), that made it all about celebrating the past just as much as the future of BCBG Max Azria in fashion for years to come. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Color-blocking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring sustainable and cruelty-free alternatives to fur in fashion. - **Asymmetry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating technology and 3D printing in the design and production process to create unique and customizable asymmetrical garments. - **Relaxed Silhouettes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing smart fabrics and wearable technology to create comfortable yet stylish clothing for everyday wear. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing and promoting eco-friendly and sustainable fashion brands. - **Textile:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing the use of recycled materials in textile production to reduce environmental impact. - **Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating virtual reality and augmented reality into the design process to enhance creativity and collaboration. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Oversized Winter Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-symphony.md) - [Fall-Ready Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearpaws-fall-2024.md) - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Fall 2025 Collection Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-2025-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [90s Grunge-Inspired Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md)