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# Alienated Autumn Attire
Get Quirky With the Bernhard Willhelm FW 2011 Collection

By Kamal Musharbash | Published 2011-01-27 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bernhard-willhelm-fw-2011
References: [homotography.blogspot](http://homotography.blogspot.com/2011/01/bernhard-willhelm-fall-winter-2011-2012.html) & [bernhard-willhelm](http://www.bernhard-willhelm.com/)

Filled with [colorful designs and unique visions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brucolic), the Bernhard Willhelm FW 2011 men's collection was recently showcased in Paris. His line's multitude of colors and [over-layering of fabrics and prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andwander-fw25) definitely make his work stand out in the crowd.

Tights, umbrellas and bikes randomly accessorize his recent line; however, what do you expect from a designer whose clothing can transcend time and fashion itself? For a more in-depth look into the Bernhard Willhelm FW 2011 collection, check out the featured gallery.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.3/10
- Popularity: 78% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Versatile Prints:** The use of eclectic prints and patterns that can be incorporated in different designs and accessories, expanding the market possibilities beyond traditional fashion.
- **Unconventional Accessories:** Integrating unrelated items like bicycle parts and umbrellas as accessories can spark creativity in accessory design and encourage the use of repurposed materials.
- **Colorful Layering:** The use of different fabrics and colors layered to create a unique and vibrant look that encourages customization and self-expression among fashion enthusiasts.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** Incorporating the unconventional use of prints and accessories into fashion design can lead to new markets and create a new niche for the industry.
- **Textile and Printing:** The demand for versatile, eclectic prints can create an opportunity for textile and printing businesses to expand to innovative designs beyond traditional prints and fabrics.
- **Sustainability:** Integrating repurposed materials in unconventional accessories can contribute to the growing trend of sustainability, creating disruptive innovation in the fashion and design industry.

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