# Hand-Stitched Spring Fashion The Bode Spring/Summer 2021 Capsule is Sustainably Focused By Amy Duong | Published 2021-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bode-spring References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/3/bode-union-la-spring-summer-2021-collection-editorial) The Bode Spring/Summer 2021 collection takes place in a sunny backdrop, showcasing the latest designs for the warmer seasons around the corner. The fashion label explores sustainable approaches and it translates through the construction of the apparel designs. The seasonal capsule ranges from Italian footwear designs down to [summer shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-2) made in India. The upcycled designs stay true to the brand's sustainable ethos and it is fueled by vintage vintage horse blankets, wool blankets, quilts, linen coasters, and other scraps from fabric that went unused. The [silhouettes are rather boxy for layering](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke) and aesthetics that are reminiscent of workwear. The rest of the capsule includes [work jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-spring), over shirts, tees, large trousers, and relaxed cardigans for a retro Americana feel. Image Credit: Union LA ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 10% - 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) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation lies in creating sustainable fashion that utilizes upcycled materials and ethical production methods. - **Vintage-inspired Apparel:** There is potential for disruption in the fashion industry by designing and producing vintage-inspired apparel made with modern materials and techniques. - **Boxy Silhouettes and Layering:** The trend of boxy silhouettes and layering in fashion presents an opportunity to innovate with versatile, functional designs that prioritize comfort and practicality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can benefit from sustainable production methods, vintage-inspired designs, and functional, layered apparel. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Incorporating upcycled materials into textile manufacturing can reduce waste and create unique, eco-friendly products. - **Footwear Design:** Designing footwear using sustainable materials and methods presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-5.md) - [Eclectic Preppy Summer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-2.md) - [Heritage Workwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-spring.md) - [Layered Utility Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke.md) - [Americana-Inspired Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origin-stories-americana.md) - [Spring-Centric Outerwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/namacheko-1.md) - [Workwear-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-springsummer-2024.md) - [Western-Influenced Spring Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-capsule.md)