# Caged Skirts Outlandish Fashion Statements that Adds Umph to Outfits By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2009-07-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caged-skirts References: [stylebubble](http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2009/07/back-to-the-beach-for-cagin.html) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5506356) Caged clothing is getting more second glances from the fashion world. This stylishly outlandish cage skirt from I Heart Norwegian Wood, looks like something straight off the stage of a Lady Gaga concert, but it somehow still remains incredibly wearable for the average girl too. This caged skirt can put a little umph into an otherwise plain and boring outfit. **Implications** - The caged skirt became a hot item when celebrities like Lady Gaga were seen strutting their stuff while wearing this sort of [quirky design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porridge-dress). Businesses can target those who have been effected by the recession by creating add-on accessories like the caged skirt as a way to jazz up a wardrobe with minimal cost. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Caged Clothing:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create unique and eye-catching designs that add excitement to outfits. - **Outlandish Fashion:** Potential for designers to push boundaries and create unconventional pieces that make a statement in the fashion industry. - **Add-on Accessories:** Room for businesses to develop affordable accessories like caged skirts as a way to elevate plain outfits without breaking the bank. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Brands:** Fashion brands can seize the opportunity to incorporate caged clothing into their collections and stand out in the market. - **Designers:** Designers have the chance to experiment with outlandish fashion and create unique pieces that appeal to fashion-forward individuals. - **Accessory Manufacturers:** Accessory manufacturers can tap into the demand for add-on accessories like caged skirts and provide affordable options for consumers to elevate their outfits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md) - [Sporty Modular Cargo Skirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-cargo-midi.md) - [Underwear-Imitating Hybrid Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cut-off-brief-skirt.md) - [Towel-Resembling Luxe Skirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/towel-skirt.md) - [Futuristic Performance Sneaker Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mach-x-caged.md) - [Unique Long-Lasting Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rave-and-festival-fashion.md) - [Offbeat Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by.md) - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md)