# Western Wrangler-Inspired Menswear The Chanel Pre-Fall 2014 Mens Collection is Very Wild Wild West By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2013-12-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-pre-fall-2014-mens References: [luxurytopics](http://www.luxurytopics.com/fashion/gents/chanel-pre-fall-2014-line) & [vogue](http://www.vogue.com/fashion-week/pre-fall-2014/chanel/review/) The heart and heat of Dallas, Texas has made its way into the Paris fashion house with the unveiling of [Chanel's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-mademoiselles) Pre Fall 2014 Mens Collection. Designer Karl Lagerfeld had the entire menswear collection western and wondrous with these cowboy-like designs. Influenced by his own love for Texas and thrilling Texans, Lagerfeld was able to create a bundle of designs that just scream [chic western couture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-permanent-collection). Featuring heavy knitted poncho-inspired apparel and fringe adorned tops and strong lines this collection really speaks historical cavalry references. In addition to the poncho sweaters Karl also includes in this ravishing line, a list of chunky-heeled [chic cowboy boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melissa-x-maldito) and fantastic western-themed fedoras can be observed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cowboy Couture:** The trend of incorporating western-inspired elements into high-end menswear presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry. - **Historical References:** The use of historical cavalry references in menswear collections opens up an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by combining traditional influences with contemporary design. - **Wild West Aesthetic:** The wild west aesthetic trend in menswear offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by blending rugged, cowboy-inspired elements with modern luxury. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The incorporation of western-inspired elements in high-end menswear presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the fashion industry. - **Luxury:** The fusion of historical references with contemporary design in menswear collections presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the luxury industry. - **Apparel:** The trend of blending rugged, cowboy-inspired elements with modern luxury in menswear offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the apparel industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrangler-x-happy-socks.md) - [Western-Influenced Spring Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-capsule.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Workwear-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-springsummer-2024.md) - [Outdoor-Ready Luxurious Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-3.md) - [Exclusive Joint Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-la.md) - [Ambitious Luxury Menswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kody-phillips.md)