# Parisian Pretty Boy Fashion The Christian Lacroix FW 2012 Show is Broodingly Badass By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-01-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-lacroix-fw-2012 References: [dazeddigital](http://www.dazeddigital.com/fashionweek/menswear/aw12/article/12437/1/christian-lacroix-menswear-aw12) & [christian-lacroix.fr](http://www.christian-lacroix.fr/) The [Christian Lacroix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection) FW 2012 men’s collection is a mashup of old school tailoring and a new wave attitude. Under the creative direction of Sacha Walckhoff, the collection featured [narrow-tailored trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallwinter-2025), [chunky work boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-x-christian-louboutin) and slim fitting oxfords. The tailoring is reminiscent of '60s mod, bordering on the punk-ass skinhead look. Many of the pieces were detailed with the legendary Lacroix cross, in honor of collections past. Crosses were fashioned from a chaotic bunch of brooches, plaid accents and collar pins. Several articles were cut from contemporary fabrics, giving the line a modern edge. Memorable pieces include shiny pleather pants. Another is a suit jacket with a brooch adorned cross on the back, reminiscent of '80s glam rock. The Christian Lacroix FW 2012 collection is the ideal mashup of modern-man attitude and old-school badassery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modern-man Attitude:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop a line of men's fashion that combines contemporary tailoring with an edgy, rebellious attitude. - **Old-school Badassery:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create a collection of men's clothing that pays homage to vintage styles while incorporating modern fabrics and details. - **Mashup Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Design a line of clothing that blends different fashion genres and eras to create a unique and eclectic aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Men's Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Introduce new styles and designs that challenge traditional menswear conventions and appeal to a younger, more fashion-forward market. - **Fashion Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Experiment with unconventional materials and techniques to push the boundaries of traditional fashion design and create bold, statement-making pieces. - **Retail:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Curate a collection of fashion items that cater to the demand for unique, standout pieces that blend different fashion influences and offer a distinctive shopping experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Cowboy-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fw-2024.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md) - [Contemporary Fall-Centric Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latimmier.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Minimalist Gallery Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-springsummer-2024.md) - [Modern Sport-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-wardrobing.md) - [Urban Deconstructed Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louther-x-carhartt-wip-fw25.md)