# Color Blocked Graphic Sportswear The Christopher Shannon 2012 Fall/Winter Lookbook Boasts Patterns By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-11-15 | Updated 2012-11-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christopher-shannon-2012-fallwinter References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/11/christopher-shannon-2012-fall-winter-lookbook/) & [christophershannon](http://www.christophershannon.co.uk/) The lookbook for the Christopher Shannon 2012 Fall/Winter collection features an onslaught of [mixed pattern checkered patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitesse) and black. The British designer is no stranger to eclectic style. His apparel pieces often dawn expansive printed graphics, plaid and collages of busy prints thrown together on [loose fitting trousers or long tunics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/observe). This collection is more subdued in terms of color. The garments stick to a more monochromatic color palette with hints of blue creeping into plaid designs. A noteworthy piece from the Christopher Shannon 2012 Fall/Winter collection would definitely be the [frilled back sports coat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-wardrobing). Adorned with black stripes on the sleeve, this white coat resembles the garb of a Spanish folk dancer. The frills ripple like a waterfall with eyelet holes at the bottom of each one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Graphic Sportswear:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation include incorporating technology into the design of sportswear for added functionality and performance. - **Monochromatic Color Palette:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include exploring the use of sustainable materials in producing clothing with a more subdued color palette. - **Mixed Pattern Checkered Patterns:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation include experimenting with combining prints and patterns to create unique and eye-catching designs on clothing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can embrace the trend of color blocked sportswear by investing in innovative designs and materials. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can leverage the trend of incorporating technology into sportswear by developing new tools and materials to enhance performance. - **Sustainability Industry:** The sustainability industry can find opportunities for innovation by exploring new ways of producing clothing with a monochromatic color palette using eco-friendly materials and techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Fall Technical Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atom-collection.md) - [Graphic-Centric Minimal Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drama-call-3.md) - [Motorsports-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-4.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Elevated Athleisure Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-athleisure.md) - [Sartorial Co-Ed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulland-2.md)