# Unconventionally Cut Coats Shayne Oliver's Colmar A.G.E. Collection Boasts Bright Design Elements By Amy Duong | Published 2018-09-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colmar-age References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/shayne-oliver-colmar-age-collection/) & [ssense](https://www.ssense.com/en-us/men/designers/colmar-age-by-shayne-oliver) Designer Shayne Oliver of Hood By Air designs the captivating Colmar A.G.E. collection for Italian outerwear label Colmar. The collaborative collection's name references 'Advanced Garment Exploration' and features a selection of armed outerwear options that boasts transformative properties. Each piece from the capsule is offered in a color palette of bright yellow, pink, grey, and black. The Colmar A.G.E. collection is comprised of [four convertible jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-dj-vu) and quilted trousers highlighted by its detailed craftsmanship and tonal hardware accents. A standout item in the range is the Christye down jacket with four arm sections hanging off, giving it a very [avant-garde design touch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brucolic). The entire attention-grabbing Colmar A.G.E. collection is now available for purchase online at [SSENSE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-3). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - 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 - **Transformative Outerwear:** Innovative use of construction in outerwear to create pieces that transform and provide added functionality. - **Bright Color Palettes:** Exploration of bold color choices to update classic styles and create eye-catching designs. - **Detailed Craftsmanship:** Attention paid to intricate design elements and hardware accents to elevate classic styles into high-end fashion. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Use of innovative construction techniques and bold color choices to create high-end fashion pieces that stand out. - **Retail:** Opportunity to sell high-end, attention-grabbing outerwear pieces online through specialized retailers like SSENSE. - **Textile and Manufacturing:** Exploration of new construction techniques and materials to create bold, avant-garde designs and elevate classic styles into high-end fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional Style Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wname.md) - [Fashion-Forward Insulated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-and-jw-anderson.md) - [Avant-Garde High Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens.md) - [Avant Garde Seasonal Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brucolic.md) - [Genderless Outerwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sujitha-shivajothi.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Urban Utility Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cp-company-x-beams.md) - [Limited-Edition Hood Trims](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hood-trim.md) - [Statement Jacket Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cult-gaia-x-raxxy.md)