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Mismatched Colorful Tracksuits

The Slam Jam and NEEDLES Collaboration is Cheerful and Chromatic

— April 11, 2018 — Fashion
Contemporary label NEEDLES showcases its grungy and baggy patchwork flannel pieces, along with a sporty colorful tracksuit in this street-inspired editorial. The photos highlight the Japanese brand's collaboration with Italian retailer Slam Jam. The clothing boasts comfort and street finesse with a small and noticeable artistic quirk. The colorful tracksuit boasts chromatically mismatched stripes down the sleeves and the legs. Coming in two contrasting colorways, the style is definitely an attention-grabber.

The subtly co-branded piece wins points for both aesthetic and fit. As the tracksuit has become a wardrobe staple now more than ever, it comes as no surprise that Japanese label NEEDLES and European retailer Slam Jam decided to rework the silhouette, ultimately giving it a different appearance, but still maintaining the integrity of the piece and the style.
Trend Themes
1. Grungy Patchwork - There is an opportunity for brands to embrace grungy patchwork designs and incorporate them into their clothing collections, adding an edgy and artistic touch to their pieces.
2. Mismatched Colors - Brands can explore the concept of mismatched colors in their clothing designs, creating visually striking and attention-grabbing pieces that stand out in the fashion industry.
3. Street-inspired Collaborations - Collaborations between streetwear brands from different countries present an opportunity to create unique and highly sought-after clothing items that combine the styles and influences of both partners.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can leverage the trend of grungy patchwork and mismatched colors to offer consumers unconventional and eye-catching apparel options.
2. Streetwear - In the streetwear industry, embracing street-inspired collaborations can lead to the creation of exclusive and limited-edition products that resonate with the target audience.
3. Retail - Retailers can capitalize on the popularity of unique and visually striking clothing items by collaborating with fashion brands to offer customers one-of-a-kind pieces that stand out on shelves and online.
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