# Mismatched Colorful Tracksuits The Slam Jam and NEEDLES Collaboration is Cheerful and Chromatic By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-04-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-tracksuit References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/4/slam-jam-needles-track-suit-editorial) & [slamjamsocialism](https://www.slamjamsocialism.com/brands/needles) Contemporary label [NEEDLES](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-fw5-track-suit) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penalty-culture). 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-and-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 Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **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. - **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. - **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. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of grungy patchwork and mismatched colors to offer consumers unconventional and eye-catching apparel options. - **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. - **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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revived Counterculture Trackwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-fw5-track-suit.md) - [Leopard Tracksuit Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-for-nepenthes.md) - [Special Order Collaborative Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2tone-jersey-collection.md) - [Knit Track Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-x-beams.md) - [Velour Track Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/journal-standard-x-needles.md) - [Seasonal Co-Ord Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-release.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Collaborative Dynamic Eclectic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tss.md) - [Tailored Elevated Luxe Tracksuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noah-and-puma.md)