Fashion label Cottweiler unveils its Fall/Winter 2019 collection on the runways recently and it is more expansive than its ever been before. The latest collection is designed with a progressive approach, as co-founder Matthre Daunty explains, “we want to challenge ideas of masculinity and explore the secret codes of British subcultural dress, the hidden identities that you learn and familiarize yourself with." The seasonal capsule boasts the name "The Lost Art of Cruising," coined by Ben Cottrell. The pieces showcase soft shapes and sensual details including exposed nipples.
Notably, there are two new collaborative projects incorporated into the collection -- an outerwear piece and a footwear design. Cottweiler works with "Allegri' on a selection of luxe raincoats and with Reebok on a hybrid 'sneafer,' which is a sneaker-loafer hybrid.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Progressive Sportswear
- The expansion of Cottweiler's collection presents opportunities for innovative and boundary-pushing sportswear designs.
- Challenging Masculinity
- Exploring subcultural dress allows for the creation of fashion that challenges traditional notions of masculinity.
- Collaborative Hybrids
- The collaboration with Reebok on a sneaker-loafer hybrid highlights the potential for innovative designs that combine different styles and functionality.
Where This Applies
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can look to this collection for inspiration on creating progressive sportswear and challenging traditional gender norms.
- Sportswear
- The sportswear industry can explore opportunities to push boundaries and experiment with new designs, inspired by Cottweiler's progressive approach.
- Footwear
- The footwear industry can take note of the sneaker-loafer hybrid collaboration, offering potential for creating innovative and versatile shoe designs.
