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The Saab Fashionista Evokes Karl Lagerfeld & Chanel Style

— May 21, 2009 — Autos
The Saab Fashionista is the ultimate hybrid auto concept of French college Creapole-ESDI student and aspiring auto designer Mayeul Walser.

Karl Lagerfeld and ‘Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture’ member Chanel are the inspirations for Mayeul Walser’s Saab Fashionista 2+2 sports coupe. Walser’s goal was to merge futuristic sci-fi with haute couture fashion icons.

Beyond its modern and provocative design, The Saab Fashionista is based on the Chevrolet Volt powertrain.

Implications - In the last few years, there has been a shift in consumer psyche, with many wanting to support companies that create products beneficial for the environment. One way a company can capitalize on this is by investing in eco-friendly products that they can explicitly market as Green. This will engender goodwill for the brand among eco-conscious shoppers and the enviro-media.

Trend Themes

  1. Eco-friendly Products — Investing in eco-friendly products that can be marketed as Green can capitalize on the growing consumer desire to support environmentally conscious companies.
  2. Futuristic Design — The fusion of futuristic sci-fi with haute couture fashion icons presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the automotive industry.
  3. Consumer Psyche Shift — The shift in consumer mindset towards supporting environmentally beneficial products creates opportunities for brands to develop and promote sustainable offerings.

Industry Implications

  1. Automotive — The automotive industry can explore disruptive innovation through the integration of futuristic design elements inspired by high fashion.
  2. Fashion — Fashion brands can collaborate with automobile manufacturers to create couture-inspired vehicle designs for a niche market.
  3. Green Products — Companies investing in eco-friendly products can tap into the growing consumer demand for environmentally sustainable options.
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