# Hat-Heavy Runways The Daks Spring/​Summer 2013 Collection Exudes Eccentric Elegance By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-07-03 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daks-spring-summer-2013 References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/daks-springsummer-2013-milan-fashion-week/) & [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/label/daks/) The Daks Spring/​Summer 2013 runway presentation features a top hat-heavy collection fit for the eccentric gentleman. From [timeless tailoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26) to humor-infused design details, this [dapper catwalk show](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection) strays far from the traditional. A revival of past fashions, this sharply dressed collection features a slew of streamlined silhouettes and quirky accents. These design details are showcased in a palette mixing mild monochromatic tones along with vibrant pops of citrus hues. From crisp double-breasted suits to collegiate-inspired separates, the Dak Spring/​Summer 2013 runway show heats up Milan Fashion Week. Whether showcasing plaid motifs, over-the-top top hats or thick-rimmed spectacles, this preppy menswear collection is a contemporary take on classic sophistication that will never lose its timeless style sensibility. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Revival of Past Fashions:** Opportunity for industry players to tap into nostalgia and bring back retro styles with modern twists. - **Streamlined Silhouettes:** Potential to streamline designs and create simplistic yet elegant pieces that appeal to a wide audience. - **Quirky Design Details:** Room for innovation in incorporating unique and playful accents into fashion collections for added personality and appeal. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore the revival of past fashions and experiment with streamlined silhouettes and quirky design details. - **Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory designers to create top hats, thick-rimmed spectacles, and other unique items that complement the revived fashion trends. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the demand for timeless and quirky fashion by curating collections that cater to the revival of past fashions and offer a mix of classic and contemporary styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-men.md) - [Laid-Back Modernwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digawel-springsummer-2026.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Workwear-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-springsummer-2024.md) - [Modern Tailored Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-5.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md)