# Futuristic Feminine Apparel This Spring/Summer DKNY Collection Debuted During NYFW By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-09-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dkny-collection References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2016/09/13/dkny-ss17) & [dkny](http://www.dkny.com/) During New York Fashion Week, a fresh [DKNY](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dkny-x-fashionverse) collection was revealed for the 2017 [Spring/Summer season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025). On high-profile models like Bella Hadid, the brand shows off looks that flaunt a modernist approach. It generates this vibe by making use of [sleek monochrome palettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit) in many ensembles, which are coupled with bold cuts that instantly capture a viewer's attention. In the outfit worn by Bella Hadid for example, she's covered in a short dress with wide long-sleeves, all of which is pulled together with a drooping neckline and hood. In others, the DKNY collection is revealed to revitalize some more classic looks -- an example being workwear which is branded with metallic letters and colored lilac. Meanwhile, the brand adapts business styles with a futuristic aesthetic, making for an eclectic DKNY collection that stays uniform in its theme. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Monochrome Minimalism:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating fashion products that use sleek monochrome palettes and bold cuts for a modern, minimalist aesthetic. - **Futuristic Businesswear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in adapting classic business styles with a futuristic aesthetic, creating a unique and eclectic look. - **Rebranding Workwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in revitalizing classic workwear with bold colors and metallic branding, offering a fresh take on a traditional style. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Innovation opportunities in fashion design and branding using modern monochrome palettes and future-forward styles. - **Retail:** Opportunities for retailers to offer trendy and eclectic fashion choices to consumers drawn to minimalism and futuristic aesthetics. - **Marketing:** Opportunities exist for marketing and advertising agencies to promote these new, modern styles to consumers through creative ad campaigns and branded content strategies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Skiwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dkny-tech.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Effortlessly Elegant Womenswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-springsummer-2024.md) - [Gamified Fashion Customizations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dkny-x-fashionverse.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Workwear-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-springsummer-2024.md)