Dijon-based fashion label Drôle de Monsieur introduces its latest collection designed for the Spring/Summer 2023 season. The new clothing is designed with inspiration drawn from traditional Portuguese earthenware, Azelejos. It celebrates the heritage and serves as a reminder of the constant cultural beauty. The seasonal range is made up of knitted jackets for layering, polo shirts, crewneck sweaters, buttoned shirts, and more.
All of these are detailed with bright ornamental patterns and Azelujos prints. The rest of the range includes a range of uniform-themed streetwear including classic shorts, shirts with embroidered details, carpenter pants, corduroy pants, soft cardigans, Cuban collared shirts, and much more. The color palette is bright with tones of sunny yellow, deep earth, beige, navy blue, cactus green, ocean blue, and terracotta.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Portuguese-inspired Fashion
- Fashion brands can explore incorporating traditional aspects of Portuguese culture into their designs in creative ways.
- Ornamental Patterns and Azulejo Prints
- Designers can experiment with using bright ornamental patterns and Azulejo prints in their collections.
- Uniform-themed Streetwear
- Fashion houses can explore creating streetwear that incorporates uniform-inspired elements.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion Industry
- Fashion designers can draw inspiration from traditional Portuguese earthenware, Azelejos, to create unique collections.
- Textile Industry
- Textile manufacturers can produce fabrics that feature bright ornamental patterns and Azulejo prints.
- Retail Industry
- Retailers can capitalize on the trend of uniform-themed streetwear to cater to fashion-conscious consumers.
