# Vibrant Beach Couture The Dsquared2 Spring/Summer RTW Collection Boasts Eccentric Beach Style By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-10-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dsquared2-springsummer References: [vogue](http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/spring-summer-2016/ready-to-wear/dsquared2) & [vogue.it](http://www.vogue.it/en/shows/show/dsquared2) Picking up where its menswear collection left off, the Dsquared2 Spring/Summer 2016 collection is a line of unique [beach-friendly looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection). Inspired by Hawaiian surfers yet again, the Caten brothers breathed an eccentric sense of surfer style into the Dsquared2 Spring/Summer 2016 collection. The color palette -- including pink, green, yellow and orange -- adorns mini neoprene dresses, flowing chiffon skirts, sporty vests and sporty sheath dresses. Athleisure is mixed with red carpet glam in the form of [sporty mini dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-swimwear-collection) that are paired with long detachable chiffon skirts and tattooed bodysuits. Dean and Dan are able to successfully juxtapose [scuba suits and swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandy-del-mar) with the brand's signature pieces like tailored blazers that are appropriate year-round. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eccentric Beach Style:** Opportunity for creating unique and bold beachwear designs that combine sporty and glamorous elements. - **Athleisure:** Disruptive potential in merging athletic and leisurewear to create versatile and fashion-forward outfits. - **Surfer Fashion:** Opportunity to infuse surf-inspired elements into high fashion, blending casual and sophisticated styles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can explore and incorporate eccentric beach style into their collections to cater to unique customer preferences. - **Swimwear:** Opportunity for swimwear industry to innovate by combining elements of sportswear and high fashion in their designs. - **Sports Apparel:** Sports apparel industry can explore the athleisure trend by incorporating fashion-forward designs that can be worn both in and outside of the gym. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage Miami Beachwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-2024-menswear-collection.md) - [Bold Playful Summer Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duvin-design-co.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Island-Inspired Summer Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sel-de-mer.md) - [Versatile Sleek Swimwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandy-del-mar.md) - [Sleek Printed Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolly.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md) - [Summer-Inspired Vibrant Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-rebel.md) - [Summery Bikini Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-spring-2024.md)