Presented during London Collections: Men, the latest Dunhill menswear collection featured refined and collegiate ensembles that were fit for a grad student or university professor.
The Fall/Winter 2015 range was made up of tweed and checker-printed blazers, high-waisted wool slacks and textured knits that appeared worn and vintage in their look. Paired with retro eyewear and wool necktie accessories, the latest Dunhill menswear collection embodied a sophisticated and nostalgic air.
Drawing inspiration from the early 90s, the range was reminiscent of costumes from cinematic cult classic Dead Poet's Society. The Dunhill Fall/Winter 2015 collection also featured weather-focused outerwear like shearling coats along with tailored suits that were both office and classroom ready. Exuding sophistication, the menswear label proved they can mix classic and cool elements together flawlessly.
What's Driving This Trend
- Collegiate Fashion
- The trend towards refined, vintage-inspired fashion with a nod to academic style opens opportunities in creating clothing and accessories for both professionals and students alike.
- Weather-focused Outerwear
- The incorporation of shearling coats and other weather-focused outerwear into fall and winter collections creates opportunities for brands to innovate with modern and practical designs.
- Sophisticated Vintage
- The trend towards modern designs with a vintage aesthetic opens opportunities for designers to re-imagine classic styles with a modern twist.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- Fashion designers can create sophisticated, vintage-inspired pieces that balance nostalgia and innovation in both office and classroom settings.
- Eyewear
- Eyewear companies can capitalize on the retro eyewear trend by producing classic and vintage-inspired frames that complement the overall look of the collections.
- Textiles
- Textile companies can leverage the popularity of tweed and checker prints to innovate with new fabrics that embody the sophistication of classic materials with modern performance capabilities.
