# Elegant Sporty Fashion The Barbara Bui Resort Collection is Full of Fierce Feminine Details By Meghan Young | Published 2014-10-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-sporty References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/2014RST-BBUI/) & [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/designerdirectory/BBUI/seasons/) The elegant sporty fashion that makes up the Barbara Bui Resort 2014 collection is not what many people would expect. Although there have been many interesting interpretations of the [athletic look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athleticinspired-clothing) over the last few months, this line gives it a fierce twist that is partly feminine, partly masculine and completely sophisticated. Essentially, the elegant sporty fashion shows that it is possible to adopt a bit of a [casual look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-barakett-spring) without completely sacrificing or compromising the overall chicness of the designs. Rife with stylish details including short lapels, sharp shoulders, animal prints and even a few metallic materials thrown into the mix, the elegant sporty fashion is great for just about any time of the year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Elegant Sporty Fashion:** Fashion designers can explore combining sporty and sophisticated elements to create unique and versatile looks. - **Fierce Feminine Details:** Fashion designers can experiment with combining traditionally feminine details with unexpected elements to create bold and empowering styles. - **Athleisure Evolution:** Athletic wear companies can continue to innovate by experimenting with bold design elements and unique fabrics to create chic, sporty pieces that can be worn outside the gym. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can explore new ways to combine comfort and style to create versatile and unique looks for modern consumers. - **Athletic Wear:** Athletic wear companies can continue to evolve and push boundaries by incorporating unexpected design elements and fabrics that appeal to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Luxury Retail:** Luxury retailers can capitalize on the trend of elegant sporty fashion by creating high-end, sophisticated pieces that incorporate athletic elements and details. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Effortlessly Elegant Womenswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-springsummer-2024.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Romantic Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection.md) - [Elegant Sporty Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-swimwear-collection.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md) - [Modern Vacation Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resort-wear-collection.md) - [Modern Sport-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-wardrobing.md) - [Versatile Athletic Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunette-the-labels-sport-collection.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md)