# Rugged Relaxed-Fit Apparel Element Celebrates Its 30th Birthday with New FW22 Collection By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-07-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/element References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/7/element-30-years-of-skateboarding-fall-winter-2022) & [elementbrand.fr](https://elementbrand.fr/blog/lookbooks/.html) Iconic skate brand [Element](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/element-nail-bar) is celebrating its [30th anniversary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanga-30th-anniversary-collection) with the launch of its Fall/Winter 2022 collection, which aims to pay homage to the label's skateboarding roots while offering a range of garments that are ready for outdoor exploration. The new collection features a variety of utility-focused pieces. For example, [technical jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathmandus-aw25-heritage-collection) arrive made from a micro-ripstop fabric while borrowing design elements from 80s-era mountaineering gear. However, the collection also delivers a range of rugged autumnal pieces, such as fleece sweaters, undyed denim jeans, caps, and flannel shirts. In addition, it features a range of women's items, which mirror the casualness of the men's styles. For example, these include casual patterned skirts, fleece gilets, and jumpsuits. Image Credit: Element ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Urban Outdoor Fashion:** The combination of skateboarding aesthetics and outdoor functionality offers new opportunities for unique hybrid apparel collections. - **Retro-inspired Mountaineering Gear:** Reviving 80s-era design elements in outdoor gear and apparel can attract nostalgic consumers and create distinctive product lines. - **Eco-conscious Undyed Denim:** The use of undyed denim highlights sustainable fashion practices and caters to environmentally conscious consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** Incorporating outdoor functionality and skateboarding aesthetics in fashion can help brands innovate and reach a wider audience. - **Outdoor and Adventure Gear:** Bringing retro design elements and incorporating modern technology can reinvigorate the outdoor gear market and attract new customer segments. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Emphasizing eco-friendly materials, such as undyed denim, allows fashion brands to align with consumer values and drive sustainable innovation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heritage Outdoor Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gramicci-fw25.md) - [High School-Inspired Autumn Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erl-2.md) - [Seaside-Influenced Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fort-2.md) - [Relaxed Autumn Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-2025-denim-collection.md) - [Cozy Fall-Centric Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-mountain.md) - [Versatile Summer-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1.md) - [Versatile Sportswear Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reigning-champ-fw24-collection.md) - [Modular Fall-Ready Layered Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcs-2.md) - [Winter Apparel Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everyone-tokyo-fallwinter-2025.md)