# Luxury Video Game Fashion The Eli Schmidt WWD S/S Preview is Playfully Posh By Marie | Published 2011-10-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eli-schmidt-wwd References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/frederik-tolke-dmitry-b-by-eli-schmidt-for-wwd/) & [wwd](http://www.wwd.com/) [Nintendo's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items) superhero brothers Mario and Luigi get the [luxury treatment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign) in the Eli Schmidt WWD Spring/Summer 2012 fashion preview. The New York City-based photographer captures models Frederik Tölke and Dmitry B in the hottest looks for next year from the likes of Dolce and Gabbana, Corneliani, and Salvatore Ferragamo. In vibrant cardinal and green suits, the models show they're not afraid of a little color, and look absolutely stunning and polished thanks to stylist Alex Badia. Kaleidoscopic jackets paired with open-toe sandals might not be great for the winter months, but if you're looking to escape the cold, this look is perfect for a [vacation down south](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mens-stuff). Double-breasted blazers are definitely back this season, and are easily dressed down for summer nights in a light, sandy color. Check out the Eli Schmidt WWD SS 2012 preview for all the hottest menswear looks for next year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Video Game Fashion:** Luxury fashion brands can partner with video game developers to create high-end fashion items based on popular video game characters and franchises. - **Colorful Suits:** Fashion designers can incorporate more bold colors into suits, creating more visually striking and unique statement pieces. - **Double-breasted Blazers:** With the resurgence of double-breasted blazers in fashion, designers can create updated, modern versions of this classic item that can be dressed up or down. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore new creative avenues by partnering with video game developers to tap into the world of gaming and create unique fashion collections. - **Gaming:** Video game developers can expand their reach and appeal to wider audiences by collaborating with luxury fashion brands to create high-end fashion items based on their popular franchises. - **Menswear:** Menswear designers can experiment with bolder colors and patterns, and provide unique twists on classic items like double-breasted blazers to create fresh and modern looks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-men.md) - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Video Game Travel Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items.md) - [Evolutionary Menswear Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ss-daley-1.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md) - [Alpine Luxury Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-mens-ski-collection.md) - [Workwear-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-springsummer-2024.md) - [Outdoor-Ready Luxurious Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-3.md)