# Contemporary Western Couture This Embroidered Top is Inspired by Cowboy Runway Themes By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-05-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/embroidered-top References: [pixiemarket](http://www.pixiemarket.com/unravel-shirt.html) This sleeveless, embroidered top is an affordable take on popular runway fads. Available on [Pixie Market's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/softgrip-hair-rollers) web shop, the black and gold shirt is a nod to opulence and draws its inspiration from [Western styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frye-x-aurate). Following in the footsteps of luxury brands like [Chanel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-mademoiselles) -- whose Dallas-themed womenswear line revived cowboy couture for a high-end consumer -- the affordable, fast fashion label offers a luxe look at a fraction of the price. This embroidered top is priced at a $138 rate and features gilded collar and chest details that are both eye-catching and nostalgic. This garment boasts a handmade quality and resembles traditional crafting techniques that can be seen in nostalgic cowboy uniforms or western formalwear pieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 7% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Affordable Luxury Fashion:** The rise of affordable, high-quality fashion items that emulate luxury brands at a fraction of the price. - **Nostalgic Western Styles:** The revival of traditional crafting techniques and design elements inspired by cowboy couture and western formalwear. - **Handmade Garments:** A growing market for handmade clothing that combines craftsmanship and unique design. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Fashion:** Fast fashion brands that offer affordable fashion that imitates luxury styles. - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers that cater to the growing demand for nostalgic western-inspired fashion. - **Artisanal Craftsmanship:** Artisans and designers who create handmade garments imbued with nostalgic western styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Ornate Floral Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cult-gaia-lance-top.md) - [Ornate Western Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwest-birch-studded-denim.md) - [Vibrant Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrangler-x-happy-socks.md) - [Western-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frye-x-aurate.md) - [Reimagined Archival Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coachs-western-tabby.md) - [Sophisticated Handcrafted Beachwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cartolina-colette-caftan.md) - [Vintage-Like Western-Style Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-western-black-dial-cushion-watch.md) - [Elegantly Embroidered Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cropped-velvet-jacket.md)