# Knight-Themed Ankle-Long Coats Yohji Yamamoto Unveils a Set of Long Flare Coats for SS20 By Amy Duong | Published 2020-04-14 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flare-coat References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/4/yohji-yamamoto-spring-summer-2020-knight-pattern-long-coats) & [theshopyohjiyamamoto](https://theshopyohjiyamamoto.com/shop/g/gHN-D06-800-1-01/) Yohji Yamamoto prepares for the Spring/Summer 2020 season in a variety of ways, including the dramatically long [flare coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-mandy-coat) that join its seasonal lineup. Recently, the outerwear was released and it is extravagant throughout the entire design including the details and the silhouette. The coats are made from [velvet materials as a premium touch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashmere-wool-coats) and features artwork inspired by knights in action that cover the coats. The silhouette extends down beyond the knees and reaches close to the ankle. At the front are [double-breasted collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-lucia) and a button-up enclosure system. There are also some with flap closures instead held by two fastenings at the end of the hem. The front features small front pockets with tonal stitching rounding out the designs. Image Credit: Yohji Yamamoto ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Long Flare Coats:** Opportunity for incorporating dramatic flare designs into outerwear for the Spring/Summer season. - **Velvet Materials:** Innovative use of premium velvet fabrics in coat manufacturing, adding a luxurious touch. - **Knight-inspired Artwork:** Exploration of knight-themed designs as a unique and eye-catching element in fashion. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Potential for the fashion industry to adopt and adapt the trend of long flare coats with knight-inspired artwork. - **Apparel Manufacturing:** Opportunity for manufacturers to experiment with new ways of incorporating velvet materials into coats and outerwear. - **Luxury Retail:** Potential to capitalize on the trend by offering high-end, knight-themed long flare coats made from premium materials in luxury retail stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reconstructive Streetwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ys-for-men-x-masses.md) - [Spring-Centric Outerwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/namacheko-1.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Measured Winter Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vowels-fw26.md) - [Classic Tailored Wool Coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gant-wool-blend-tailored-coat.md) - [Double-Faced Wool Blend Coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handstitched-belted-coat.md) - [Premium Oversized Collar Coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-lucia.md) - [Fashion-Forward Insulated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-and-jw-anderson.md) - [Oversized Winter Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-symphony.md)