# Americana Auto Apparel Ford and Forever 21 Teamed Up for a Summer Fashion Line By Riley von Niessen | Published 2019-06-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-and-forever-21 References: [forever21](https://www.forever21.com/ca/shop) [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horse-power-collection) and [Forever 21](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-21-x-disney) have joined to come up with a series of collaborative designs in time for the summer, with the Americana auto-inspired fashion line boasting a wide range of tees, crop tops, skirts, jackets, pullovers, and much more. All of the pieces are branded with Ford's name, logo, or [classic racetrack imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-mclaren), giving the pieces a sporty yet nostalgic aesthetic. The pieces can be worn on their own for a more subtle look, or paired up with their matching counterparts for a statement-making look that's perfect for summer festivals or other events. The Ford and Forever 21 collection is available at Forever 21 stores on a nation-wide basis, and can also be found on the brand's web store. Image Credit: Forever 21 ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Collaborative Fashion:** Collaborative designs between companies can create unique fashion lines that are appealing to different markets. - **Branded Apparel:** Branded apparel can create a sense of nostalgia and create a deeper connection with consumers. - **Sporty Fashion:** Sporty fashion is becoming more mainstream and is a popular trend among younger demographics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Collaborations between automotive companies and fashion brands can help integrate branding and create new revenue streams. - **Retail:** Collaborative fashion lines can create a unique selling opportunity for retailers and draw in a wider range of consumers. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can benefit from collaborations with other industries, such as automotive, to create unique and innovative designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired Collaborative Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horse-power-collection.md) - [Auto-Inspired Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/percival-x-ford.md) - [Toy-Inspired Sportscar Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrangler-x-hot-wheels.md) - [Americana Autumn Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coors-banquet-and-brixton-1.md) - [Back-To-School Disney-Inspired Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-21-x-disney.md) - [Toy Car-Inspired Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-and-maje.md) - [Tween-Focused Motorsport Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nascar-x-justice.md) - [Metaverse Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-21-2.md) - [African American-Inspired Auto Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/What-in-the-Frunk.md)