# 50s-Inspired Fashion Shoots The Fred Perry Laurel Wreath Collection Updates Retro By Renee Ramsarran | Published 2011-01-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fred-perry-laurel-wreath References: [iwantigot.geekigirl](http://iwantigot.geekigirl.com/2011/01/13/fred-perry-laurel-wreath-collection-by-richard-nicoll-spring-summer-2011/) & [fredperry](http://www.fredperry.com) Looking at the [Fred Perry Laurel Wreath](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palace-x-fred-perry) Collection by Richard Nicoll, there is a distinct 1950’s feel. In his first collection for the clothing line, Nicoll references the iconic 1950s [Teddy Girls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boss-2) as photographed by Ken Russell. The muted color palette stays true to the period, as do the pointelle cardigans, vintage brooches and pompadour hairstyles. The Fred Perry Laurel Wreath Collection by Richard Nicoll offers a look-back at bold feminine attitudes with a distinct modern twist. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to create modern twists on vintage styles, capturing nostalgia while incorporating contemporary elements. - **Nostalgic Aesthetics:** Potential for brands to incorporate retro visuals and design elements to appeal to consumers seeking a sentimental connection to the past. - **Revival of Vintage Fashion Icons:** Chance for fashion brands to revive and reinterpret iconic fashion figures from the past, attracting both history enthusiasts and fashion-forward individuals. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in designing and producing clothing that combines vintage aesthetics with modern functionality, appealing to a wide range of consumers. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to create visually captivating shoots that blend modern styling with nostalgic touches, catering to the demand for vintage-inspired content. - **Accessories and Jewelry:** Chance for accessory brands to craft pieces that evoke the essence of the past while incorporating contemporary trends, appealing to consumers looking for unique and nostalgic fashion accents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Nightclub-Themed Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffrey-loverboy-1.md) - [Retro Tennis Collaboration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palace-x-fred-perry.md) - [Centennial Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farah-archive-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Collaborative Special Edition Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fred-perry-and-beams.md) - [80s Football-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-team-dressers.md) - [Heritage Postal Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-lauren-and-usps.md) - [Old-School Soccer Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/90sinspired-soccer-collection.md) - [Premium Dual-Branded Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fred-perry-3.md)