# Preppy Printed Oxfords The Gitman Vintage SS 2012 Collection is Old-School Cool By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-04-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gitman-vintage-ss-2012 References: [english.mashkulture.net](http://english.mashkulture.net/2012/04/02/gitman-vintage-2012-springsummer-shirts/) & [gitmanvintage](http://www.gitmanvintage.com/) The Gitman Vintage SS 2012 collection featured [retro prints with lots of personality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection). The iconic shirt company has pulled out its old lookbooks for inspiration from past lines. The result is a mix of preppy prints, sunny colors and statement stripes. Typical of Gitman Vintage, the line is heavily detail-oriented. The series boasts original double-track stitching, chalk buttons, locker-loops and box-pleats in its design. Memorable looks include the jungle zebra prints, the sprouting floral and the [minute tennis racket-printed oxfords](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/courtside-collection). Gitman Bros. has been crafting American-made shirts for over 70 years, dedicating all efforts to high quality fit and style. Based out of Pennsylvania, the company still has a long future ahead. The Gitman Vintage SS 2012 line is a authentic interpretations of the studs of the past. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Prints:** Opportunity to infuse nostalgic designs and patterns into various products and industries. - **Detail-oriented Design:** Opportunity to focus on intricate details and craftsmanship to create unique and standout products. - **American-made Products:** Opportunity to market and emphasize the value of locally-produced items and support domestic industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Apparel:** Potential for incorporating retro prints and detail-oriented designs into clothing and accessories. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity to introduce retro prints and intricate details into interior design and home furnishings. - **Stationery and Paper Goods:** Potential for nostalgic prints and craftsmanship to enhance the appeal of notepads, greeting cards, and other paper products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eclectic Preppy Summer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-2.md) - [Bold Playful Summer Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duvin-design-co.md) - [Music-Honoring Shirt Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eton-1.md) - [Vintage Miami Beachwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-2024-menswear-collection.md) - [Modern Tailored Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26.md) - [Tailored Apparel Line-Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/west-coast-ivy-collection.md) - [Progressive Golf Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manors-1.md) - [Iconic Rock Band-Inspired Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beatles-collection.md) - [Print-Forward Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection.md)