# Nomadic Militant Attire The Greg Lauren Spring/Summer Collection Offers Bohemian Utilitarianism By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-09-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greg-lauren References: [wwd](http://wwd.com/fashion-news/shows-reviews/gallery/greg-lauren-rtw-spring-10229588/) & [wwd](http://wwd.com/runway/spring-ready-to-wear-2016/new-york/greg-lauren/review/) This Greg Lauren Spring/Summer collection is the first womenwear line by the American designer. Defining women's strength and beauty, this collection is both edgy and ethereal. The Greg Lauren Spring/Summer 2016 collection carries an obvious [military theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25) while also offering a bohemian aesthetic. There is deconstructed apparel such as trousers designed with broad holes in the outer thigh region as well as [distressed patchwork denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026). Blue, olive green and black are the highlighted colors in this palette with a pop of orange, white and gold. Juxtaposed with the [utilitarian outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke) and chic military look, Lauren does offer a few satin evening gowns. This goes to show that the Greg Lauren consumer isn't afraid to experiment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bohemian Utilitarianism:** The merging of bohemian and utilitarian styles is an opportunity for designers to create unique and versatile clothing for consumers. - **Deconstructed Apparel:** The trend towards deconstructed clothing presents an opportunity for designers to experiment with new silhouettes and materials. - **Military-inspired Fashion:** The popularity of military-inspired fashion allows for designers to innovate and create new interpretations of this style. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can utilize the bohemian utilitarianism trend to create versatile clothing that appeals to a wide range of consumers. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can innovate by producing materials that allow for unique and deconstructed silhouettes in apparel design. - **Retail:** Retailers can take advantage of the military-inspired fashion trend by stocking clothing that appeals to consumers interested in this aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Desert-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-ss25-collection.md) - [Utility-Inspired Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khakis.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Avant Garde Seasonal Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brucolic.md) - [Australian Linen Garment Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-the-label.md) - [Culturally Backed Fashion Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brigade.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md)