# Functional Relaxed Menswear The Grind London Fall/Winter 2018 Line is Full of Laid-Back Styles By Amy Duong | Published 2018-02-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grind-london-fallwinter-2018 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/2/grind-london-fall-winter-2018-catalogue-collection) & [grindlondon](http://www.grindlondon.com/) The newest Grind London Fall/Winter 2018 collection is comprised of a broad range of menswear from graphic pieces to functional waterproof pieces. The U.K.-based fashion label delivers staple items with a focus on relaxed silhouettes for the season. Some of the pieces featured in the new Grind London Fall/Winter 2018 collection are [graphic print t-shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-athleisure), trousers with checker details, [lightweight outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-and-winter-line), reversible terrycloth jackets and quarter zip jackets. A standout item from the selection is the [velour tracksuit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-run-menswear-collection), which is accented with a stripe on the side. Another key piece from the collection is the 'Torrential' suit, which adapts to multiple weather conditions for high functionality. Image Credit: Grind London ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 1% | 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) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Functional Menswear:** Opportunity for brands to incorporate functional features into menswear, enhancing practicality for consumers. - **Relaxed Styles:** Demand for laid-back and comfortable clothing options creates opportunity for brands to offer relaxed silhouettes. - **Graphic Prints:** Graphic print designs can add unique and creative elements to menswear, appealing to fashion-forward consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore functional and relaxed menswear options to cater to evolving consumer preferences. - **Apparel:** Apparel industry can embrace the trend of graphic prints and provide a variety of options to meet consumer demand. - **Outerwear:** Outerwear industry can innovate waterproof and versatile designs that adapt to various weather conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Practical Californian Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gramicci-spring-summer-2024.md) - [Seaside-Influenced Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fort-2.md) - [Elevated Athleisure Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-athleisure.md) - [Minimal Tailored Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galilee-by-sea.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Modular Fall-Ready Layered Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcs-2.md) - [Versatile Sportswear Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reigning-champ-fw24-collection.md) - [Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-ii-collection.md) - [Urban Layered Outdoor Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andwander-fw25.md)