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# Spring-Ready Silk Staples
Hai and Whistles Join to Release a Silk Summer Capsule

By Kanesa D | Published 2022-05-16 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hai
References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2022/5/whistles-hai-spring-summer-collaboration-accessories-handbags-scrunchies-release) & [whistles](https://www.whistles.com/your-exclusive-preview-whistles-x-hai.html)

Up and coming accessory brand, Hai has collaborated with Whistles to release a new collection for the warmer seasons. The collection features handbags, scrunchies, and [slip dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-fifth). 13 styles are available in vibrant colors like lime green and hot pink.

"These are clothes for day and night, but there’s a celebratory, party feeling to them too," Hai's founder and creative director, Tessa Vermeulen, says.

Bestsellers from Hai make a return, including the ‘Vera Bag’ and the ‘[Puff](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingermimicking-makeup-applicators) Gina Bag,’ both crafted with unique design aspects like checkerboard prints and drawstring closures. Hai is most commonly known for its [handbags and other accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furla-debuts) made from silk, and this collection is excellent for adding those kinds of staples to your closet.

Image Credit: Hai, Whistles

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.4/10
- Popularity: 53% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 12%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Silk Staples:** The rise of silk as a summer staple creates an opportunity for innovative and sustainable silk products.
- **Colorful Capsule Collections:** The demand for bold, vibrant, and colorful collections increases, with many retailers offering colorful pieces that cater to all ages and sizes.
- **Accessory Collaborations:** Collaborations between accessory brands and fashion houses will continue to trend and bring fresh ideas to the market.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion:** Fashion houses can look for disruptive innovation opportunities in silk products, bold capsule collections, and accessory collaborations.
- **Accessories:** Accessory companies can explore innovative ways of using silk and collaborate with fashion designers to create new collections.
- **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the demand for colorful and playful collections by partnering with small independent designers and offering limited edition capsule collections.

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