Ironic Americana Apparel

The Halfsleeve F/W 2013 Collection Appropriates a Classic Label

The Halfsleeve F/W 2013 look-book mixes classic American label Tommy Hilfiger's signature colors and textures with the irony of fashion comedy.

Reading 'Surry Hilfigga,' this collection follows the tendency of popular urban-wear parody of luxury brands. This has been done with brands such as Comme des Garçons, Céline and Hermès—cheekily renamed 'Comme des F*ckdown,' 'Céline Me Alone,' and 'Homies,' respectively. The re-appropriation of a well known brand's logo has made for a modern version of ironic t-shirt, it oozes with the urban appeal of irony.

The Halfsleeve F/W 2013 boasts über-cool pieces such as towels, beanies and even a Surry Hilfigga take on the American brand's classic red/white/blue rugby jersey. It surely will not be long before these tongue-in-chic pieces are popularized by a blogger, tastemaker, or perhaps rapper A$AP Rocky.

Ironic Apparel Trend
The trend of ironic apparel featuring re-appropriation of well-known brand logos creates an opportunity for disruption in the fashion industry.
Urban-wear Parody Trend
The trend of urban-wear parody of luxury brands creates an opportunity for disruption in the streetwear fashion industry.
Color and Texture Mixing Trend
The trend of mixing signature colors and textures creates an opportunity for disruption in the fashion industry.

Sectors Adopting This

Fashion Industry
The fashion industry can utilize these trends to appeal to a younger, more urban demographic.
Streetwear Fashion Industry
The streetwear fashion industry can utilize these trends to create new lines of apparel that appeal to a younger, more urban demographic.
Retail Industry
The retail industry can capitalize on these trends by carrying apparel and accessories that appeal to a younger, more urban demographic.
SCORE
4.9 out of 10
GENDER
10% Men90% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 75%
Activity 64%
Freshness 8%