# Escapism-Themed Fall Apparel Helmut Lang Unveils its FW22 Capsule with Liberating Themes By Amy Duong | Published 2022-02-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helmut-lang-2 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/2/helmut-lang-fall-winter-collection-new-york-fashion-week) Helmut Lang unveils its newest collection at New York Fashion Week designed for the [Fall/Winter 2022 season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undercover-5) rooted on the pillars of deviance, utility, and civility. It is also inspired by escapism as a theme, with designs that inspire anything in life that calls on both beauty and function. The New York City-based fashion label explores the relationship that exists between tailoring and practicality. It delivers genderless pieces that include a seamless black topcoat with contrasting color-blocked cuffs, as well as a rust-tonal leather aviator jacket that is finished with Toscana shearling. The rest of the seasonal range includes [slate gray cargo pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atom-collection), knitwear designs, and black flight pants. Rounding out the capsule are [liner vests and shirt jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-u-fw24) in different fabrications. Image Credit: Helmut Lang ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Escapism-themed Apparel:** Opportunity for fashion brands to explore themes of liberation and functionality in their designs. - **Genderless Fashion:** Opportunity for brands to cater to diverse customers by offering genderless clothing options. - **Practical Fashion:** Opportunity for brands to emphasize the importance of practicality in fashion design. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate escapism and functionality into their designs to appeal to a wider customer base. - **Retail:** Retail stores can offer genderless clothing options to promote inclusivity and diversity in their merchandise. - **Textiles:** Textile manufacturers can develop new fabrics and technologies that promote practicality and functionality in fashion design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Fall-Centric Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latimmier.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Fall-Centric Layered Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-u-fw24.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Fall-Centric Dynamic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undercover-5.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Fall Technical Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atom-collection.md) - [Seaside-Influenced Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fort-2.md) - [Conceptual Memory-Themed Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paranoid-fw25.md)