# Retro Film-Inspired Streetwear Off-White Drops the Jim Stark Collection for the SS19 Season By Amy Duong | Published 2019-02-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-stark References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/2/off-white-spring-summer-2019-jim-stark) & [hbx](https://hbx.com/journal/2019/2/off-white-spring-summer-2019-jim-stark-collection-new-arrivals?utm_source=hypebeast.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=mens-2019-2-1938-off-white-edit-feb20-owned&utm_content=image-placement-editorial-post) Streetwear imprint Off-White introduces its latest 'Jim Stark' collection designed specifically for the Spring/Summer 2019 season. The latest seasonal range draws inspiration from [youth culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-breakfast-club) and most notably, the [film 'Rebel Without a Cause'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-on-one-collection) from 1955. It stars the protagonist Jim Stark, who the entire capsule is directly named after and it highlights a series of rebellion that surrounds American youthism. Virgil Abloh generates a selection of trousers, footwear, shirts, and accessories that are adorned in graphics that are reminiscent of the 90s. Some of the standout items include the long sleeve shirt with a [Bart Simpson graphic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sopranos-range) that reads "I'm Bart Simpson, Who The Hell Are You?," the camouflage printed field coat, industrial belts, and the Parachute Cargo bottoms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Youth Culture Revival:** There's an opportunity for designers and brands to create retro-inspired collections that tap into the nostalgia of past decades and popular cultural references. - **Graphic-driven Apparel:** As consumers look to make bold and personalized statements with their clothing, graphic-driven apparel offers designers and brands a chance to offer unique, eye-catching pieces. - **Sustainable Streetwear:** With a growing awareness of the impact fashion has on the environment, there's an opportunity for streetwear brands to incorporate sustainable materials and practices in their designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Within the fashion industry, designers and brands can leverage cultural references and graphics to create collections that appeal to niche markets and offer unique pieces. - **Entertainment:** By partnering with TV shows, movies, and other forms of entertainment, brands can tap into the built-in fanbase and create collections inspired by popular culture. - **Sustainability:** As consumers increasingly demand sustainable options for all aspects of their lives, sustainable streetwear brands can continue to grow and innovate their production and design processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cult Movies-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/film-club-collection.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Cinematic Film-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stand-by-me.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection.md) - [Collaborative Sportswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-and-offwhite.md) - [Vintage Campus Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-breakfast-club.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-on-one-collection.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-godfather-collection.md) - [Summer-Inspired Vibrant Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-rebel.md)