# Dog-Inspired High Fashion The Julien David Fall 2018 Collection Features Dog Masks By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-01-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julien-david-fall-2018 References: [vogue](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/fall-2018-menswear/julien-david/slideshow/collection#1) & [wwd](http://wwd.com/runway/mens-fall-collections-2018/paris/julien-david/review/) If the models from the Julien David Fall 2018 collection were to sit down with a cigar and play a poker game, it would make for a decent inspiration for a painting. At a first glance, the fashion designer's vision seems to be focused on providing an exuberant image of [man's best friend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-love-you-like-a-dog). However, upon closer inspection there are certain connotations that reference normality and humanity's place within the animal kingdom. Due to intellectual spans and the incredible [creativity and innovation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paranoid-fw25) individuals experience on a day-to-day basis, it is easy to forget that humans are in fact ape decedents. The Julien David Fall 2018 range challenges this notion through [contemporary menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026). The designer stated, "I wanted to take away the faces to consider the human species, sociologically, as another member of the animal family." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Animal-inspired Fashion:** Create fashion lines that incorporate animal features or masks to challenge traditional notions of humanity and provoke social commentary. - **Contemporary Menswear:** Design and manufacture high-end menswear that features unique and challenging designs, such as animal-inspired masks or other unexpected features, to captivate consumer attention and differentiate a brand. - **Sociopolitical Commentary:** Incorporate societal and political themes into fashion collections, using clothing as a medium for expression and social commentary, potentially leading to collaborations with artists or activists with similar messages. ### Sectors Adopting This - **High Fashion:** Collaborate or compete with established high fashion brands to create unique and expressive collections that feature unexpected designs, pushing the boundaries of traditional fashion norms and expectations. - **Art and Design:** Partner with artists and designers to create new collections that blend fashion and art, potentially leading to museum exhibits or galleries showcasing the unique pieces. - **Luxury Goods:** Expand into the luxury goods market, targeting high-end fashion consumers who are looking for unique and expressive clothing and accessories that challenge traditional fashion norms and expectations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Expanded Pet Apparel Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-originals-pet-collection.md) - [Couture Canine Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-accessories-collection.md) - [Premium Canine Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dog-face.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Minimalist Pet Accessory Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neighborhood-dog-series.md) - [Pet Lunar Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinesestyle-pet-jackets.md) - [Animal-Shaped Luxury Beanbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ark-collection.md) - [Digital Pet Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepa-paris.md)