# Radical Retro Resortwear The J.W. Anderson Resort Collection Hightlights 80s Style By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-06-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-resort References: [uk.pinterest](https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/179229260147567180/) & [style](http://www.style.com/fashion-shows/resort-2016/j-w-anderson) Contrary to the S/S '15 70s movement, the latest [J.W. Anderson Resort collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pleasing-and-jw-anderson) features styles from a later era. Showing influence from his Fall '15 collection, designer J.W. Anderson has once again created a line inspired by 80s fashion. Despite its advanced starting point, this collection offers an avant-garde spin on popular 80s styles. For the [vacation season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resort-wear-collection), Anderson puts the fashion-forward woman in [floral prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection), ruffled hems ruched skirts and puffed sleeves. With suspenders attached to a dress and ruffles featured on footwear, it is clear not a single garment in this collection is untouched by the 80s aesthetic. Whether received as a gaudy revival or chic masterpiece, the J.W. Anderson resort line is a work of art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **80s Fashion Revival:** This trend presents an opportunity for fashion brands to tap into the nostalgia of the 80s and create modern interpretations of iconic styles. - **Avant-garde Resortwear:** There is potential for designers to push the boundaries of resortwear by incorporating bold, avant-garde elements into their collections. - **Floral Prints and Ruffled Hems:** The popularity of floral prints and ruffled hems in this resort collection highlights an opportunity for textile and fashion companies to create innovative and eye-catching designs. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on this trend by creating retro-inspired collections that appeal to consumers looking for unique and nostalgic styles. - **Textile:** The textile industry can explore new printing techniques to create vibrant and intricate floral patterns for resortwear garments. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can experiment with incorporating ruffles into their designs, offering customers a fresh take on traditional shoe styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [seasonal spring wardrobes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-watersports-collegiate-prep.md) - [Collaborative Artful Runway Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-clark.md) - [Romantic Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection.md) - [Fashion-Forward Insulated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-and-jw-anderson.md) - [Modern Vacation Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resort-wear-collection.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Fisherman Style Collaborative Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-x-uniqlo.md)