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# Charitable Research T-Shirts
The Kelly Klein x ATM Art Basel Collection is Benevolent

By Jordy E | Published 2012-12-05 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelly-klein-x-atm
References: [nylonguysmagazine.tumblr](http://nylonguysmagazine.tumblr.com/post/37192663823/kelly-klein-atm-art-basel) & [atmtees](http://www.atmtees.com)

The Kelly Klein x ATM collection has been released in anticipation of the Art Basel Miami beach event, an exclusive show focused on modern and contemporary work.

This special edition line has been designed by Tony Melillo. Known to the public as ATM, the label has been long dedicated to [menswear t-shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takashi-murakami-tee). This particular line is [dedicated to charity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/willy-chavarria-2) however, breaking with ATM's consumer-focused past.

Portions of the Kelly Klein x ATM series will be donated to ACRIA, the [AIDS Community Research Initiative of America](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hivaids-prevention). The graphic print will feature an underwater picture taken by Jean Pigozzi which is now present in Klein's book titled 'Pools: Reflections.' December 6th will see its official release at The Webster.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.7/10
- Popularity: 17% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Collaborative Fashion Collections:** The Kelly Klein x ATM Art Basel Collection showcases the trend of collaborations between fashion labels and artists, creating unique and limited-edition collections.
- **Cause-driven Marketing:** ATM breaking from its consumer-focused past with the Kelly Klein collaboration demonstrates the trend of brands aligning with charitable causes to engage socially conscious consumers.
- **Art-inspired Fashion:** The graphic print featuring Jean Pigozzi's underwater picture in the Kelly Klein x ATM collection represents the growing trend of art-inspired designs in the fashion industry.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can explore collaborations with artists to create exclusive collections, attracting both art enthusiasts and fashion-conscious consumers.
- **Charity and Nonprofit:** Charitable organizations can partner with fashion brands for cause-driven marketing initiatives, leveraging consumer interest to raise funds and awareness for important causes.
- **Art and Photography:** Artists and photographers can explore opportunities to license their works to fashion brands, tapping into the demand for art-inspired fashion and expanding their reach.

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