# Luxe Utilitarian Menswear This Kenzo Fall Collection Highlights Modern Uniform Fashions By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-11-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenzo-fall-collection References: [wallpaper](http://www.wallpaper.com/fashion/fashionweeks/2014/aw/mens/paris?rere) & [kenzo](https://www.kenzo.com/en) The [Kenzo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-dragon-collection-2) Fall collection for 2014 is a menswear line that is utilitarian in its aesthetic. The collection is inspired by workwear and blends its uniformed silhouettes with a range of rugged and industrial details. This masculine menswear line boasts a mix of dark brown and black tones that are accented with violet-hued prints and lime green accents. Whether referencing construction, transit or postal worker uniforms, these elegant menswear fashions are a fresh translation of [utilitarian apparels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khakis). The Kenzo Fall collection for 2014 boasts uniformed fashions that will appeal to the urban professional. Its standout looks include its slim-fitting suits, its [structured bomber jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jjjjound-x-descente) and its vibrantly printed jackets that are adorned with nature-themed motifs and graphic patterns. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Utilitarian Menswear:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create masculine, utilitarian menswear lines that combine workwear aesthetics with rugged and industrial details. - **Uniformed Silhouettes:** Opportunity to design clothing collections inspired by uniformed silhouettes that cater to the urban professional market. - **Nature-themed Motifs:** Opportunity to incorporate nature-themed motifs and graphic patterns into menswear designs for a fresh and contemporary look. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can tap into the growing market for utilitarian menswear and create innovative collections that merge workwear aesthetics with modern designs. - **Apparel:** Opportunity for apparel companies to produce slim-fitting suits, structured bomber jackets, and vibrantly printed jackets that appeal to urban professionals looking for stylish yet functional clothing. - **Textile:** Textile manufacturers can provide fabrics and materials that cater to the trend of utilitarian menswear, such as durable fabrics with rugged and industrial details. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Refined Utility Tailoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026.md) - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-ii-collection.md) - [Understated Luxury Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coofandy.md) - [Fall-Centric Dynamic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undercover-5.md) - [Fall-Centric Layered Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-u-fw24.md) - [Luxury Earth-Toned Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-doesnt-matter.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md)