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# Edgy Communist Party Apparel
The Latest KTZ Menswear Collection Pays Tribute to Political Icons

By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-01-13 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ktz-menswear-collection
References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/ktz-fallwinter-2015/) & [k-t-z](http://k-t-z.co.uk/)

The KTZ Menswear collection for Fall/Winter 2015 was unveiled at London Collections: Men. Known for its use of symbolism, the brand revamped its edgy aesthetic with a newfound and political inspiration. Their latest collection references iconic communist leaders like Mao Zedong, Karl Marx and Vladimir Lenin.

Displayed on printed patches, these leaders' images adorn tailored suits, jackets and more sporty separates that KTZ is known for. The label's Fall/Winter 2015 collection pays tribute to communist ideologies and is a blend of uniformed, utilitarian and athletic staples.

The latest KTZ menswear collection blends together fashions inspired by military uniforms, [worker uniforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-kiko-kostadinov) and athletic clothing. The edgy range is a seamless and [politically-themed streetwear line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackeyepatch-winter) that will appeal to loyal KTZ brand followers.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 62% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Political Icon Fashion:** The trend of incorporating political icons into fashion collections presents an opportunity for brands to create edgy and socially-conscious designs.
- **Utilitarian Streetwear:** The trend of blending military, worker, and athletic clothing into streetwear offers brands the chance to tap into the demand for functional and fashion-forward apparel.
- **Symbolic Activism:** The trend of using clothing as a form of symbolic activism provides an avenue for brands to make bold statements and connect with politically-minded consumers.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry can innovate by incorporating political symbols into their designs, appealing to consumers looking for edgy and socially-conscious clothing.
- **Streetwear:** The streetwear industry can disrupt by merging military, worker, and athletic styles to create functional and fashionable clothing that resonates with urban consumers.
- **Activism:** The activism industry can seize the opportunity to create clothing that serves as a visual representation of political beliefs, allowing individuals to express their values through fashion.

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