# Uniformed Sportswear Collections The Lacoste Spring/Summer 2014 By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-09-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-springsummer-2014 References: [trendland](http://trendland.com/lacoste-ss-14/) & [lacoste](http://www.lacoste.com) Highlighting a utilitarian aesthetic, the Lacoste Spring/Summer 2014 collection brings designer Felipe Oliveira Baptista's retro inspiration to life. The iconic sportswear label presented their latest line of men's and women's pieces that are sure to be a hit both on and off the tennis court. While the runway presentation featured the French label's classic tennis-themed separates, models also sported oversized sweaters and remixed sweatpants that were refined for a modern style-setter. Colored piping accents, sleek and uniformed silhouettes and tailored athleticwear accents act as a strong foundation for the Lacoste Spring/Summer 2014 collection. This effortlessly elegant runway presentation embraces an aesthetic of streamlined 70s minimalism and design details that embody a 'Less is more' style motto. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Utilitarian Aesthetic:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating sportswear collections that combine functionality with style for a versatile and practical wardrobe. - **Retro Inspiration:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include designing fashion lines that incorporate nostalgic elements from previous eras to appeal to a nostalgic consumer base. - **Streamlined Minimalism:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing clothing collections that prioritize simplicity and clean lines, catering to those seeking a minimalist aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include incorporating utilitarian elements into traditional sportswear, merging fashion with functionality. - **Athleticwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include reimagining sweatpants and other athletic pieces to create versatile and stylish garments for daily wear. - **Sports Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include integrating retro-inspired designs into sportswear collections to cater to consumers seeking a nostalgic sports aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elegant Sporty Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-swimwear-collection.md) - [Heritage Tennis Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-tennis-runways.md) - [Modern Sport-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-wardrobing.md) - [Performance-Ready Stylish Tennis Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lineshot.md) - [Neutral Collaborative Streetwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-and-highsnobiety.md) - [Porcelain-Inspired Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-x-clot.md) - [Dynamic Spring-Ready Preppy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l003-2k24-sneaker.md) - [Hospitality-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brach-x-lacoste.md) - [Minimal Collaborative Tennis Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l003-2k24.md)