# Korean Band-Inspired Apparel HOMME BOY's LE2.23 Draws from HYUKOH's Newest Album By Amy Duong | Published 2018-02-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le223 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/2/homme-boy-spring-summer-2018-le2-23-lookbook) & [hommeboy](https://hommeboy.com/pages/shop) Los Angeles-based fashion label [HOMME BOY](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cioccolato) recently unveiled the first part of its LOOSE ENDS collection entitled 'LE2.23.' The name of the series is a shortened version of "LOOSE ENDS 2/23." The brand's aesthetic of distressed cuts and grunge looks continue to take over in this new Spring/Summer 2018 range. Designer Kyle Pak expresses that the collection was inspired by South Korean band HYUKOH's newest album entitled 23; the visuals sparked inspiration for the designer and he incorporated them into the capsule. The curation and craft of LE2.23 is edgy and collectively blends [modern streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-made-drop) with high-fashion looks. Some notable items from the series are the unique leather rider jackets and shirt jackets accented with detailed patterns and textiles. There is also a notable selection of [functional vests, bold trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hh118389225-2) and silver accessories. Some standout details from the capsule include lots of distressing, hardware, triangle rings and ball chains. Image Credit: HOMME BOY ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Distressed Cuts:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate distressed cuts into their collections, adding a grunge and edgy aesthetic. - **Grunge Looks:** Potential for designers to infuse grunge looks into their designs, merging modern streetwear with high-fashion. - **South Korean Music-inspired Fashion:** Emerging trend of fashion labels drawing inspiration from South Korean music, creating unique and culturally influenced designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can explore incorporating distressed cuts and grunge looks into their collections, offering unique and edgy styles. - **Music:** Opportunity for musicians, especially those from South Korea, to collaborate with fashion labels and create music-inspired fashion collections. - **Accessories:** Accessory industry can capitalize on the trend by creating silver accessories with standout details such as distressing, hardware, triangle rings, and ball chains. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spring-Centric Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-1.md) - [Retro-Themed Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/episode-7-collection.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Luxurious Spring-Ready Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambush-5.md) - [Vintage Style Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-made-drop.md) - [Active-Minded Refreshing Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/october-collection.md) - [High School-Inspired Autumn Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erl-2.md) - [Summer-Ready Utilitarian Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hh118389225-2.md) - [Relaxed Autumn Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-2025-denim-collection.md)