# Western Schoolgirl Fashion This Leather Suspender Dress from Pixie Market is Nostalgic By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-suspender-dress References: [pixiemarket](http://www.pixiemarket.com/brown-pinafore-dress.html) & [pixiemarket](http://www.pixiemarket.com) This faux leather suspender dress from [Pixie Market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/softgrip-hair-rollers) is a country-themed take on the classic schoolgirl look. While the traditional suspender dress is a staple of [school uniforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-kids) and preppy wardrobes, this faux leather garment is a fresh translation of the sophisticated item. Instead of black or navy materials, this faux leather suspender dress boasts a camel color look and is subtly inspired by Western cowgirl styles. Whether paired with a denim top or a classic white shirt, the garment is guaranteed to garner attention. Pixie Market's chic suspender dress is priced at $60 and features a suspender-accented top that flares out into a flirty mini skirt. The piece looks perfect when paired with cowboy boots or platform shoes that give it an edgier look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Nostalgic Western Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating modernized versions of classic western styles, combining nostalgia with contemporary fashion. - **Country-themed Schoolgirl Look:** Opportunities lie in creating schoolgirl-inspired garments with a country twist, attracting a niche market of fashion-forward consumers. - **Sophisticated Faux Leather Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities can be found in developing more high-quality and sustainable faux leather garments, catering to the growing demand for ethical fashion. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can tap into the nostalgic western fashion trend, offering customers unique and stylish garments that blend nostalgia with modern elements. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce platforms can promote and sell country-themed schoolgirl fashion, targeting online shoppers seeking trendy and unique fashion pieces. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The sustainable fashion industry can explore the development of eco-friendly faux leather alternatives, providing consumers with sophisticated and ethically-made garments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Coordinated Leather Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-spring-collection.md) - [Social Good Prairie Dress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gwen-dress.md) - [Uniform-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school.md) - [Architectural Leather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-cassie-sb.md) - [Back-to-School Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-backtoschool.md) - [Retro Cartoon Back-to-school Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-styles.md) - [Sophisticated Tie-Belt Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiebelt-shirt-dres.md) - [Back-To-School Wardrobe Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-kids.md)