Tapping into the trend for all things hybrid, the waistcoat is literally twisted to become outerwear, as seen in the Les Hommes Fall/Winter 2010/2011 collection. As the lead image shows, a contrasting sheepskin lining and asymmetric cut - with the collar and lapel a deconstructed transplant of a jacket bottom – take the evening wear classic outdoors. Off centre buttons keep things off-kilter whereas a navy and black colorway retain an eveningwear edge.
Implications - Many individuals within society today invest a significant amount of effort into their personal style and image. Businesses that offer these consumers high-quality and modish options that enables customers to put their best face forward will likely benefit in large ways.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Hybrid Clothing
- Designing and combining traditional clothing items to create unique hybrid clothing.
- Outerwear Waistcoats
- Transforming waistcoats into outerwear by adding functionality and style features.
- Contrasting Linings
- Incorporating contrasting and unique linings in clothing items for a fashionable twist.
Sectors Adopting This
- Fashion Industry
- Creating innovative designs and products that fuse traditional clothing items for a unique and modern look.
- Apparel Industry
- Incorporating functionality and style elements to create unique clothing items that cater to individual style and preference.
- Luxury Fashion Industry
- Offering high-quality and modish clothing options to discerning consumers looking for unique and high-end products.
