# Asian-Infused American Fashion The Levi's Lefthanded Jean by Takahiro Kuraishi is Retro Chic By Taylor Keefe | Published 2011-11-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-lefthanded-jean-by-takahiro-kuraishi References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2011/11/28/levis-lefthanded-jean-by-takahiro-kuraishi-fallwinter-2011-collection/) & [us.levi](http://us.levi.com/home/index.jsp) Japanese fashion gurus Takahiro Miyashita and Kazuki Kuraishi have combined forces to release the highly anticipated Levi’s Lefthanded Jean by Takahiro Kuraishi. The collaboration between acclaimed designers Takahiro Miyashita and Kazuki Kuraishi has resulted in the Levi’s Lefthanded Jean by Takahiro Kuraishi; a mash-up of asian-infused vintage looks made famous by the iconic American brand. The designers have reinvented flagship brands such as the Levi’s 517 Regular Fit Bootcut Jeans and the 505 Regular Fit Straight Cut Jeans. Other stunning items from the collection include [trucker denim jackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-and-jjjjound) and vintage button-ups with fine detail on stitch work and pocket designs. In fact, the designers have brought back the “smile” pocket for this release. What is particularly special about this collection is that Levi’s have let the [Japanese designers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanexclusive-denim-collection) take full creative control of the project, allowing them to influence the clothing with Japanese culture, style and fashion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Asian-inspired Fashion:** The fusion of Asian and Western fashion trends creates new and innovative designs. - **Collaborative Design:** Collaborating with designers from diverse cultural backgrounds creates an opportunity for unique design aesthetics. - **Revival of Vintage Fashion:** Reinventing classic pieces with a contemporary twist creates nostalgia and interest in retro fashion. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Industry:** Incorporating diverse cultural perspectives allows for a more inclusive and intriguing fashion landscape. - **Design Industry:** Collaboration between designers from different backgrounds promotes innovation within the industry. - **Retail Industry:** Reviving vintage fashion trends can create a new market for retailers to tap into and increase sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Fashion Denim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobranded-jeans.md) - [Sophisticated Denim Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-tab.md) - [Workwear Reinvented Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-kiko-kostadinov.md) - [Bold Denim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bold-denim-collections-levis-and-adsb-andersson-bell-join-forces-to-reimagi.md) - [Ultra-Wide Collaborative Denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superwide-levis.md) - [Co-Branded Californian Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-stussy.md) - [Collaborative Relaxed Vintage Denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lee-and-beams-1.md) - [Graphic Garment-Dyed Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-levis-1.md) - [Wide Denim Collaborative Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-wide-v2.md)