# Suited Punk Rock Runways The Libertine Spring/Summer 2014 Collection is Musician-Approved By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-09-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/libertine-springsummer-2014 References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/libertine-springsummer-2014/) & [libertine-libertine](http://libertine-libertine.com/) Gracing the stage at New York Fashion Week, the Libertine Spring/Summer 2014 menswear collection payed homage to the [punk rock music genre](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-war-of-the-three-kingdoms). Clad in stamps and patches, the label's leather jackets and patterned suit sets donned the graphics of God Save the Queen, a single by legendary punk band the Sex Pistols. Marrying metallic fabrics, colorful sequin textures and tailored silhouettes, the Libertine Spring/Summer 2014 runway presentation is a contemporary translation of the label's retro punk genre references. The cheeky collection combined rocker imagery along with cute crab-clad prints an lettered typography accents that stole the hearts of audience onlookers. Cleaning up punk's gritty associations, this collection proves that [rocker styling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet) can be both fun and sophisticated when infused with sleek silhouettes and vivid accent details. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Punk-inspired Menswear:** Brands can explore incorporating punk-inspired elements into their menswear collections, providing a fresh take on classic styles. - **Merging Contrasting Fabrics and Textures:** Designers can experiment with combining metallic fabrics and sequin textures with tailored silhouettes for a modern twist on traditional clothing. - **Elevated Graphic Design:** Incorporating graphic design elements, such as typography and prints, can elevate clothing designs and add uniqueness to collections. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate punk-inspired elements and elevated graphic designs to revitalize their menswear collections and appeal to a new demographic. - **Retail:** Retailers can collaborate with designers to bring exclusive and innovative clothing lines to their stores, giving customers a reason to keep coming back. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can take inspiration from Libertine's presentation to create dynamic and engaging fashion events that marry entertainment with fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Punk History Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-war-of-the-three-kingdoms.md) - [Freedom-Theme Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/libertas.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Refreshed Expressive Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheap-monday-relaunch.md) - [Retro Nightclub-Themed Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffrey-loverboy-1.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Luxurious Spring-Ready Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambush-5.md)