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# Caped Menswear Captures
The Luka Badnjar for Velvet Editorial Features Voluminous Outerwear

By Jana Pijak | Published 2011-12-13 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luka-badnjar-for-velvet
References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/luka-badnjar-by-takay-for-velvet/) & [inamirror.tumblr](http://inamirror.tumblr.com/post/14019158898/luka-badnjar-for-velvet-uomini-record-by-takay)

The edgy Luka Badnjar for [Velvet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat) menswear editorial features monochromatic ensembles that make a statement. Luka sports slicked back hair along with heavy knitted coats and capes. These voluminous silhouettes feature structured fall/winter selects from the latest designer collections.

Luka's bold capes are paired with cashmere and cotton jersey sweaters along with tailored trousers. The model sports pieces from the likes of Raf Simons, [Calvin Klein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calvin-klein-hair-body-perfume-mists) Collection, Y-3, Louis Vuitton, Dior [Homme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chi-pour-homme), Emporio Armani as well as other luxury labels. The shoot's boldly masculine wardrobe, styled by the magazine’s fashion editor Nik Piras, makes warm and cozy outerwear seem fashion-forward and edgy.

Structured and voluminous silhouettes, rich luxurious knits and layered styling give starring model Luka Badnjar a rugged look with a dapper aesthetic. The Velvet magazine shoot is fit for a gentleman.

Image Credit: [Takay](http://takayphotography.com/)

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 87% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Monochromatic Menswear:** The use of monochromatic ensembles creates a bold and striking visual statement.
- **Voluminous Outerwear:** The use of capes and heavy knitted coats creates an opportunity to explore new, voluminous silhouettes for fall and winter wear.
- **Layered Styling:** Layered styling techniques specifically tailored for men extend the range of fall/winter apparel options, creating intriguing new looks.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** There are opportunites for luxury fashion brands to explore more voluminous silhouettes and monochromatic ensembles for men's fall/winter wear.
- **Textiles:** The use of voluminous silhouettes and layered styling suggest the potential to innovate with heavier, high-quality knit textiles for outerwear.
- **Boutique Retail:** Boutiques that curate small collections of high-end, luxury menswear could capitalize on the trend toward bold, layered styling and monochromatic ensembles.

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