# Posh Male Ensembles The Marc by Marc Jacobs 2012 Cruise Collection Boasts Bold Patterns & Textures By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-06-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-2012-cruise References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/06/marc-by-marc-jacobs-2012-cruise-collection/) & [marcjacobs](http://www.marcjacobs.com/) The new Marc by Marc Jacobs 2012 Cruise Collection for men combines a plethora of prints and patterns in an unconventional way, making for a very interesting series of summer clothing. The collection includes a diverse selection of clothing that is ready to wear for a wide range of occasions and activities. A noted feature of the Marc by Marc Jacobs 2012 Cruise Collection for men is the infusion of patterns and textures. The collection showcases a fair amount of leopard print on items such as tight-fitting tops, t-shirts and socks. Blazers from the collection are printed in navy plaid, infused with a tie-dye quality -- certainly an unusual but eye-catching print. From suits to fun-colored shorts to a sequined jacket, the Marc by Marc Jacobs 2012 Cruise collection has something suitable to match any man's style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Bold Patterns:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include the development of new textile printing technologies that can create intricate and eye-catching patterns on clothing. - **Unconventional Combos:** Opportunities lie in creating unique combinations of prints and textures that capture attention and push the boundaries of traditional menswear. - **Diverse Selection:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in the creation of versatile clothing collections that cater to different occasions and activities, providing men with a wide range of options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore the integration of bold patterns and unconventional combinations in menswear collections. - **Textile Printing:** The textile printing industry can leverage the demand for unique and eye-catching patterns by developing advanced printing techniques and technologies. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the diverse selection trend by offering a wide range of men's clothing options that cater to different styles and occasions, providing a personalized shopping experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Spring-Forward Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection.md) - [Stylish Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam.md) - [Travel-Ready Summer Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangerine-palisade.md) - [Summer-Ready Crochet Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-open-knit.md) - [Elevated Menswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-touch-by-bugatchi.md) - [Print-Forward Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Men's Summer Swimwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vilebrequin-x-joel-mesler.md)