# Suited Skater Lookbooks The Marc Jacobs Fall/Winter Collection has Retro-Inspired Flair By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-01-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-fall-winter-20121 References: [365homme.net](http://www.365homme.net/2012/01/this-just-in-marc-jacobs-fallwinter.html) & [marcjacobs](http://www.marcjacobs.com/) The Marc Jacobs Fall/Winter 2012 menswear collection features skateboarder-chic styles with retro fashion flair. With [bold suited styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galilee-by-sea) and vibrant prints, styling for this shoot includes eclectic pairings such as tailored coats and funky, printed knits as well as suited styles with a rugged and relaxed edge. Jacobs transforms wearable silhouettes into luxury items with his use of seamless tailoring and quality textiles that include luxe leathers, sensational suedes, furs and rich cashmeres. From signature seasonal staples to bold hat and eyewear accessories, this edgy collection stays true to [Marc Jacobs' effortlessly elegant style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection). A navy and black palette is enriched with textures and bold infusions of colors, exuding an undeniably cool style with a sense of confidence and attitude. The Marc Jacobs Fall/Winter 2012 menswear collection features dressed-up, [skater-inspired looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-x-neighborhood) that are must-have contemporary classics. Image Credit: Marc Jacobs ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 79% | 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Skater-chic Styles:** Opportunity to develop fashion lines that combine skateboarder culture with retro fashion flair. - **Luxury Streetwear:** Innovation potential in creating high-end, seamless tailoring and quality textiles for streetwear fashion. - **Bold Infusions of Colors:** Disruption opportunity in introducing vibrant and bold color combinations into menswear fashion. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate skater-chic styles into their collections. - **Streetwear:** Potential for streetwear brands to explore luxury elements in their designs and materials. - **Menswear:** Opportunity for menswear brands to experiment with unconventional color schemes and prints. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Fall-Ready Bejewelled Denim Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jacob-cohn.md) - [Stylish Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam.md) - [Art-Driven Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joy-artist-capsule.md) - [Seaside-Influenced Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fort-2.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Timeless Sophisticated Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallwinter-2025.md) - [Fall-Centric Dynamic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undercover-5.md)