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Margaret Howell Taps Mizuno to Launch a New Collection for FW22

— October 6, 2022 — Lifestyle
British fashion designer Margaret Howell works together with Japnese sportswear imprint Mizuno on a new collection designed for the Fall/Winter 2022 season. The new capsule is led by two waterproof design which comes in the form of an oversized poncho and a hooded poncho.

Howell talks about the new collection, stating “What I continue to appreciate about our collaboration with Mizuno is the combination of their technical fabric and expertise of manufacturing and our suggestions on the design and fit proportions, [...] With today’s lifestyle becoming less formal and more active, our clothes have literally followed suit and I like to mix the technical lightweight nylon pieces from Mizuno with the contrasting natural textured fabrics used in our range of clothes.”

Image Credit: Josh Hight, Mark Kean

Trend Themes

  1. Technical Activewear Collaboration — Collaborations between fashion and sportswear brands create opportunities to combine technical fabrics and manufacturing expertise with design and fit proportions.
  2. Waterproof Poncho Design — The popularity of waterproof ponchos in fashion and activewear presents opportunities for innovation in durable, lightweight and functional designs.
  3. Mixing Textured Fabrics — The trend of mixing contrasting textures creates opportunities for creativity and experimentation in fabric selection and garment construction.

Industry Implications

  1. Fashion and Sportswear — Collaboration between fashion and sportswear brands present opportunities for innovation in fabric technology, design and marketing.
  2. Outdoor and Adventure — Fall-ready technical activewear presents opportunities for innovation in durable and functional design for outdoor and adventure activities.
  3. Textile Manufacturing — The trend of mixing contrasting textures and lightweight technical fabrics present opportunities for innovation in textile manufacturing processes and material development.
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