# Accessible Designer Attire The Margiela X H&M Collection is for the Fashionable Man By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-10-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/margiela-x-hm References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/clothing/b--maison-martin-margiela-x-hm-mens-lookbook-32253.html) & [hm](http://www.hm.com/ca/maisonmartinmargielainfo) The fashion house [Maison Martin Margiela](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-residences) has teamed up with clothing store chain H&M to create the Margiela X H&M men’s clothing collection. When exclusive designer brands create collections with ready to wear stores such as H&M, fashion fans are always thrilled because it means designer-styled clothing has suddenly become accessible to the masses. This collection does not disappoint, with a variety of looks ranging from [tailored suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026) to distressed denim designs and a line of accessories to match. Some of the most exciting pieces include the shearling and fur coats, the red leather-look pants, a selection of vests and the asymmetrical and two-toned jackets. Get your own designer duds from the Margiela X H&M men’s clothing collection. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Collaborative Designer Collections:** Opportunity for high-end fashion brands to partner with popular retailers to make designer fashion more accessible to a wider audience. - **Affordable Luxury Fashion:** Growing demand for high-quality designer clothing at affordable price points, allowing consumers to experience luxury without breaking the bank. - **Designer-inspired Ready-to-wear:** Increasing trend of designer brands creating affordable lines of clothing that capture the essence of high fashion for everyday consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Potential for clothing retailers to forge partnerships with high-end designers, offering exclusive collections to attract a broader customer base. - **Luxury Fashion:** Opportunity for luxury fashion brands to extend their reach by collaborating with retailers and creating more affordable collections. - **Fast Fashion:** Possibility for fast fashion brands to enhance their product offerings by incorporating designer-inspired designs and materials into their collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Circular Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heron-preston-1.md) - [Inaugural New Year Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-lunar-new-year-collection.md) - [Glam Indian Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anamika-khanna-x-hm.md) - [Digital-First Luxury Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mmerch-1.md) - [Collaborative Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-x-christian-louboutin.md) - [Collaborative Premium Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mm6-maison-margiela-and-salomon.md) - [Luxurious Eyewear Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-6.md) - [Feminine Spring Apparel Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom.md) - [Transitional Wardrobe Range](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mm6-maison-margiela-prefall.md)