# Blue-Accented Menswear Flagship Stores Jack Erwin's NY Store Has an Elegant & Minimalist Aesthetic By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-02-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menswear-flagship References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/02/01/jack-erwin-store-new-york-millions/) & [jackerwin](https://www.jackerwin.com/) Jack Erwin opened its [menswear flagship store](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-eagle-1) in New York City and the aesthetic of the retail space proves to exude an incredibly sophisticated vibe. The company worked alongside architecture studio Milliøns to achieve an [interesting retail experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-rive-droite-1). The menswear flagship's location on 488 Madison Street, played a strong role in determining the visual presence of the brand. In fact, Jack Erwin's New York store was designed to seamlessly fit in its surroundings and as a result, the brand and Milliøns created an interior that "draws on details associated with corporate office spaces." This aesthetic is predominantly communicated through the materials that were used — powder-coated aluminum, teal glass and etc., as well as the overall [minimalist appearance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-environment) that playfully hints at an organization-favoring atmosphere. Photo Credits: [Matthew Johnson](https://www.matthewjohnsonphoto.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Retail Spaces:** The trend of minimalist retail spaces continues to gain popularity, presenting an opportunity for brands to create unique and visually interesting store designs. - **Incorporating Office Space Details:** Creating retail spaces that incorporate details associated with corporate office spaces is a growing trend that brands can take advantage of to create a unique and cohesive brand identity. - **Brand-specific Retail Spaces:** More and more, brands are creating flagship stores that feature brand-specific aesthetics and experiences, allowing them to stand out and build stronger connections with customers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Retail:** The fashion and retail industry can implement these trends to create unique and visually interesting store designs that allow them to stand out from the competition. - **Architecture and Design:** Architecture and design firms can work with brands to create retail spaces that incorporate corporate office details and communicate brand identity. - **Real Estate and Development:** As more brands seek to create flagship stores in prime locations, the real estate and development industry can capitalize on this trend and develop spaces specifically suited for brand-specific retail experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Scandinavian Aesthetics-Forward Shop Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scandinavian-aesthetics.md) - [texturally artistic fashion stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-flagship-stores.md) - [NYC Identity-Inspired Retail Cconcepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-amsterdam.md) - [Art Gallery-Inspired Luxury Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proenza-schouler1.md) - [Color-Accented Flagship Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-flagship-stores.md) - [Luxe Fashion Flagship Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celine-miami.md) - [Red-Hued Store Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/road-to-awe.md) - [Japan-Expansive Physical Fashion Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-4.md) - [Slick Monochromatic Retail Boutiques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tom-ford-boutique.md)