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# Hippy Couture Swimwear
Syla at Miami Fashion Week

By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-07-21 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-benz-swim-week-syla
References: [styledash](http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/20/backstage-at-syla-by-sylvie-cachay-for-miami-fashion-week/) & [syladesigns](http://www.syladesigns.com)

After leaving Victoria’s Secret, Sylvie Cachay launched launch her own line, Syla, which she recently showed off at [Mercedes-Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastside-golf-5) Miami Swim Week. Sylvie, who is from Peru, lets her heritage influence her designs through [bright colors and bold patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-club).

Syla swimwear is for the person who wants to be sexy and in control at the beach. Her self-described “hippy couture” was very popular with the models because of the comfort.

For some more looks from the runways of Mercedes-Benz Swim Week, check out the video.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.0/10
- Popularity: 73% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Ethnic-influenced Swimwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create swimwear lines that incorporate bold patterns and bright colors inspired by different cultures.
- **Comfortable Swimwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop swimwear designs that prioritize comfort without sacrificing style.
- **Designer Swimwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unique swimwear lines created by independent designers, offering customers more options beyond established brands.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new swimwear design concepts and materials to enhance customer satisfaction.
- **Apparel Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate production processes to create comfortable and fashionable swimwear at a competitive price point.
- **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Curate a selection of designer swimwear brands that cater to diverse customer preferences and offer exclusive designs.

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