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# Smart Simple Suits
Jonas Kloch for Mr. Start Spring Summer 2012 Lookbook

By Katherinev123 | Published 2012-01-26 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-smart-spring-summer-2012
References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2012/01/start-ss12-enokae.html) & [start-london](http://www.start-london.com/designers/mens/mr-start.html)

Take one look at the Mr. Start Spring Summer 2012 lookbook and you'll understand why [power dressing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-touch-by-bugatchi) always works. Perfect for daytime or evening, the posh and polished suits in this simple lookbook are everything a man needs to look smart, sophisticated and -- let's face it -- downright sexy.

The model featured in the Mr. Start Spring Summer 2012 lookbook is the blond and blue-eyed Jonas Kloch. Kloch is photographed by Enokae and styled by Philippa Harrington-Griffin and Laura Jean in a series of suits ranging from pastel blue and chocolate to grey and of course, classic blank. The styles shown are [expertly tailored](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-faloni-linen-suit), fitting Mr. Start's leading man like a glove, and the designs range from simple and timeless one-button styles to those with double-breasted fronts and pockets.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.5/10
- Popularity: 84% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Power Dressing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart, technologically advanced fabrics for suits that enhance comfort and performance while maintaining a polished, sophisticated look.
- **Tailored Suits:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smart features into suits, such as temperature regulation or communication capabilities, to meet the needs of modern professionals.
- **Diverse Suit Styles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customizable suit styles that cater to individual preferences, incorporating innovative design elements without compromising on fit or quality.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable materials and production methods to create eco-friendly suits that still meet the demands of high-end fashion.
- **Textile Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced textiles with built-in functionalities for suits, such as wrinkle resistance or stain repellency, to elevate their performance and practicality.
- **Smart Wearables:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with suit manufacturers to integrate wearable technology, like fitness or health tracking sensors, into suits for a seamless blend of fashion and connectivity.

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