# Sportswear-Infused Japanese Apparel Sasquatchfabrix. Prepares for SS19 with the NANPOU Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2018-12-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanpou-collection References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/12/sasquatchfabrix-spring-summer-2019-lookbook-collection) & [ssense](https://ssense.com/) Sasquatchfabrix. introduces its new Spring/Summer 2019 range entitled the NANPOU collection, which directly translates to 'Southward.' The seasonal offerings are full of [traditional Japanese silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-x-nepenthes) that boast a modern twist, highlighted by noragi jackets, thinly framed sunglasses, haori coats, hajami trousers, and floral-printed shirts. The label's signature pieces such as the gown coat and the high-cut pants are included in the new collection alongside new structures such as anoraks, chore coats, and layered pants. The stylistic approach centers around [sportswear functionality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/champion-x-undercover) and it is showcased through details including velcro strap enclosures, football jersey stripes, tearaway cuts, and lightweight sensibilities. The upcoming Sasquatchfabrix. Spring/Summer 2019 NANPOU collection is set to drop online at [SSENSE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-3) in early 2019. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Traditional Japanese Silhouettes with Modern Twist:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity of incorporating traditional Japanese style with modern twists in the fashion industry. - **Sportswear-infused Functional Clothing:** A potential disruption opportunity lies in merging sportswear functionality into everyday clothing, creating a new category of apparel. - **Lightweight Sensibilities:** There is an opportunity to create innovative lightweight fabrics and materials in the apparel industry to incorporate in products like the ones in the Sasquatchfabrix. NANPOU collection. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can implement traditional Japanese silhouettes with a modern twist, including functional sportswear elements for a unique product offering. - **Sports Apparel:** The sports apparel industry can look into creating functional clothing options with traditional Japanese designs, incorporating lightweight materials for added comfort. - **Textile:** The textile industry can innovate new lightweight fabrics with intricate patterns for fashion designers to incorporate in products such as the ones in the Sasquatchfabrix. NANPOU collection. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-3.md) - [Coastal Utility Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-springsummer-2026.md) - [Spring-Centric Outerwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/namacheko-1.md) - [Earth-Honoring Fall-Ready Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-4.md) - [Weatherized Collaborative Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soukuu-collaboration.md) - [Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-5.md) - [Spring-Ready Technical Danish Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fce-2.md) - [Heritage Outdoor Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-japan-x-sashiko-gals1.md) - [Seasonal Utility Staples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-red-box.md)