Taiwan-based fashion label Necessity Sense introduces its new collection designed for the Spring/Summer 2019 season entitled 'Needles in the Sea.' The range was designed with inspiration drawn from the designer's family roots and cultural heritage in Taiwan.
The lookbook takes on a theme that takes place on a ship, highlighting the workwear apparel of fishermen. It drives the sea-bound workwear towards a luxurious angle and also celebrates Taiwan with the infusion of unique pattern designs. There are also lifestyle accessory options that are adorned in a color palette featuring hues of lilac purple, silver, blue, and rust as a nod to the sea-bound lifestyle. Some of the standout pieces in the collection include the short sleeve tops that showcase visuals of crashing waves, ocean foam, and a light lilac wash.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Luxurious Workwear
- Opportunity for luxury fashion brands to create high-end, stylish workwear inspired by traditional and functional apparel.
- Cultural Heritage Influences
- Potential for brands to incorporate cultural heritage and roots into their designs, offering unique and meaningful products.
- Sea-inspired Aesthetics
- Opportunity for brands to explore sea-themed designs and color palettes in their collections for a fresh and captivating look.
Where This Applies
- Fashion
- Fashion industry can leverage the demand for premium quality fishing gear by incorporating luxury elements and cultural influences into their designs.
- Outdoor Apparel
- Outdoor apparel industry can tap into the trend of luxurious workwear by creating high-performance and stylish gear inspired by sea-bound workwear.
- Accessories
- Opportunity for accessory brands to create lifestyle products with sea-inspired aesthetics, offering unique and visually appealing options.
