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# Modernized Heritage Fashion
The New Nautica Collection is Filled with Reimagined Classics

By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-02-21 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-nautica-collection
References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2017/02/20/nautica-fall-2017-reimagined-heritage-collection/) & [nautica](http://www.nautica.com/)

The new [Nautica](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nautica-denim-blousons) collection was given the title 'Reimagined Heritage' because it offers a contemporary twist to timeless staples.

Included in the collection are [patchwork jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patchwork-americana), jeans and shorts, wool coats, wind pants, graphic shirts, varsity jackets and a variety of accessories, such as bucket hats, duffel bags and statement scarves. The apparel is colored brightly, with hues like yellow, red and green marking the garments. It's clear that a number of the pieces draw from [90s athletic fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marty-supreme), with vintage-style patterns and color palettes used throughout the new Nautica collection.

The brand promoted the Reimagined Heritage looks with an editorial, which spotlights male models in the bright ensembles against a white backdrop for more contrast.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.4/10
- Popularity: 76% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Contemporary Twist to Timeless Staples:** Opportunity for brands to modernize and reinvent traditional fashion items by incorporating contemporary elements.
- **Vintage-inspired Patterns and Color Palettes:** Potential for designers to tap into nostalgia and create fashion collections reminiscent of past eras.
- **Brightly Colored Athletic Fashion:** Possibility to cater to the demand for vibrant and eye-catching sportswear that combines functionality and style.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to curate and promote collections that offer a modernized take on classic styles.
- **Fashion Design:** Opportunity for fashion designers to experiment with vintage-inspired patterns and color combinations in their collections.
- **Sportswear:** Opportunity for sportswear brands to develop bright and colorful athleisure pieces that resonate with consumers seeking both comfort and style.

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