# Space-Inspired Artist-Backed Collections The Tom Sachs x NIKECRAFT Transitions Range is Slick By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-02-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikecraft-transition References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/2/tom-sachs-nikecraft-transitions-collection-release) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioZX_pJz-Cc&feature=emb_title) The Tom Sachs x [NIKECRAFT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isru-uniform) Transitions collection was officially released during the artist's 'Tea Ceremony' exhibition, which was held at the Tokyo Opera Gallery. This effortlessly signifies the growing relationship between [fine art and the fashion industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepenthes-capsule). The Tom Sachs x NIKECRAFT Transitions collection draws inspiration from the 'Mars Yard Overshoe.' From bags to clothing, the products have a deconstructed aesthetic and carry motifs that are characteristic of the artist's style. Moreover, the garments seek to explore the “[transparency of materials and of construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhabit-collection)." A definite highlight is a Poncho that features the Dyneema®️ fabric, various t-shirts marked with "text-graphics by Tom Sachs," as well as Down Shorts with a buckle closure. The NIKECRAFT Transitions collection will be made available globally on February 15th. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transparency of Materials:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation lie in developing new materials and construction methods that prioritize transparency in fashion. - **Deconstructed Aesthetic:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in creating fashion collections that embrace a deconstructed aesthetic, incorporating raw edges and unconventional design elements. - **Artist Collaboration in Fashion:** By collaborating with artists, the fashion industry can tap into disruptive innovation by infusing unique and creative perspectives into their collections. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Innovation opportunities within the fashion industry include experimenting with new fabrications and design techniques inspired by space and art. - **Fine Art:** Incorporating fine art concepts and motifs into fashion collaborations can create disruptive innovation opportunities for both the art and fashion industries. - **Materials Engineering:** Disruptive innovation can be achieved in the materials engineering industry by developing transparent and lightweight fabrics that are suitable for fashion applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalistic Activewear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-x-sacai.md) - [Collaborative Sportswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-and-offwhite.md) - [Reflective Art-Inspired Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mungo-thomson-x-sacai.md) - [Alpine Streetwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jacquemus-x-nike.md) - [Wearable Art Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-days-march-1.md) - [Makeup Artist-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-silhouette.md) - [Artist-Inspired Outdoor Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meguru-yamaguchi1.md) - [Collaborative Sporty Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bode-recreation.md) - [Utilitarian Technical Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-ispa.md)