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# New Wave Sportswear Editorials
The Norman Theuerkorn Neo2 Cover Story Embraces Athletic Styling

By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-04-17 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norman-theuerkorn-neo2
References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/javier-morgan-captures-norman-theuerkorn-for-neo2s-cover-story/) & [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/tag/neo2/)

Showcasing a surprisingly tailored take on traditional sportswear, the Norman Theuerkorn Neo2 cover story shines a spotlight on the inked top model. Channeling an edgy urbanite, Norman poses for photographer Javier Morgan's lens while sporting a luxuriously layered wardrobe of athletic staples with a clean cut twist.

Whether dressed in [Burberry Prorsum’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/london-commute) eye-catching metallic garments of in [Dior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afrofuturism-1) [Homme's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chi-pour-homme) graphically minimalist menswear staples, the model shines in bold sportswear looks that defy tradition.

The Norman Theuerkorn Neo2 cover story displays a blend of impeccably tailored silhouettes and richly layered garment pairings that combine unlikely pieces. Gracing the publication's Spring 2013 issue, this striking editorial shines a light on new wave menswear pics by wardrobe stylist Ignazio Arizmendi.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.3/10
- Popularity: 94% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Athletic Tailoring:** There is an opportunity for sportswear brands to blend traditional athletic wear with more tailored, refined cuts and designs for a unique and bold look.
- **Luxury Athletic Wear:** There is an opportunity for luxury fashion houses to create high-end athletic wear that combines sportswear comfort with luxurious materials and designs.
- **Mixed Sportswear Pairings:** There is an opportunity for stylists and designers to pair unlikely sportswear pieces together for a fresh, new wave approach to athletic fashion.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Sportswear:** Sportswear brands can capitalize on the trend towards high-end, tailored athletic wear.
- **Luxury Fashion:** Luxury fashion houses can expand their product lines to include high-end athletic wear.
- **Fashion Styling:** Fashion stylists can experiment with mixing and matching different athletic pieces to create innovative new looks.

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