# Tech-Inspired Menswear The Number:Lab 2013 Spring Collection is Forward-Thinking Fashion By Trenton Millar | Published 2012-09-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/numberlab-2013 References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/09/numberlab-2013-spring-collection) & [number-lab](https://number-lab.com/) The Number:Lab 2013 Spring collection keeps to the brand's mantra of creating "tech and tailored sportswear for men." The line is built for "tech-savvy, athletically minded men constantly on the go," according to the site. The clothes do a great job of mixing style and function in a way that makes leading a busy life a little easier. The futuristic [tech-inspired clothing collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5) was designed by Luis M. Fernandez and Greg Lawrance. The designers use color blocking and patterns to create modern geometric looks. The blue-hued color palette and stripes add a [nautical splash](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-springsummer-2026) to the collection as well. The apparel is made from lightweight engineered fabrics, such as seersucker and gingham. The best thing about this collection is the [versatility of the clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1). The Number:Lab 2013 Spring collection can be worn while you ride your bike to the office, at your work and to the gym. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Tech-inspired Menswear:** The integration of technology in menswear fashion is disrupting the traditional clothing industry by appealing to tech-savvy and athletically minded consumers. - **Color Blocking and Patterns:** The use of color blocking and modern geometric patterns is disrupting traditional menswear fashion by adding a fresh and futuristic feel to clothing design. - **Lightweight Engineered Fabrics:** The use of lightweight engineered fabrics, such as seersucker and gingham, is disrupting traditional menswear fashion by creating clothes that are functional and comfortable for men on the go. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore the use of technology and engineered fabrics in menswear design to appeal to the modern and on-the-go consumer market. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear companies can incorporate color blocking and modern geometric patterns into their designs to create a futuristic and athletic feel for their clothing lines. - **Athletic Apparel:** Athletic apparel companies can explore the use of lightweight engineered fabrics to create clothing that is functional and comfortable for people with busy and active lifestyles. ## 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 Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-1.md) - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Tech Brand Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-apparel.md) - [Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-5.md) - [Layered Utility Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke.md) - [Fall-Ready Weatherized Advanced Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartwarming-lifetech-wear.md) - [Modern Tailored Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26.md)