# Color Contrasting Cardigans The Orley Fall/Winter 2012 Line Has Bright Colors and Bold Patterns By Trenton Millar | Published 2012-09-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orley-fallwinter-2012 References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2012/09/07/orley-fallwinter-2012-knitwear-collection) & [orley.us](http://orley.us/) The Orley Fall/Winter 2012 collection contains a lot of knitwear that is just what the doctor ordered to keep you warm as the inevitable transition from summer to winter takes place. The New York brand's collection is inspired by [20th century art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-x-uniqlo-winter-2025) and the Canadian outdoors. The variety of knitwear in the Orley Fall/Winter 2012 collection is impressive. The line includes cardigans, crew neck sweaters, scarves and beanies (in Canada we call them toques). Bright, contrasting colors are used in bold designs. These very graphic patterns are eye-catching, but not too over-the-top. The [cable knit crew neck sweater](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eloise-wool-sweater) is a more subdued design as opposed to the others because not everyone wants to wear a bright blue and orange cardigan. The Orley Fall/Winter 2012 collection is currently available at Union Los Angeles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Colorful Knitwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of vibrant and eye-catching knitwear that stands out from traditional designs. - **Graphic Patterns:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop bold and visually striking patterns for knitwear that appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Seasonal Transition Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design versatile and stylish clothing options that seamlessly bridge the gap between summer and winter seasons. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce technological advancements, such as smart textiles or sustainable manufacturing practices, to revolutionize the fashion industry. - **Textile:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative fabrics and materials that enhance the comfort, performance, and aesthetic appeal of knitwear. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new retail experiences, such as personalized online shopping platforms or immersive in-store environments, to enhance the customer journey. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Arty Knitwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arty-knitwear.md) - [Cozy Versatile Sweater Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunette-the-label-2.md) - [Comfortable Sophisticated Knit Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerisma-knits.md) - [Understated Festive Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christina-fair-isle-cardigan.md) - [Elevated Seasonal Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-knit.md) - [Versatile Layering Cardigans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-bandits-phoebe-cardigan.md) - [Handcrafted Fall Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-solana.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md)