# Edgy Leather Gowns Fashion Blogger Outi Pyy Created This Recycled Jacket Gown By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2014-03-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outi-pyy References: [recyclart.org](http://www.recyclart.org/2014/03/recycled-leather-jacket-evening-gown/) & [outilespyy](http://outilespyy.com/2013/03/16/armada-on-auki/) Creator and fashion blogger 'Outi Pyy' is behind this glamorous punk gown, which was created using old [leather jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-cassie-sb). The length and look of this dress makes it seem elegant, but the material adds an edgy element to it. This recycled dress could definitely be described as rocker-chic. This look is essentially made up of tiny strips of leather from various jackets, some of which are covered in patterns. These strips are layered, which gives this dress a flirty ruffled appearance. Outi Pyy creates a lot of [DIY fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coachtopia-1), including this rebellious leather gown. This tight floor-length dress is designed to breathe better than regular leather apparel, which is a big bonus. Pyy's [recycled evening gown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endless-runway) is undeniably fit for a rock and roll princess. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Recycled Fashion:** Creating fashion pieces using repurposed materials, like this leather gown made from old jackets, offers opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly designs. - **DIY Fashion:** The rise of do-it-yourself fashion allows individuals to express their creativity and create unique pieces, such as this rebellious leather gown. - **Rocker-chic Style:** Fashion that combines elegance with edginess, like this leather gown, taps into the growing demand for alternative and unique styles. ### Where This Applies - **Sustainable Fashion:** The sustainable fashion industry can explore innovative ways to repurpose materials and create high-end fashion pieces, such as leather gowns made from recycled jackets. - **Fashion Blogging:** Fashion bloggers can capitalize on the DIY fashion trend by sharing unique creations, like this leather gown, and inspiring their audience to embrace their creativity. - **Alternative Fashion:** The alternative fashion industry can cater to the demand for rocker-chic styles by designing and producing edgy garments, such as this leather gown, that combine elegance and rebellion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit.md) - [Couture Ketchup Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-robe-ketchup.md) - [Upcycled Tent Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-festival-waste.md) - [Architectural Leather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-cassie-sb.md) - [Eco-Friendly Luxury Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-dresses.md) - [Versatile Sculptural Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhabit-collection.md) - [Leather Motto Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-motto-jackets.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md)