# Chic Slacks Patrick Robinson is Bringing Attention to Gap's Non-Denim Pants By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-08-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-robinson References: [nylonmag](http://www.nylonmag.com/?section=article&parid=5035) & [gap](http://www.gap.com/) Head fashion designer for the [Gap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dapper-dan-1), Patrick Robinson, is bringing attention to the [clothing store's newest trend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gapstudio) -- slacks. The collection includes various styles and colors including black, gray, khaki, cropped, flare, anti-fit and skinny. Will Patrick Robinson and his crew be able to shed light on slacks in the industry? Certainly. Anything Audrey Hepburn would wear gets a gold star. Plus, [skinny jeans are overplayed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/501-curve) anyway. **Implications** - Consumers are looking for both comfort and chic in their clothing choices. With so many things to do in the day, modern customers want to look their best while completing everything. Designers could keep in mind this desire for fashionable choices that also feel good when worn to attract more shoppers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Comfortable Fashion:** Designers could capitalize on the trend of consumers seeking comfortable and chic clothing options. - **Versatile Styles:** Offering a variety of styles, such as cropped, flare, anti-fit, and skinny, can attract more shoppers. - **Non-denim Pants:** The attention brought to non-denim pants, like slacks, presents an opportunity for designers and retailers to tap into this market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can embrace the trend of comfortable fashion to create stylish yet comfortable clothing options. - **Retail:** Retailers can promote and showcase a variety of versatile styles to meet the demand of modern customers. - **Apparel Manufacturing:** The rise in popularity of non-denim pants presents an opportunity for apparel manufacturers to diversify their product offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Easygoing Denim Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snugfit-denim.md) - [Tailored Slacks-Like Sweatpants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straight-leg-sweatpant.md) - [Designer-Approved Western Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dapper-dan-1.md) - [Fall Denim Style Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-denim-styles.md) - [Trend-Driven Shaping Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spanxshape-authentic-360-denim.md) - [Brand Refresh Preview Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheap-monday-event.md) - [Tailored Americana Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gapstudio.md) - [Size-Inclusive Organic Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sizeinclusive-organic-jeans.md) - [One-Legged Luxury Fashion Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onelegged-jean.md)