# Dapper Tarzan Fashions The Paul Smith FW 2012 Collection is Rugged Yet Tailored By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-01-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-smith-fw-2012 References: [homotography.blogspot](http://homotography.blogspot.com/2012/01/paul-smith-man-fall-winter-2012-2013.html) & [paulsmith](http://www.paulsmith.co.uk/paul-smith-world/history/) The Paul Smith FW 2012 collection features a slew of textures and prints. The Paul Smith collection is a very wild mix of rugged and tailored. The show looks as if someone tried to urbanize Tarzan. With shimmery scale sweaters, wildly printed pants and disheveled beards, the looks cry 70s gutter-rocker. Memorable features include shiny platformed shoes, jewel-toned cuffs and neon detailing. The Paul Smith FW 2012 collection is a fun gamble for the advanced fashion aficionado; while not for everyone, fashionisto risk takers are sure to enjoy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 - **Rugged-tailored Fashion:** Design clothing with an edgy mix of rough and refined touches for the fashionisto risk takers. - **70s-inspired Prints:** Incorporate bold and bright prints for a retro feel that stands out from modern fashion trends. - **Neon Accents:** Incorporate eye-catching neon details to elevate any outfit with a pop of color. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Creations of rugged-tailored fashion, 70s-inspired prints and neon accents help disrupt regular fashion designs. - **Footwear:** Experiment with platformed shoes to develop designs that cater to fashionista risk takers looking for unique and daring footwear. - **Accessories:** Use jewel-toned cuffs and other striking accessories to create visually captivating pieces that take style in a fresh direction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Evolutionary Menswear Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ss-daley-1.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md) - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Outdoor-Ready Luxurious Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-3.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Bold Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-fw25.md) - [Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-ii-collection.md)