# Dapper Old-School Fashions The Paul Smith GQ Japan Shoot Revisits Classic Menswear By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-11-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-smith-gq-japan References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2010/11/gq-japan-the-letter-from-him-by-paul-smith/) & [mensmodelstalk.blog8.fc2](http://mensmodelstalk.blog8.fc2.com/blog-entry-3477.html) This [Paul Smith](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-paul-smith-bn0279) GQ Japan editorial called 'The Letter' blends classic men's style with slim modern cuts to achieve a "best of both worlds" feel. My favorite part of the Paul Smith GQ Japan pictorial is the way the accessories were used to compliment the outfits. The [plaid scarves, fedoras, pageboy caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baracuta-x-barbour) and colorful leather gloves provide the perfect punch to the already stellar styling of this spread, making this entire compilation both classy and mesmerizing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Classic Menswear:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the menswear industry by combining classic styles with modern cuts. - **Accessories as Statement:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion accessories industry by creating bold and complementary pieces that elevate classic outfits. - **Mixing Old and New:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by seamlessly blending old-school fashion with contemporary elements. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Menswear:** The menswear industry can capitalize on the trend of blending classic styles with modern cuts to create new and appealing clothing lines. - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can disrupt the market by producing unique and eye-catching pieces that enhance classic outfits. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry as a whole has the potential to innovate by combining old-school fashion with contemporary elements to create fresh and exciting collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Evolutionary Menswear Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ss-daley-1.md) - [Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-men.md) - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Scrapbook-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-class-uniform.md) - [Elegant Men's Formalwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-victor1.md) - [Tailored Apparel Line-Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/west-coast-ivy-collection.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Bold Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-fw25.md)