# Timeless Knitwear Editorials The Ones 2 Watch Closet Romantic Image Series Boasts Preppy Menswear By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-02-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/preppy-menswear-editorial References: [theones2watch](http://theones2watch.com/newwave/men/21020/) & [theones2watch](http://theones2watch.com) Photographer Lucie Hugary captures 'Closet Romantic', an editorial that highlights an array of preppy menswear looks. The photoshoot references sporty and classically elegant styles and connects them through luxe, wool materials. The Ones 2 Watch exclusive features Carson Hiner at [Next Miami](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/culture-festival) and is outfitted by wardrobe stylist Omar Thomas. The model dons a wardrobe of [oversized sweaters, wooly jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herdsman-sweater-collection) and sporty caps from a variety of luxury labels including Saint Laurent, Marc Jacobs and Calvin Klein among other names. Grooming for this series is courtesy of [Redken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hair-bandage-balm) hair stylist Heather Blaine who creates a clean-cut and youthful look for Carson. The Ones 2 Watch 'Closet Romantic' editorial celebrates understated and preppy menswear staples and proves that timeless elegance never goes out of fashion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Preppy Menswear:** The trend of preppy menswear emphasizes the need for clothing lines to focus on preppy wear. - **Luxury Knitwear:** The trend of luxury knitwear presents an opportunity for clothing lines to focus on creating high-quality knitwear for both men and women. - **Understated Elegance:** The trend of understated elegance can be incorporated by clothing lines in their designs for both formal and casual wear. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can leverage the preppy menswear trend to create clothing lines that appeal to men who value classic looks with a modern edge. - **Luxury Clothing Industry:** The luxury clothing industry can benefit from the trend of luxury knitwear by creating high-quality knitwear that complements their existing product lines. - **Retail Industry:** The retail industry can capitalize on the trend of understated elegance by incorporating this trend into their product offerings and marketing campaigns to appeal to consumers looking for timeless fashion pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Premium Menswear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-staples-remastered-collection.md) - [Understated Men's Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herdsman-sweater-collection.md) - [Tailored Apparel Line-Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/west-coast-ivy-collection.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Minimalist Wardrobe Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-core.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md) - [Modern Sport-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-wardrobing.md) - [Americana-Inspired Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origin-stories-americana.md)