# 50s-Inspired Frocks The Proenza Schouler Spring 2011 is for the Edgy Lady By Meghan Young | Published 2010-09-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proenza-schouler-spring-2011 References: [fabsugar](http://www.fabsugar.com/Spring-2011-New-York-Fashion-Week-Proenza-Schouler-11034919) & [proenzaschouler](http://www.proenzaschouler.com) It's all about being a lady next year -- at least according to the [Proenza Schouler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proenza-schouler1) Spring 2011 collection. Filled with [50s-inspired fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow), there's no doubting this vibe of propriety. This respected design house has certainly not lost its edge. The Proenza Schouler Spring 2011 collection is imbued with [vibrant colors, textures and cuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection) that will make eyes gleam rather than gloss over when they set upon someone strutting down the street in these new feathers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Retro Fashion:** The 50s-inspired fashion trend is making a comeback, presenting opportunities for brands to create modern interpretations of classic styles. - **Edgy Elegance:** The Proenza Schouler Spring 2011 collection showcases how edgy and sophisticated can coexist, opening doors for designers to merge contrasting aesthetics. - **Nostalgic Fashion:** The revival of retro fashion in the Proenza Schouler Spring 2011 collection taps into consumers' desire for nostalgia, providing opportunities for brands to evoke sentimental feelings through their designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of 50s-inspired fashion to captivate consumers with unique and nostalgic designs. - **Design:** In the design industry, there is potential to push boundaries by combining edgy and elegant elements in creative and thought-provoking ways. - **Retail:** Retailers can tap into the appeal of nostalgic fashion to attract customers looking for a blend of modern and vintage styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Art Gallery-Inspired Luxury Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proenza-schouler1.md) - [Optimistic Fashion Brand Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brand-homecoming.md) - [Spring Fashion Blooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025.md) - [Effortlessly Elegant Womenswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-springsummer-2024.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Romantic Pre-Spring Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-sunny-1.md)