# Race Car Fashion Ensembles Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2018 Takes Cues from 'The Fast and the Furious' By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-02-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/race-car-fashion References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/prison-bae-tommy-hilfiger-ss18/) & [vogue](https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2018-ready-to-wear/tommy-hilfiger/slideshow/collection#18) The Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2018 collection debuted on the runway and carried a distinct urban race car fashion element with its dominant color, pattern and textile palettes. The capsule is dubbed 'Drive' and is the byproduct of the label's official partnership with Formula One champions [Mercedes-AMG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-petronas-f1). From mesh jersey crop tops that boast a 'Speed Winner' graphic to race flag checkering, the 2018 Ready-to-Wear capsule boasts dynamic motifs in the classic Tommy Hilfiger color combination of red, blue and white. The Spring 2018 race car fashion styles were debuted on the runway by Jeremy Meeks -- the gang-member-turned-supermodel, as well as American sweetheart Gigi Hadid, who headlined the Milan fashion show with a crop top and cobalt-colored leather racing pants. Photo Credits: Luca Tombolini/ Indigital.tv ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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's Driving This Trend - **Urban Race Car Fashion:** Opportunity to create branded fashion collections inspired by the car-racing culture and style - **Dynamic Motifs for Fashion:** Opportunity to incorporate bold patterns and graphics into clothing collections - **Athletic-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity to introduce sporty elements into everyday clothing for a more active lifestyle ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion designers and retailers can explore new, experimental design trends inspired by the race car fashion elements - **Automotive:** Automakers and car racing brands can collaborate with fashion companies to create branded clothing lines that enhance their image - **Sports Goods:** Sports goods manufacturers can create apparel and accessories providing sports-inspired lifestyles that incorporate race car fashion styles for added flair and diversity ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Performance Racewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-petronas-f1.md) - [Motorsport-Style Joint Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-x-toyota-gazoo.md) - [Toy Car-Inspired Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-and-maje.md) - [Striking Motorsport-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/las-vegas-grand-prix.md) - [Vintage Co-Branded Racing Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-5.md) - [Sporty Striking Racing Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f1-team-kit.md) - [Motorsports-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-4.md) - [Motorsport-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anti-social-social-club-and-goodyear.md) - [Formula 1-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formula-1inspired-apparel-malbon-golf-creates-a-formula-1-collection-for-th.md)