# Soccer Schoolboy Fashion The Referee 2011 SS Line Infuses Prep With Sport for Timeless Looks By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-02-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/referee-2011 References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/02/referee-2011-springsummer-collection/) & [papamamason](http://www.papamamason.com/) The Referee 2011 Spring/Summer collection is a brilliant combination that is perfect for the upcoming warmer months. The line infuses [Ivy League prep](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-2) with [vintage soccer player looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truly-hardseltzer). The Referee 2011 Spring Summer line is a look back at when soccer was first played and becoming big in Europe. The Hong Kong company fuses [elegant blazer and tops with loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poison-ivy-collection) and pair of knee-high soccer socks. The look may not be for everyone, but it is definitely a sensible choice for a timeless look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sports-inspired Fashion:** The fusion of elements from different sports with fashion presents an opportunity to create unique and compelling clothing lines. - **Vintage Fashion:** Incorporating vintage elements into contemporary fashion offerings offers a chance to tap into nostalgia and create a unique aesthetic. - **Preppy Fashion:** Revitalizing preppy fashion trends allows for a fresh take on timeless, classic clothing styles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion designers have the opportunity to innovate and push boundaries by incorporating elements of sports, vintage styles, and preppy looks into their clothing lines. - **Sports Apparel:** Sportswear companies can expand their offerings by incorporating preppy and vintage elements into their clothing lines, creating a fusion of different styles. - **Athletic Footwear:** Athletic footwear companies can capitalize on the trend of vintage sports-inspired fashion by creating updated versions of retro soccer and athletic shoes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soccer Jersey-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciagas-soccer-series.md) - [Old-School Soccer Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/90sinspired-soccer-collection.md) - [Traditional Football-Themed Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitre-and-lack.md) - [80s Football-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-team-dressers.md) - [Sporty Terrace Culture Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lyle-scott1.md) - [Sportwear Celebrity Fusion Tease](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skylrk-x-adidas.md) - [Vintage Sportswear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-mls.md) - [Italian-Inspired Football Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-of-football-2.md) - [Football-Inspired Retro Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbro-3.md)