# Refined Casualwear Collections FME Apparel Boasts Breezy and Elegant Everyday Wear By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-04-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refined-casual-wear References: [fmeapparel.au](http://fmeapparel.com.au/?utm_source=The+Daily+Good&utm_campaign=44c5cbede4-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_03_23&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_cfbed2f865-44c5cbede4-145553441) FME Apparel is a Melbourne-based fashion label that manufactures refined casualwear that is whimsical, bold, carefree and comfortable. The garments are produced locally with an emphasis on [organic fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlos-2025-springsummer) and poetic inspiration. FME Apparel's refined casualwear collections are centered around [great comfort and adorable style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lazy-daze-collection). For example, the peach Winter Stellar Pant offers a wide-leg fit with a slightly dropped crotch. Made out of linen, the piece would go smashingly with the similarly colored Buttoned Blouse that boasts a button-up design on the back. The garments in FME Apparel's Autumn 2018 collection offer the perfect opportunity for consumers to support a small independent business, whose fashion merit is noticeably expressed in its clothing silhouettes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Local and Organic Fabric:** Fashion labels that focus on locally made products and organic fabrics as a unique selling point will gain a competitive edge. - **Comfortable Chic:** Apparel lines that prioritize comfort and ease of wear, while also showcasing unique silhouettes can gain popularity among fashion-conscious consumers. - **Independent Fashion:** Independent fashion brands offer a chance for consumers to support small businesses and stand out with unique and carefully crafted collections. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry can benefit from incorporating unique fabric materials, offering loose and comfortable silhouettes, and supporting independent and small fashion businesses. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The rise of sustainable fashion and eco-friendly manufacturing practices in the apparel industry can support the use of organic and locally-made materials. - **Small Business Retail:** The growing popularity of supporting small and independent fashion retailers can create opportunities for emerging businesses like FME Apparel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spring-Ready Technical Danish Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fce-2.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Timelessly Charming Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mi-amor-collection.md) - [Cozy Fall-Centric Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-mountain.md) - [Refined Utility Tailoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026.md) - [Minimal Tailored Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galilee-by-sea.md) - [Seaside-Influenced Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fort-2.md) - [Versatile Sportswear Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reigning-champ-fw24-collection.md) - [Australian Linen Garment Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-the-label.md)