# Casual Militaristic Spring Apparel The ROTOL Spring/Summer 2021 Range Explores Militaria Looks By Amy Duong | Published 2021-02-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotol-spring References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/2/rotol-spring-summer-2021-collection-lookbook) The ROTOL Spring/Summer 2021 collection was recently unveiled and the Japanese brand explores militaristic tropes as the design influence. The capsule features items such as [field jackets, cargo pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-sailcloth-tanker-jacket), and more -- many of these nod to the 90s and create a casual energy to the apparel through the relaxed shapes. The capsule delivers a wide selection of baggy silhouettes including tees that are elevated through minimal patterning. This includes some overdyed elements or stripe patterns. This is paired with some [layering silhouettes including anoraks, blazers, cardigans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke), and more. These are made using [weather resistant fabrication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roa-and-tilak) to withstand terrain. Notably, technical fabrics that are used offer quick drying sensibilities alongside the lightweight organic cotton and linen. Image Credit: ROTOL ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Militaristic Streetwear:** Opportunity to explore a fusion of militaristic aesthetic and streetwear for a unique fashion niche. - **Baggy Silhouettes:** Opportunity to design oversized and relaxed fit clothing to cater to a growing demand for comfort and casual wear. - **Technical Fabrication:** Opportunity to explore innovative materials for fashion that offer functional properties such as quick drying and resistance to weather. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity to incorporate militaristic aesthetic, oversized clothing, and technical fabrics to create more versatile and functional fashion. - **Streetwear:** Opportunity to create a unique niche by combining militaristic influences with streetwear style and oversized silhouettes. - **Outdoor Apparel:** Opportunity to incorporate necessary functional properties such as weather resistance and quick drying into outdoor apparel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spring-Ready Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpha-industries-2.md) - [Rugged Winter-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-collection-2.md) - [Laid-Back Modernwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digawel-springsummer-2026.md) - [Militant Springtime Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-sailcloth-tanker-jacket.md) - [Versatile Summer-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1.md) - [Layered Utility Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke.md) - [Seasonal Change Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transition-collection.md) - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Utility-Inspired Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khakis.md)