# Barnacle Knitwear Martello's Marine-Inspired Sculptural Collection By Cowbag | Published 2009-01-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-knit-wear-martellos-marine-inspired-collection References: [thefashionbirdcage](http://www.thefashionbirdcage.com/fashionbirdcage-home/2008/12/17/fashions-new-architect-mr-crochet.html) & [createurs-de-mode](http://www.createurs-de-mode.com/mistercrochet/) These crocheted designs from Stephane Martello are nothing short of mind-blowing. Martello is inspired by nature and the gallery clearly shows how he has been influenced by seashells and barnacles in these astonishing [architectural cardigans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-solana). All of the pieces are unisex and Stephane Martello aims to combine [architecture and knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eloise-wool-sweater) in order to create wearable works of art. **Implications** - The ocean is a perennial source of fashion inspiration, but the recession has caused designers to look for more unconventional sea creatures to emulate. Barnacles, crustaceans known for their tenacious, filter-feeding nature, are ideal muses to inspire fashion designers to persevere and make the best of any opportunity to stand out against the crowd. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Unconventional Sea Creature Fashion:** Fashion designers are finding inspiration in unconventional sea creatures, such as barnacles, to create unique and standout designs. - **Architectural Knitwear:** The combination of architecture and knitwear is creating sculptural and wearable works of art in the fashion industry. - **Nature-inspired Fashion:** Designers are drawing inspiration from nature, particularly the ocean and its organisms, to create stunning and innovative fashion pieces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can explore the use of unconventional sea creatures and architectural elements in their designs to create unique and eye-catching collections. - **Knitwear Manufacturing:** Knitwear manufacturers have the opportunity to collaborate with designers in creating architecturally-inspired clothing that merges art and fashion. - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can offer consumers nature-inspired fashion pieces, such as barnacle-inspired cardigans, to cater to the demand for unique and creative designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Arty Knitwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arty-knitwear.md) - [Classic Fisherman-Inspired Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seafarer-cotton-sweaters.md) - [Biomimetic Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonhuman-life.md) - [Shell-Like Structural Wall Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barnacle-wall-sconce.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Collaborative Hand-Knit Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macmahon-knitting-mills-and-beams.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Hand- Knitted Joint Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-x-macmahon-knitting-mills.md) - [Grass Root-Made Sculptural Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootfull.md)