# Minimal Technical Luxe Fashion Stone Island Recently Dropped Its Shadow Project Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2019-08-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-project-collection References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/7/stone-island-shadow-project-fall-winter-2019-collection-lookbook) & [stoneisland](https://www.stoneisland.co.uk/collections/stone-island-shadow-project/autumn-winter_19) Stone Island recently unveiled its Shadow Project collection for the Fall/Winter 2019 season and it features elevated fabrication and [technical designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cp-company-2) for the colder weather. The range boasts an overall [minimal design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1) and highlights innovative fabrication such as the dual grid nylon. It is a dual-layered fabric that has been garment dyed, blending together rip-stop polyurethane with another layer of rip-stop nylon to deliver an industrial finish. Additional fabric updates include the SPM Chine, which is a special rip-stop blend that features polyester and wool that has a glitchy graphic specifically designed for the Fall/Winter 2019 season. A notable piece from the capsule is the slip-on boots made from [leather materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-leather-organza) and feature a contrasting print design at the front. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimal Technical Fashion:** Brands can explore using elevated fabrication and technical designs for simple yet innovative designs. - **Dual-layer Fabrics:** The use of dual-layered fabrics that combine different materials for a unique finish can stand out in the market for fashion and industrial products. - **Glitchy Graphics on Fabrics:** Designing glitchy graphic textures on fabrics can create unique and innovative designs in the fashion industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can utilize technical and elevated fabrication designs to stand out in the market. - **Industrial Materials:** Companies can explore the use of dual-layered fabrics for industrial products that require durability and innovation. - **Footwear:** Shoe companies can experiment with contrasting print designs on slip-on boots to create unique and trendy designs for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Subterranean-Inspired Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-island-marina-aw25.md) - [Exclusive Luxe Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-and-stone-island.md) - [Satellite Imagery Winter Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-island-earth-mapping-camouflage.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [LNY-Inspired Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake-collection-1.md) - [Ultra-Thin Functional Leather Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-leather-organza.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Metal-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-islands-metal-mesh-jacket.md) - [Urban Functional Fall Techwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cp-company-2.md)