The Sibling Spring/Summer 2015 collection took to the runway stage at the London Collections: Men presentations where it stunned audience members with an aesthetic that fused punk and tribal references.
This conceptual presentation gained visual inspiration from ethnic African attire, Native American headdresses and a punk rocker aesthetic that fuses Mohawk hair looks with eye-catching streetwear ensembles.
The Sibling Spring/Summer 2015 menswear collection defies tradition and is a fresh take on urban tribalism. During the collection's reveal, models took to the runway stage in garments made of colored hair strands, wool, mesh and leather. The result is an avant-garde translation of ethnic motifs that are revealed through a range of costume-inspired looks, headdress accessories and netted mask pieces.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Urban Tribalism
- Opportunity to create fashion collections that fuse ethnic and urban elements, challenging traditional aesthetics.
- Punk-rocker Aesthetic
- Chance to incorporate rebellious punk elements into fashion designs, adding edge to streetwear ensembles.
- Avant-garde Translation
- Potential to push boundaries by creating innovative garments that translate ethnic motifs into unconventional, costume-inspired looks.
Where This Applies
- Fashion Design
- Fashion designers can embrace the urban tribalism trend by creating collections that mix ethnic and urban elements, appealing to consumers seeking alternative aesthetics.
- Streetwear
- Opportunity for streetwear brands to incorporate punk elements into their designs, appealing to consumers who value rebellious and edgy fashion.
- Art and Performance
- Artists and performers can explore the avant-garde translation trend by incorporating ethnic motifs into their costumes and pieces, pushing the boundaries of traditional aesthetics.
