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# Bright Sophisticated Fashion Lines
COS' Fall/Winter 2018 Collection is Bold, Striking and Elegant

By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-08 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-fashion-line
References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/cos-fw18-a-new-light/#slide-2) & [cosstores](https://www.cosstores.com/entrance.html?goeorguri=%2Fen_usd%2Findex.html)

Contemporary label [COS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cos-perfumery) drops its sophisticated fashion line and the offerings prove to be cheerfully bold. The brand maintains its ultra-elegant approach to clothing, as the silhouettes are exceptionally tailored and chic. For Fall/Winter 2018, COS diverts from its usual muted color palette preferences and infuses the classy garments with a pinch of bright nuances. Especially attention-captivating is the greenish-yellow color that adorns a big part of the sophisticated fashion line.

COS' Fall/Winter 2018 is said to be inspired by natural light and this is evident as the lookbook features a lush forest backdrop. As the garments stand out by way of their color and [clean-cut silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit), the consumer can easily envision possible stylings that will elevate the aesthetic of the outfit and definitely be a head-turner.

Photo Credits: COS/Lena Emery

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.8/10
- Popularity: 91% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Bright Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore sustainable and eco-friendly dyeing techniques to create vibrant and environmentally-conscious clothing.
- **Sophisticated Silhouettes:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Integrate advanced 3D printing technology to create intricate and customizable designs that enhance the elegance of garments.
- **Colorful Minimalism:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop innovative fabric materials that achieve vibrant colors while maintaining the minimalist aesthetic of clothing.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Use artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to personalize fashion recommendations based on individual style preferences and body measurements.
- **Textile:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Experiment with nanotechnology to create self-cleaning and stain-resistant fabrics, revolutionizing the durability and maintenance of clothing.
- **Retail:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Implement augmented reality (AR) technology in retail stores to offer virtual fitting rooms and interactive shopping experiences.

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