# Vintage Themed Vibrant Clothing Stain Shade Launches its First LN-CC Capsule Full of Retro Looks By Amy Duong | Published 2020-09-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stain-shade References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/9/stain-shade-ln-cc-americana-vintage-patagonia-russell-athletic-clarks-originals-2020) & [ln-cc](https://www.ln-cc.com/en/brands/men/stain-shade/) Stain Shade introduces its latest collection that is exclusively designed for luxury retailer LN-CC. The wide range of goods spotlights upcycled construction using waste fashion materials from [Carhartt WIP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carhartt-wip-5). The result features bold designs that stem from a vintage design language and aesthetic. The inspiration specifically spotlights [vintage Harley Davidson graphic tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-made-drop), as well as Russell Athletic sweat pieces, and Patagonia flannel shirts. The overall capsule by Stain Shade is dominated by its signature unique hand-dyeing method that can be vibrantly seen across the collection. In addition to the apparel offerings, there is also a slew of accessories that come with the clothing. There are some HAND caps and a limited selection of Clarks Desert Boots. Image Credit: James Barber ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 9% - 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upcycling Retro Fashion:** Businesses in the fashion industry can innovate by creating collections that are both environmentally conscious and nostalgic by upcycling retro designs. - **Signature Hand-dyeing Methods:** Incorporating unique and eye-catching hand-dyeing methods in fashion design can offer businesses an innovative edge in the market. - **Limited Edition Accessories:** Offering limited edition accessories that complement fashion collections can add value to items and provide consumers a unique purchasing experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Stain Shade's capsule collection showcases that fashion brands can successfully merge sustainable practices and vintage aesthetics to create unique collections. - **Retail:** Retailers can differentiate themselves from competitors by offering limited edition collections and unique designs like Stain Shade's capsule. - **Footwear:** The inclusion of limited edition footwear like Clarks Desert Boots in Stain Shade's capsule shows an opportunity for footwear brands to collaborate and offer unique products to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Graphic Garment-Dyed Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-levis-1.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Accessible Nostalgic Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gap-and-den.md) - [Consumption-Inspired Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loutre-2.md) - [Urban Deconstructed Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louther-x-carhartt-wip-fw25.md) - [Motorsport-Inspired Premium Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpinestars.md) - [Vintage Style Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-made-drop.md) - [Retro Sports Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marty-supreme.md) - [Utility Street Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-x-neighborhood.md)