# Asymmetrical Business Couture Stella McCartney's Ready-To-Wear Line Offers Officewear with an Edge By Jessica Dafoe | Published 2015-03-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stella-mccartney-ready-to-wear References: [style](http://www.style.com/slideshows/fashion-shows/fall-2015-ready-to-wear/stella-mccartney/collection/42) & [stellamccartney](http://www.stellamccartney.com/ca) Stella McCartney's Fall 2015 collection oozes the very characteristic that all attribute to the reputable designer's aesthetic: effortless. The pieces appear [all business-appropriate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12th-tribe-x-corporate-natalie), yet upon an inspection of necklines and hems, pleating and [original knits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerisma-knits), asymmetrical structures and sheer fabrics, the elements of fun and frivolity take the stage. Though McCartney fell to using [basic black](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-waight-keller) within her fall line, it is far from dull as is often associated with the shade. She was sure to allow the pieces to stand out by adding paper-bag waistbands, deep cuffs, one-sleeved knits and sheer, flowing fabrics to the ensembles. All remain entirely suitable for the office yet were dotted with quirky finishing touches that make the line a total breath of fresh air among other designer's line that found themselves redundant and commonplace. The silhouettes presented in the line appear to have a quality to them as if they are meant to unravel and be a multipurpose piece for both work and play -- a fluidity for the wearer of the ensemble. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Asymmetrical Structures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to incorporate asymmetrical designs into traditional business attire. - **Sheer Fabrics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop office-appropriate clothing using sheer fabrics for a more modern and fashion-forward look. - **Quirky Finishing Touches:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Add unique and unexpected details to traditional office wear to create a sense of individuality and playfulness. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative designs and materials into the fashion industry to redefine office attire. - **Textile:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new techniques for creating sheer fabrics that are suitable for professional settings. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a niche market for office wear that incorporates asymmetrical structures and quirky finishing touches. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Fashionable Technical Sportswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stella-mccartneys-2024.md) - [Chic Corporate-Inspired Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-hours-collection.md) - [Curated Workwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petal-and-pups.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Executive Workwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12th-tribe-x-corporate-natalie.md) - [Transitional Wardrobe Range](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mm6-maison-margiela-prefall.md)