# Second Skin Suits Alba Prat's Laser-cut Neoprene Collection is Synthetically Stunning By Regan Canie | Published 2011-01-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-alba-prat-collection References: [infrabodies](http://www.infrabodies.com/laser-cut-neporene-fashion-by-alba-prat) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/43000797@N06/) The Alba Prat Collection is bringing new meaning to donning a suit, as her range of [laser-cut onesies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-neo-suit) look more runway-ready than street-chic. The Berlin-based fashion student released images of her structurally striking wetsuit-styled pieces and refers to “[synthetic oceans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocean-flex)” as her inspiration. The neoprene-newcomer drew from the pollution annually infiltrating our oceans, believing that underwater creatures are being covered in a layer of synthetic. Her suits act as a [second skin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanhug), creating eco-inspired protection pieces. Check out the rest of The Alba Prat Collection in the gallery! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Laser-cut Fashion:** Laser-cutting technology can be used in fashion design to create structurally striking and visually appealing garments. - **Eco-inspired Fashion:** There is an opportunity for designing fashionable garments that aim to protect the environment and raise awareness about pollution. - **Synthetic Oceans:** The concept of synthetic oceans can inspire innovation in various industries to develop sustainable solutions for ocean pollution. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** The fashion industry can explore the use of laser-cutting technology and eco-friendly materials to create unique and environmentally conscious clothing. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The sustainable fashion industry can leverage the concept of synthetic oceans to develop innovative designs and materials that reduce environmental impact. - **Environmental Technology:** The environmental technology industry can focus on developing advanced solutions to address ocean pollution, inspired by the concept of synthetic oceans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biomimetic Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonhuman-life.md) - [Sustainable Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia.md) - [Avant-Garde Biomimicry Fashion Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomimicry-fashion.md) - [Bespoke Scuba Diving Drysuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diving-drysuit.md) - [Wellness Focused Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathing-belle.md) - [Athletic-Inspired Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athleticinspired-clothing.md) - [Future-Facing Suit Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-neo-suit.md) - [Sustainable Ocean Waste Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocean-flex.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md)