# Granny Prepster Looks United Bamboo Resort 2011 is a Medley of Smart Ensembles By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-08-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-bamboo-resort-2011 References: [thefader](http://www.thefader.com/2010/08/03/united-bamboo-resort-2011/) & [unitedbamboo](http://www.unitedbamboo.com/) The [United Bamboo Resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-arrows-1) 2011 collection is a medley of smart ensembles that mix-and-match grandma-inspired patterns, prepster tailoring and an overall independent artist frame of mind. The collection is for the hip young urbanite professional -- those that work in galleries, clothing boutiques or small publishing companies. Check out the featured gallery for the United Bamboo Resort 2011 collection, which is filled with florals, [tailored trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026) and pastel hues. **Implications** - The recent recession prompted customers to shop in more affordable vintage and thrift stores. A resurgence of [vintage fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection) has emerged because of this, allowing consumers to own products with rare and antique qualities. The fashion industry should develop designs with retro features to appeal to fashion-conscious demographics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Fashion:** Develop designs with retro features to appeal to fashion-conscious demographics. - **Mix-and-match Ensembles:** Create garments that allow for easy mixing and matching of patterns and styles. - **Independent Artist Style:** Embrace the independent artist frame of mind in fashion designs and marketing strategies. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry should develop designs with retro features. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the mix-and-match trend by offering versatile garments. - **Publishing:** Publishing companies can appeal to the hip young urbanite professional with independent artist-inspired fashion collaborations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Scrapbook-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-class-uniform.md) - [Print-Forward Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Bold Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-fw25.md) - [Gingham-Forward Apparel Edits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-amorys-gingham-edit.md) - [Optimistic Fashion Brand Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brand-homecoming.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md) - [Refined Utility Tailoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026.md)