# Seafaring Men's Fashion The Vanishing Elephant Spring 2010 Collection Has Clear Sailing Ahead By Alex Scott | Published 2010-03-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanishing-elephant-spring-2010-collection References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2010/03/11/vanishing-elephant-spring-and-fall-2010-collections/) & [vanishingelephant](http://vanishingelephant.com/) Other than [Nautica](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nautica-grooming-collection), it's hard to find a men's clothing line that features [sea-themed clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seafarer-cotton-sweaters) yet is still very stylish. There's something about clothes that look sail-ready that I just can't quite put my finger on. I think it's that every guy, deep down inside, wants to be a rugged ocean explorer. The Vanishing Elephant Spring 2010 Collection gets you halfway there. With a look that features both an element of relaxed and formal, with a bit of an edge to it, the Vanishing Elephant Spring 2010 Collection will be hard to beat as the next big [maritime-themed line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-watersports-collegiate-prep). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 - **Maritime-themed Fashion:** Opportunity for new clothing lines that combine sea-inspired elements with stylish designs. - **Relaxed-formal Fashion:** Potential for clothing lines that blend casual and formal elements, appealing to consumers seeking versatile wardrobe options. - **Edge-inspired Fashion:** Space for clothing lines that incorporate edgy elements, offering a unique and daring style. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for fashion brands to explore and capitalize on the maritime-themed fashion trend. - **Luxury Fashion Industry:** Potential for luxury fashion brands to create relaxed-formal collections, catering to consumers seeking high-quality, versatile clothing options. - **Streetwear Industry:** Space for streetwear brands to incorporate edgy and daring elements into their designs, attracting consumers looking for unique and unconventional fashion styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Coastal Utility Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-springsummer-2026.md) - [Sailing Race-Inspired Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/americas-cup-barcelona.md) - [Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-3.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Bold Playful Summer Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duvin-design-co.md) - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Seaside-Influenced Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fort-2.md) - [Summer-Ready Utilitarian Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hh118389225-2.md) - [Vintage Miami Beachwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-2024-menswear-collection.md)