# Collaborative Skate-Inspired Clothing Lines Vans and Lazy Oaf's Line is Filled with Bold Patterns By Ell Smith | Published 2018-04-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-and-lazy-oaf References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2018/4/vans-lazy-oaf-collaboration-gemma-shiel) & [vans](https://www.vans.com/article_detail/lazy-oaf.html) Fashion-forward consumers adored the collaborative [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-and-papergirl) and Lazy Oaf skate shoes and now the two brands have released the color-filled clothing that's available with the rest of the line. This line is filled with vibrant colors and audacious patterns, offering something fashionable for those looking to stand out from the crowd. The offerings are perfect for the spring season as standouts include a checkered mini skirt, a cozy light pink hoodie that boasts [Vans' 'Off the Wall' logo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-x-pop-mart) on the back, a black tee that reads 'Sorry I'm Late,' socks with pink detailing and more. This line embodies both brands' aesthetics and would appeal to those with a more laid-back and casual style. Image Credit: Vans ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Collaborative Fashion Lines:** Fashion brands are teaming up to create unique and bold clothing lines that appeal to consumers looking for something out of the ordinary. - **Colorful and Patterned Clothing:** Fashion brands are incorporating vibrant colors and audacious patterns into their clothing lines, catering to consumers who want to make a statement with their style. - **Skate-inspired Fashion:** Skate culture is inspiring fashion brands to create clothing lines that capture the laid-back and casual aesthetic associated with skateboarding. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry has the opportunity to collaborate with other brands and create unique clothing lines that appeal to bold and fashion-forward consumers. - **Streetwear Industry:** The streetwear industry can incorporate colorful and patterned designs into their clothing lines, attracting consumers who want to make a bold and edgy fashion statement. - **Skateboarding Industry:** The skateboarding industry can partner with fashion brands to create skate-inspired clothing lines that reflect the culture and style of skateboarding. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textural Collaborative Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-1.md) - [Café Collaborative Skate Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-and-papergirl.md) - [Bright Collaborative Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-rowley.md) - [Patterned Monochormatic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-girl.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md) - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Heritage-Honoring Collaborative Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuct-collaboration.md)