# North African-Inspired Capsules The New Zac Zac Posen Series Uses Eclectic North African Textiles By Amy Duong | Published 2018-02-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zac-zac-posen References: [wwd](http://wwd.com/runway/fall-2018/new-york/zac-zac-posen/review/) The new Zac Zac Posen Fall 2018 collection blends both glamour and functionality. The fashion label aims to deliver stylish pieces without compromising accessibility. There is a lot of depth and dimension incorporated into this new capsule, taking strong influence from [North African textiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abaya-capsule) and eclecticism. By implementing these inspirations, the label takes a very subtle approach -- the capsule features [eased black lace caftans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lisous-empire-collection), dramatic sleeves and graphic lace embellishments. The Zac Zac Posen Fall 2018 collection offers a range of garments that include skirts, high and low hemmed pants, a wide range of dresses, accessories and many transitional pieces adaptable in both work and social environments. The accessories include sunglasses and [embellished shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sacai-holiday-2025) that match the apparel. Image Credit: Zac Zac Posen ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eclectic North African Textiles:** Opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate unique and vibrant North African textiles into their collections, adding depth and dimension to their designs. - **Subtle Approach to Incorporating Inspirations:** Chance for brands to take a more subtle approach when incorporating cultural inspirations into their products, creating a more nuanced and sophisticated aesthetic. - **Transitional Pieces for Work and Social Environments:** Potential for brands to create versatile garments and accessories that can seamlessly transition from work to social settings, providing convenience for consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion designers to explore the use of eclectic North African textiles in their collections, offering unique and vibrant designs to consumers. - **Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory brands to create sunglasses and embellished shoes that match the apparel, providing consumers with a coordinated and fashionable look. - **Retail:** Chance for retailers to offer a range of garments, including skirts, pants, dresses, and transitional pieces that cater to both work and social environments, meeting the diverse needs of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-ii-collection.md) - [Provocative Pre-Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-2-camp.md) - [Island Print Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spice-island.md) - [Chinese Luxury Brand Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin.md) - [Region-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abaya-capsule.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Silky Camouflage-Design Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lisous-empire-collection.md)