Architectural fashion is a genre that British designer Craig Green is exploring in his contributions to luxe Italian label Moncler's 'Genius Project.' Seeking to redefine the origins of outerwear and experiment with the permanency of form, the initative sees striking and imaginative silhouettes.
The second Genius Project installment is referred to as a collection of "wearable habitats." Redirecting style to function, the architectural fashion features bright colors, utilitarian shapes, as well as kite- and tent-like silhouettes. For the "kinetic menswear collection," Craig Green looked into "protection [from the elements] and performance."
The installment combines Moncler's technical knowledge with the designer's liberal and daring approach to style. From rods and ropes to fully covered faces, Green's "wearable habitats" are sure to cause a stir.
Kite-Like Architectural Fashion Lines
Craig Green's Latest Collab with Moncler Explores Habitats
Trend Themes
1. Architectural Fashion - Creating fashion using architecture-inspired designs creates opportunities for innovation in both the fashion and architecture industries.
2. Wearable Habitats - Designing clothing that functions as portable living spaces or protective environments opens up opportunities for innovation in the outdoor lifestyle and survival industries.
3. Kinetic Menswear - Developing clothing that integrates motion and energy can lead to disruptive innovation in the fashion industry, as well as applications in sports and fitness wear.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can take advantage of architectural fashion and kinetic menswear to create unique and highly desirable products.
2. Architecture - Collaborating with fashion designers and exploring wearable habitats can be a new area of innovation for the architecture industry.
3. Outdoor Lifestyle and Survival - The wearable habitats trend can inspire new products that enhance comfort, safety, and functionality in outdoor adventures and survival scenarios.