Artem Shumov, a menswear brand based in St. Petersburg, Russia, that's self-named by the designer who founded it, was created back in 2012 after drafts of his work were featured in a Thom Browne line.
During the very first day of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Russia, Artem Shumov unveiled its Spring/Summer 2017 seasonal line, which features a myriad of looks that seemed to draw from motifs from the past and future alike.
The latter becomes clear when looking to the plaid suits that were presented in the mix, however the former theme takes over with metallic trench coats adorned with large buckles, shimmering pants and shorts in gold and silver and one-piece ensembles that look ready for space.
Futuristic Avant-Garde Menswear
Artem Shumov's Latest Series Was Unveiled at Russia's Fashion Week
Trend Themes
1. Futuristic Fashion - There is an opportunity for designers to create avant-garde menswear that incorporates futuristic elements.
2. Retro-futurism - Designers can explore the combination of past and future themes in their menswear collections.
3. Metallic Clothing - The use of metallic materials in trench coats, pants, and shorts presents an innovative trend in menswear.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can incorporate futuristic and retro-futurism elements into their menswear collections to attract avant-garde consumers.
2. Textiles - Textile manufacturers can develop new metallic fabrics and materials to meet the growing demand for futuristic menswear.
3. Fashion Events - Fashion event organizers can showcase avant-garde menswear collections that feature futuristic and retro-futurism designs.