Harlem-based fashion designer and icon Dapper Dan works in collaboration with GAP on the new special-edition DAP GAP hoodies. There are new colorways to drop including the brighter options of Golden Yellow, Rose Pink, and Sky Blue, or simply Black for those who prefer a more muted option.
Each hoodie is made up of 77% cotton and soft 23% recycled polyester for a mindful construction. All of these are detailed with the DAP applique over the chest in place of where GAP is usually found. It's finished with banded cuffs and hem, a kanga pocket, and a drawcord hood. Dapper Dan tells HYPEBEAST, "What I wanted to do is de-stigmatize the hoodie [...] that’s why you see me with a hoodie on with an ascot. All of us in the culture wear hoodies. All of us in the culture are not the same."
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Trend Themes
1. Collaborative Streetwear Designs - The collaboration between Dapper Dan and GAP on the DAP GAP hoodies demonstrates the trend of designers partnering with retailers on streetwear collections.
2. Sustainable Fashion - The use of recycled polyester in the DAP GAP hoodies highlights the growing trend of sustainability in the fashion industry.
3. Bold Colorways for Hoodies - The introduction of vibrant color options like Golden Yellow, Rose Pink, and Sky Blue to the DAP GAP hoodies signifies a trend towards bold color choices for streetwear apparel.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - Trends in streetwear and sustainability impact the fashion industry and present opportunities for collaboration and eco-conscious innovation.
2. Retail Industry - Collaborations between designers and retailers, like the DAP GAP hoodie collection, can drive sales and engage customers with limited-edition merchandise.
3. Textile Industry - The use of recycled materials in fashion, such as the 23% recycled polyester used in the DAP GAP hoodies, offers opportunities for innovation in the textile industry and meeting consumer demand for sustainable products.