In this recent showing of the new Francis Montesinos Fall/Winter 2012 collection, crochet-style sweaters, leather shirts with lace-inspired cutouts and crushed velvet pants all make an appearance in a sophisticated and luxurious line of apparel for men. The designer has masterfully mixed softer, more feminine details with the diverse collection of menswear to create something new and unseen on runways that is both elegant and refined, while still being rugged and even a bit edgy at the same time.
A printed pair of pants with a matching button-up shirt, which was inspired by international postage stamps, is paired with a black fur coat and makes for one of the collection's more unique looks. So if you're looking for a little more pizzazz than what other labels tend to offer, then the Francis Montesinos Fall/Winter 2012 collection is for you.
Crocheted Couture Menswear
The Francis Montesinos Fall/Winter 2012 Line Has Homemade Elements
Trend Themes
1. Crochet-style Menswear - There is an opportunity in the fashion industry to disrupt traditional menswear with crochet-style designs.
2. Feminine Details in Menswear - Integrating softer, more feminine elements into menswear presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry.
3. Postal Stamp Inspired Prints - Using international postage stamps as design inspiration offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the fashion industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore new designs and incorporate crochet techniques in menswear.
2. Textile - The textile industry can capitalize on the demand for crochet-style fabrics and materials in menswear.
3. Print and Graphic Design - The print and graphic design industry can create innovative patterns and prints inspired by international postage stamps.