The Hidenori Kumakiri Fall/Winter 2013 collection took to the runway stage during Tokyo Fashion Week. Entitled 'Whole lotta Love', this 60s inspired menswear line highlighted an array of impeccably tailored outerwear pieces that were displayed in a range of earthy and fruit-colored hues.
These classically elegant coats, blazers and jackets were paired with graphically printed trousers, eclectic knitwear garments and retro eyewear accessories. Modernizing a classically geek-chic aesthetic, the Hidenori Kumakiri Fall/Winter 2013 menswear collection redefined and re-imagined retro classics for a new generation of style conscious gentlemen.
From bright pink coats to refreshed collegiate casuals, this undeniably elegant runway presentation stunned the audience at Tokyo Fashion week and proved that timeless elegance and sophistication will never go out of style.
Eccentric Geek-Chic Runways
The Hidenori Kumakiri Fall/Winter 2013 Collection Exudes Elegance
Trend Themes
1. Geek-chic Revival - Revival of vintage fashion with a modern twist creates opportunities for innovative garment constructions and textile design.
2. Bold Color Palette - Bold color choices in menswear can inspire ramp up for acceptance of bold color in mainstream fashion.
3. Retro-inspired Accessories - Updated retro accessories with new materials and designs offer opportunities for innovative product placement strategy.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Apparel manufacturers and accessory designers could benefit from this geek-chic revival by employing disruptive innovation in design based on bold colors and materials.
2. Textile Manufacturing - This trend can motivate innovators to bring in fresh ideas integrating designs with bold color schemes and interesting constructions.
3. Eyewear - The trend of updated retro eyewear creates the potential for companies to experiment and innovate with eye-catching designs.