During the second day of Milan Fashion Week, the Philipp Plein Fall/Winter 2014 collection walked the runway, revealing an almost all black, cowboy-inspired line—it's quite clear why the collection is called 'Noir Cowboy.'
Looks from the latest by Philipp Plein include a lot of black leather, denim, fur, snakeskin and a few pops of bright red as just about the only real color in the collection. Aside from the use of these materials and colors, the inspiration from the wild west is full on, including accessories like fringed blankets, large belt buckles, bolo ties and of course, cowboy hats. This mix of elements plus the dark vibe of the outfits gives off a bit of a rocker vibe—perfect for modern cowboys who’d rather sport sneakers than stirrups and spurs.
Dark Wild Western Menswear
The Philipp Plein Fall/Winter 2014 Collection is Titled 'Noir Cowboy'
Trend Themes
1. Noir Cowboy Fashion - The trend of blending dark, Western-inspired elements with modern fashion creates opportunities for innovative clothing designs and accessories.
2. Black Leather and Denim - The use of black leather and denim as key materials in menswear collections opens up possibilities for disruptive innovations in sustainable and cruelty-free alternatives.
3. Rocker Vibes in Western Fashion - The combination of rocker aesthetics with Western-inspired fashion presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fusion of different subcultures and style genres.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - The rise of Noir Cowboy fashion creates opportunities for retailers to offer unique and edgy Western-inspired clothing and accessories to a niche market of fashion-forward consumers.
2. Sustainable Fashion - The demand for black leather and denim alternatives in Western menswear presents an opportunity for the sustainable fashion industry to develop innovative, eco-friendly, and cruelty-free materials.
3. Subculture Fashion - The merging of rocker vibes with Western fashion opens up opportunities for subculture fashion brands to create disruptive designs that appeal to individuals seeking unique and unconventional styles.