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Nigel Cabourn Duffle Coat Plays on Nautical Themes

— August 22, 2012 — Fashion
In collaboration with Belgian retailer Bellerose, the Nigel Cabourn duffle coat is being released for the Fall/Winter 2012 season. This versatile fall and winter coat is the first collaboration that designer Nigel Cabourn has made with a retailer.

The Nigel Cabourn duffle coat is made from creme-colored Belgian fabric. The duffle fastenings give the coat a nautical touch, while the oversized pockets add a subtle detail that are extremely useful as well.

The photoshoot features a model with a grizzly beard, which again adds to the nautical theme of the garment. The owls that are perched on his shoulder are a touch of alluring embellishment that show how the Nigel Cabourn duffle coat is at home as much in the great outdoors as it is on the city streets.
Trend Themes
1. Nautical-themed Fashion - Fashion industry players can explore incorporating nautical themes in garments for the fall/winter season.
2. Versatile Outerwear - Outerwear manufacturers can take inspiration from the Nigel Cabourn duffle coat to create versatile coats that work well in both outdoor and urban environments.
3. Collaborations with Retailers - Designer brands and retailers can collaborate to create unique and exclusive garments that appeal to a wider audience.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can use the Nigel Cabourn duffle coat as inspiration for creating versatile and nautically-themed outerwear.
2. Retail - Retailers can explore exclusive collaborations with designer brands like Nigel Cabourn to offer unique and limited edition garments to consumers.
3. Manufacturing - Outerwear manufacturers can create their own versions of versatile duffle coats with nautical themes to appeal to consumers in the fall/winter season.
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