According to the data analysis of pattern elements on Spring/Summer 2023 men's runway shows, stripe element has trended upward clearly; color blocks and cartoon elements are also increasing; besides, geos, checks and argyles are also essential. On Spring/Summer 2023 runways, letters, flowers and ethnic elements decrease a little bit, while handicraft is still a noteworthy point.

To evoke a world of endless possibilities and childlike wonder, Mike Amiri chose the beautiful Jardin des Plantes in Paris to unveil his Spring/Summer 2023 collection that once again demonstrates his sense of showmanship and affection for handcrafting. Always a cross between West Coast casual and European chic – his collection is now made between the U.S. and Italy – his suits look so light, helped by the weight and grace of jersey, while the blazers are deconstructed and cut casually – their seams removed to free up traditional shapes and create flouncy volumes inspired as much by sportswear as by stagewear.

According to the data analysis of men's knitwear on S/S 2023 runway shows, vests and polos have trended upward clearly; T-shirts and pullovers also share a bigger proportion; cardigans and knitted sets reveal a decrease in this season.

Taking to Milan, the Caten duo Dean and Dan have showcased DSQUARED2’s vibrant Spring/Summer 2023 Menswear collection. Paying homage to the Bob Marley Foundation, the collection features everything from 70s-inspired outerwear to the symbolic use of colours in the Jamaican flag (yellow, black and green). In an additional collaboration with Honda motorcycles, Dsquared2 combine their Marley inspiration with two starkly contrasting personas; the relaxed surfer and the rambunctious biker. And while a junction between the musical legend and the motorcycle company may seem a little odd at first, there’s actually a deep-rooted vein that joins the two together in perfect harmony – the designers aimed to symbolise both the vibe and rebellion of Marley’s time, surf culture, and 1970s Jamaica.

For men’s knitwear on S/S 2022 runway shows, heterogeneous splicing, embroidery and distressed detail are trending downward; the combination of smudged dyeing/tie dyeing and stitching presents an outstanding performance; the use of bright color contrasts underlines color matching and hem piping; tassels, rhinestones/beads and necklines will be the noteworthy trends.

This report focuses on the applications of yarns and stitching skills on the latest runway shows. Beyond the use of common cashmere and wool, we can also see lustrous yarns, fancy yarns, loop yarns and plush yarns. For stitching, fine knitting is breathable and cooling, while exquisite textures are also important. Heavy-gauged stitching are mainly presented in patterns, geos, cables, ottoman and ribs to show volume.

For the A/W 22/23 womenswear runway shows, the pattern design of knitwear is enriched by diversified elements. The use of geometric patterns has been the key. Argyles, checks, stripes and color blocks are updated by creativity. Rustic knitwear is also elevated by geometric patterns. Cartoon patterns, florals, animal stripes and scenery paintings are important as well.

Women’s knitwear on A/W 22/23 runway shows focuses on rhinestone, bead, and patchwork to develop more sophisticated pieces. Notably, the patchwork in autumn and winter is crisp and solid. Ruffles, metallic accessories, fringes, hand stitches, and cutouts are the main details.

For women’s knitwear on Spring 2022 runways, colorless colors still take the biggest proportion; classic earthy tones(khakis, browns) share 26% of the whole; chromatic colors occupy the rest 39%. Green still keeps the momentum; purple and red reveal a clear uptrend; pastels are important for fall collections; blue and orange are rare. According to the trend analysis, orange will be a noteworthy hue in the new season.

A/W 23/24 menswear runways in New York and London take minimalist pullover and practical cardigan as the staples. Stripes and argyles are the main patterns. For crafts, heterogeneous splicing and reversed design are noteworthy. Contrast lines and cutouts are the details to watch in the future. Voluminous cables and exquisite stitch combinations become the key developing points in A/W. Besides, the yarn with strong fuzzy textures is worth the investment.

Beyond the use of normal yarns, men’s knitwear at A/W 22/23 Paris and Milano Fashion Week also kept eyes on fancy yarns and fuzzy yarns. Neat stripes and openwork stitches created minimalist pieces of clothing. Braided textures, coarse cables, and embossed textures revealed a slightly 3D effect. Dotted jacquard presented a lively atmosphere through rich color changes.

From January 14th to 18th, there were totally 53 brands who released their new collections at the A/W 22/23 menswear Milan Fashion Week. Although multiple famous brands canceled their fashion shows offline because of the epidemic, the Fashion Week was still noteworthy. Designers realized the importance of positive mood and found a way to stimulate people’s desire and attention.

Men’s knitwear products on A/W 22/23 runways in Paris and Milan accented the delicacy through the detail design. These high-class minimalist pieces of clothing set off the temperament of business elite. The smart casual style of pattern design presented youthfulness. The smart couture quality brought by metallic accessories was also noteworthy. Besides, knitted scarves were also paired to elevate the general layers.

F/W 22/23 men’s collection was the debut after Zegna dropping “Ermenegildo” from its original name. The artistic director Alessandro Sartori drew inspirations from roads and created a new collection: ‘A Path Worth Taking’. The Zegna road originates in the mountains, and crosses Oasi Zegna, the free-access natural territory in Piedmont, Northern Italy, also known as 232. Designer explored the contemporary fashion in a gentle yet firm way. The practical, comfortable, and alternative wardrobe redefined the traditional formal wear and underlined the seamless connection between indoor and outdoor lives.

Among the knitwear on S/S 2022 runways, mature elegant styles and minimalist styles are on the same level, and commuting collections are noteworthy; although folk styles are not prevalent in the mature markets, they have made breakthroughs on color application and pattern design. From fresh childishness to the sweet yet cool personality, youthful lady styles show a diversified fusion; athleisure style performs the most outstanding, and we need to notice its fluidity. According to the runway data and style researches, athletic styles are affecting the design and matching of minimalist styles and sophisticated styles, injecting vitality into the mature market.

Through the data analysis of S/S 2022 knitwear items, crafts & details, yarns & stitches, and patterns, we refine the trending points for knitwear on the latest runways.

The Spring/Summer 2022 Prada show is staged, simultaneously, in the Deposito of the Fondazione Prada, Milan and in Bund 1, Shanghai. Seduction, Stripped Down is the name Prada and Simons gave to the collection. Complex historical elements were rebuilt to be modernized and simple to interpret the embrace and subversion of sexiness. Bra cups and corset bones were fused with knitwear, outerwear and dress by modernized designs to feel solemn, sexy and harmonious; evening gown was simplified to reach a balance between seduction and minimalism; raw or distressed leather jackets and tiny duchesse satin miniskirts presented the interplay of elegancy and punk. Miuccia and Raf created a fantastic and realistic renewing process by deconstructing and regrouping daywear with gorgeous clothing.

Founded in 1974, the Milan-based Alberta Ferretti represents taste, elegancy, sensibility and charm. Many international stars and celebrities have worn their master pieces on grant events and red carpets. S/S 2022 collection used butterfly to present the elegant, confident and resilient postures and exude the lightweight yet high-quality romance. Butterfly photos were printed on wrapped dress and lace slip dress, and graceful miniskirt presented impressionism paintings. Knitted lace and organza crochet created a relaxing atmosphere. The colorway of this collection began from white, black and neutrals to dazzling colorfulness to present a butterfly which had broken out of the cocoon. The draped chiffon gown dress in Scuba Blue, Bright Aqua and Purple Opulence perfectly interpreted the brand attitude.

The data analysis is made on the knitted yarn, pattern and craft of CR 2022 womenswear runways. The yarn application of this season is variable. From plain fancy yarn to glossy yarn and plush yarn, different textures create diversified knitwear styles. In pattern design, stripe has become a noteworthy element, occupying 32%. Smart casual knitwear is increasingly using leopard prints. Stitching(42%) is still the most popular craft of knitwear, followed by eyelet texture(27%). Gloss is the key point of decorations, and decorative diamonds endow knitwear with a high-class entry-luxury feel.

Escaping from city is an opportunity to heal, enjoy, and feel the nature, which is exactly the inspiration source of AMBUSH S/S 2022 collection. Although the collection was released before A/W 21/22, the designer Yoon Ahn added wasteland and vast free space into city and streets to create a new brand blueprint. Such freedom has brought variable ideas and also changed the way how AMBUSH treats its fashion collections. Inspired by highly functional fabrics, the new branch AMBUSH WKSP demonstrates the basic elements for people to move comfortably between city and countryside.

Music is the must-have element for the creative director Massimo Giorgetti. The hypnotic and endless rhythm of this Canone Infinito(composed by the Italian DJ Lorenco Senni) enthralled him. Photographer Francesco Nazardo and the Milan-based image makers of No Text Azienda were involved in the production of the men's collection's video. Somehow replicating the circular melody on Senni's musical piece, the two-day shoot took place on a secluded beach in Maremma, a largely untouched, wild strip of land in Tuscany.