Driven by personal needs, sport boom and metaverse trend, the basic silhouettes of t-shirt and polo are fused with blokecore, wasteland techwear and chic fashions to develop essentials for streetwear markets. With the popularity of football, the vintage jersey is optimized to meet the daily lives. Mock-layered techwear and distressed tee are extremely stylish. Patchwork and deconstructed elements are integrated into polo shirts for rejuvenation. Loose-fit crewneck t-shirts bring new inspirations to fashionistas.

Vivid and vibrant Island Green is an important color for vacay styles. The green allover the body ignites the active factors in Spring/Summer. Stripes, checks, color blocks and graphics interpret the application of Island Green from multiple perspectives.

In S/S 2024, men’s polo shirts pay more attention to dropped shoulders, high neck, slim fits, V neck and voluminous silhouettes. Dropped shoulders are laid-back and casual; high-neck design is warm for the development of resort and Fall/Winter collections; slim fits and elegant colors are more suitable for business wear; bold colors develop youthful fashion knitwear; V neck design and voluminous silhouettes present casual wear.

Knitwear requires not too complicated designs. The creative details on necklines, cuffs, shoulders and body are eye-catching enough. This report will introduce you the following fashion languages to help you develop delicate knitwear.

Men’s knitwear focuses on the application of stripes. Bright stripes are mainly combined with on-trend colors; business stripes are elegant and simple; the use of marl yarns shows dense gradient stripes; fine stitched textures and stripe variations are also the key points.

T-shirts and polos are developed into cross-seasonal products. Beyond the pattern design, the detail and craft of T-shirt and polo are also the noteworthy points. This report will introduce the smart design ideas of designers through striped ornaments, chevron patchwork, heterogeneous splicing, diverse pockets and little protective stand collars.

The fine-gauged stitching of business menswear puts emphasis on building the obscure textures. 3D reliefs, small plaids, shallow ripples, stripes and translucent effects are the main directions. Purl stitches, cables and Aran patterns create reliefs and plaids; transfer stitches and jacquards show fluid ripples, openwork and the translucent effect; different materials and thicknesses can better set off the obscure textures.

The end of global lockdown and the return of sport games and outdoor events lead to the revival of sporty fashion. Athleisure has gradually become the new trend. Football, basketball and tennis take the center stage of teenagers’ life. American vintage is updated by a sportif spirit. The highly inclusive and gender-fluid design of sportswear reflects the core of freedom and vitality.

The geometric design of men’s knitwear centers on the light business style. Pullovers, T-shirts, polos and cardigans are the staples. Neckline details, linear decorations, geometric groups and color blocking take the center stage. The fashion brand ZILLI combines brand logo with geos for diversification.

In the post-pandemic era, people’s desire for outing and camping leads to the popularity of outdoor-inspired patterns. Retro outdoor landscapes are printed on the front part of T-shirts and sweatshirts. The simple graphic languages are minimalist and friendly.

With the transformation of lifestyle, consumers show a stronger desire for self-expression. Colorful, diversified knitwear centers on asymmetric designs and plaids. Simple letters and color contrasts are more vibrant and positive.

Urban business style puts emphasis on the elite temperament of working professionals. Ranging from polos, pullovers to cardis, men’s knitwear pays more attention to yarn quality and stitch details. Cashmere is the key material in Fall/Winter whose exquisite textures create the sense of delicacy. Stitched details, geometric textures and fine-gauged stripes are the new directions in this season. Geometric jacquard is combined with fine-gauged textures to present sophisticated details.

The detail design of men’s knitwear focuses on the use of accessories, 3D patterns ,ribs and linear details(hand stitches, contrast lines). Besides, the selection of material also determines the quality of knitwear.

Men’s polos are mainly in the style of light business. Delicate details and enriched appearances are the highlights. Labels, heterogeneous splicing, linear trims, stripes and geos are the main directions. Besides, fine-gauged textures are also noteworthy.

This report focuses on the expression of fine-gauged stitching on men’s knitwear in Pre-Fall 2023. Placement details and all-over applications present delicate visual effects. The high density of stitches can better reflect the quality of yarn. The rough stitching in this season tries to form an exquisite 3D effect.

Casual Letters -- The Pattern Trend for Toddlers' T-shirt

The neckline design of men’s knitwear pays more attention to ornamental and delicate details. V-neck design is suitable for the youthful preppy style; simple polo collars develop light business knitwear. Besides, linear decorations, fine ornaments and worn-out effects are the new directions.

Men’s knitwear in the style of light business focuses on stitch skills. Exquisite stitched textures create simple patterns and an understated style. Granular textures, minimalist stripes, fine geos, stitched argyles and patterns are the main directions.

We live in an era of epidemic and subversion. Searching for a peaceful land deep inside is important in the fast living pace. We put our faith in the wildness and lock on the light beam which is penetrating into our lives. The palette of Light and Shadow of Zen is relatively cool and grayish. Gentle Cloud Dancer soothes the living pressure, while warmer Gray Sand releases the pressure into nature. Desaturated Bellwether Blue and Red Dahlia remind us of the past experiences. Popcorn focuses on the present and offers a positive emotion.

The patchwork of techwear is more simple and delicate. Leather, shirting, and trench coating are spliced on collars, plackets, pockets, hoodies, and body to accent the sense of design.

The lithe, relaxing, and free touch brought by Urban Micro Function satisfies the needs for broadening the horizon and enjoying the outdoor world. Inspired by the cities, the harmonious conflicts underline the relationships between colors, while light functional elements are added to provide what we are looking for in the distance. The mix-and-match of fabrics and ready-to-wear leads a brand new elegancy, and the accurate movements unveil the rationalism of urban architectures.