In A/W 21/22, people pay attention to not only practical products, but also historied, souled and valuable things. Besides, people are more interested in artistic and historied objects. Therefore, decorative buttons emerge. They join parts, and closely associate with accessories, art works and collections. With the rising second-hand market, buttons also reveal a new direction for sustainable fashion. Consumers who pursue creativity and fashion taste will focus on a sense of fulfillment by DIY.

With the development of Internet and technology, more and more immersive exhibitions and synth effects emerge, and 3D visual thinking is increasingly affecting industries. The technique combing virtuality with reality retains the fleeting beauty. Brilliant florals appeal to more consumers. This trend also drives the evolution of layered and 3D patterns. Various techniques display 3D, vivid and lively patterns.

From the 14th century to the 18th century, a large number of Chinese goods flew into the European market, and then Europeans developed a strong interest in oriental culture. At present, Asian culture, especially Chinese culture, has become an important force attracting worldwide attention, and Asian markets become an essential market. Therefore, many menswear brands shift their attention to oriental culture, which just reflects this theme, Chinoiserie. They draw inspiration from 18th-centuary homeware collaboration or art works that blended oriental and western cultures. Nostalgic luxurious fabrics also adopt decorative jacquard and display the oriental and western temperament.

Shirts are essential for men. With the arrival of A/W 21/22, novel designs offer more looks and cater to the trend that fashion leisure shirts employ more novel designs. Camp collar shirts continue the resort vibe from spring and summer to autumn and winter. Boxy shirts are hot in autumn and winter. Deconstruction provides offbeat deconstructed silhouettes this season. Long shirts expand design ideas of men's fashion leisure shirts.

The COVID-19 pandemic, turbulent politics and unstable society trigger our fear. And the digital technology spreads fear quickly. People are eager to escape from reality and extends their individuality through surreal, dark, edgy street looks. Maison Margiela A/W 20/21 displays a surrealistic artistic collection via digital video. Therefore, in A/W 21/22 the mystical dark tone will prevail in womenswear fabrics, appeals to young consumers via charming street fashion culture and drives the rise of horror aesthetics.

As a manifestation of the mass psychology, clothing has been influenced by all aspects of society. Under the background of the pandemic, people will focus more on the consumption for the purpose of protecting their own health and safety, and their awareness of self-protection will be further enhanced. Thus in A/W 21/22 protective clothing becomes important. The combination of urban leisure and outdoor sports enhances functionality and brings more practical designs for knitwear. Details on the head, shoulder and back will help with the design of new items.

The design craze of the classic retro style activates the vitality of retro products. The atmosphere full of insecurity and fear makes people look forward to beautiful and hopeful things. Under this background, luxurious retro court style is awakened, so people can face the terrible circumstance with a positive and optimistic attitude. This trend is also combined with unsalable products, catering to sustainable design concept. The unique appearance contains the charm of vintage, and the nostalgic keynote enhances the value and significance of products.

Influenced by feminine power, street fashion also integrates these elements into womenswear. In A/W 21/22, more luxurious elements and sportif elements will be blended. Mixed elements and unconventional design allow haute couture to blend with street culture. The mix & match of retro elements with high-waist will be the main trend of the street style in this season. Shirt and suit collocation will emphasize the light business style elements and practicality. And designs accentuating femininity such as high-waist enhance the feminine feel of street style.

Influenced by the changeable, diversified, panic and anxious environment, the multi-piece match emphasizes the layered sense. Disorder and irregularity are impacting the traditional mode. The mix & match of multi-piece match enrich the layer change and express the wearer's pursuit of individuality. Thus it will be an important trend in the future.