Early autumn 2022 loungewear is affecting the design of knitwear. Influenced by the longing for outdoor activity and nature, sportswear element is added into loungewear set. Riding pants, sweatpants, hoodie and fitness shorts are important to knitwear set with comfortable silhouettes. Asymmetric pattern, color blocking and cutout present a more delicate sport style. And layering is a more stylish clothing collocation. Delicate stitching, exquisite jacquard pattern and broad shoulder bring design feel to clothing.

As a key cross-seasonal item, the improved basic style and everlasting classic style of knitwear are very important. Besides, the individualized items which can stimulate and attract consumers are also essential. Improved retro POLO pullover, versatile hip-length cocoon cardigan, sports hoodie, suspender vest and sleeveless broad-shoulder vest are the key styles of knitwear this season.

The pursuit of maintaining body shape and health and the longing for social interaction arouse consumers' interest in indoor gym. And the design target is changed from elites to those who just started to exercise and need physical assistance. Tight-top, one-piece suit, knitted suit, elastic shorts and cycling shorts all apply fit tailoring to stimulate wearers' confidence and inject comfort and fashionable elements into every item.

Under the influence of markets, S/S 2022 tracksuits pay more attention on the comfort and practicality. Suit is an essential dressing style in our daily life. It is popular among consumers because its convenience solve the problem of collocation. On streets and society medias, not a few fashion bloggers show a relaxed but unruly style in mono-color tracksuits, which become a stylish choice in post-epidemic era. Comfortable but free tracksuits can be worn both indoor&outdoor.

"Time affluence" concept is gradually surpassing the "busy life" idea, which drives consumers to further perceive comfort and pliability. One-piece yoga wear conforms to this lifestyle, which is soft, skin-friendly and extremely comfortable. T-shirts with a knotted hem take on a lightweight appearance with loose cutting. Knitted strappy underwear flatters the back and shows the urban fashion. Glossy leggings feature neat outlines, tailored silhouettes and the contrast between matte and glossy fabrics, revealing the individualized luxury. Transformed snake skin is large-scale used on bright-colored sets, bold and sexy, quite noteworthy in S/S 2022.

Post-2000 Interest Report released by Tencent shows that three hottest topics are JK uniforms, Hanfu and Lolita dress. Those who love 2D works have grown up, and that's why JK uniforms prevail in China. Consumers of 2D garments are increasing year by year, according to the 2019-2020 China's 2D Clothing Consumer Market Analysis Report released by ITJUZI. The number of users reaches 340 million in 2019 and is expected to reach 387 million in 2020. These consumers grow up with comics, animations and games, so they are willing to pay for 2D garments. Besides, JK uniforms frequently appear in Chinese variety shows, TV works and so on. Influenced by all that, there are more JK uniform enthusiasts. JK (Joshi Koukousei) uniforms for girls are inspired by Japanese high school uniforms, with two types of sailor suit and western style suit. Western style suit features a western coat paring with a waistcoat or a preppy sweater, with a bowtie or a rope on shirts. However, sailor suit is more complicated. Its collar can be divided into four kinds, Sapporo style, Kanto style, Kansai style and Nagoya style. And the Kanto style is the most common one. Sailor suit normally features a cropped top and boxy cutting. Decorations of the collar include triangular scarf, necktie, bowtie, and rope. According to pleats, there are front accordion pleated skirts, boxy pleated skirts and boxy pleated skirts.

In S/S 2022, women's knitwear sets will pay more attention to practicality, multi-scene versatility and space structures of garments, influenced by a restrained consumption view. For the lady style, cropped boxy tops raise the hemline; tight camisoles are paired with bracket-sleeve pullovers; the lingerie look and loose cardigans create free and comfortable looks. Contrast between the loose and the tight displays structure changes in styling and meets consumers' needs for individualized styling. Refined stitches, jacquard patterns, slits and metal accessories enhance delicacy of elegant sets.

Yoga combines ancestral and modern exercises. The gentle movement and the comfortable meditation soothe our body and mind. Smooth lines and lively color-blocking create a pleasing sports vibe. Cutouts, layers and knots enhance the chic feel. Comfy fabrics as well as fitted silhouettes make the wearer more devoted, confident and natural. Yoga leads people to experience and understand their body and soul better.

Cancelled or postponed marathons, postponed Tokyo Olympic in 2020 and other cancelled events have never dampened the enthusiasm of runners. Besides, sports-inspired consumers demand for highly adaptive and functional durable styles. This trend is essential to shapes and fabrics. Multifunctionality of the item stands out. Temperature-controlling function is a must. Contrast colors should be cautiously used, and all-over color blocks create superior and adaptive aesthetics, reflected by contrast seams and trimming. Core styles also include modular base-layers of men's running wear. Base-layers are functional, convenient for movements and fit for layered match.

Conventional sets remind us of formal suits or sport suits. But in S/S 2021, conventional sets will totally change. Suits are combined with Bermuda shorts, and cropped suits are styled with tone-on-tone skirts, which will be a both fashionable and casual look. According to the survey, people pay more and more attention to comfort, including a comfortable life and casual clothing. Thus casual sets will prevail, and comfortable casual sets will also be necessary.

In Pre-Fall 2021, different from emphasizing comfort in previous seasons, the knitted set returns back with a refined and fine style. Influenced by the surrealism, design elements blended with knitted items in the 1930s, so the elegant and individual set appeared at that time. Although the knitwear set is simple, it well combines female elegance with independence. In Pre-Fall 2021, the knitwear set will pay more attention to the well-fitting lines. The comfortable and elastic knitted panel makes the style waisted and inclusive. The smartly used melange yarns and redesigned classic patterns renew and rejuvenate the retro knitwear set, and create refined, simple and modern sets.

Knitwear in lounge style is increasingly popular. The combination of knitwear is elegant.

Fashion fades, only style remains the same. Chanel-inspired tweed items are synonyms of elegance. They have soft silhouettes, refined cutting and delicate decorations. Tweed garments are classic, reflecting the confidence of women.

As people pay more attention to the sport, sports suit become more and more sophisticated. The decorative letters, stripes and color-blocking bring freshness.

In the current craze of sport campaign, designers tend to focus on the sportswear-inspired profile and styles. Sports suit is emphasis in this season, many novelty profiles are noted, including raglan sleeves , drop-shoulder sleeves , cropped style, wide sleeves, waist drawstring, ultra-wide-leg trousers, one-piece suit, reformed school uniform and sleeveless suit.

With the vintage trend keep gaining popularity, more and more suit styles emerge in this season. Suit is a perfect choice for business and commercial occasions, the casual suit is also eye-catching and refreshing. Let's see the key profiles in this season.

Athleisure style and business style are still the mainstream trend, key items in this season are broad-shoulder vest, drop-shoulder round-collar pullover, hooded knitwear, knitted blazer and knitted sportswear.