Debenhams Reveals Fishermen Behind New British Trend
Released on: November 09, 2011, 1:48 pm
Author:
Debenhams
Industry: Retail
Debenhams has revealed that fishermen have been named as the
driving force behind a new trend hitting the British high streets this
winter.
The popularity of exciting and macho fishing television programmes such as
'Deadliest Catch' and 'Extreme Fishing with Robson Green' have made fishing cool
again and transformed the image of clothing traditionally associated with seafaring
pursuits.
Demand for duffle coats, cream cable knit jumpers, chunky woollen socks, stripy t-shirts, waterproof trousers and rugged has soared over the last month with further increases expected as the cold weather continues.
Currently up on the year are chunky boots (up 81 per cent), boat shoes (up 195 per
cent), thick woollen socks (up 27 per cent), duffle coats (up 25 per cent), striped
t-shirts (up 25 per cent), thermal underwear (up 67 per cent), waterproof trousers
(up 94 per cent) and heavy knits, up 55 per cent.
Inspired by the likes of Paul Weller, David Beckham, David Cameron and Noel
Gallagher, it seems British men are falling hook, line and sinker for the look.
Ruth Attridge, spokesperson for Debenhams said: "No longer just the hobby of a
solitary riverbank dweller, these TV shows have made 'fisherman fashion', the
humble duffle coat, waterproof trousers and obligatory chunky socks and thermals,
the must have look for autumn/winter 2011.
"Even 'Trawlermen', documenting the tough times of the Peterhead and Fraserburgh
fishing fleets and arguably the most unlikely fashion icons, has shown the average
British landlubber the masculine appeal of a hardy seaman."
Influenced by designers such as Burberry Prorsum, Paul Smith and Roland Mouret
parading the angling look on the autumn/winter 2011 catwalks, the on trend way to
wear fisherman fashion is in bold colours, with large pockets on duffles, teamed
with mens boots and a beanie hat.
Debenhams has also seen the look start to translate into womenswear with bright
duffle coats and chunky cardigans worn by the likes of Alexa Chung and Taylor Swift
leading the way.
Debenhams' Ruth Attridge continued: "The tough, capable image of seafaring
clothing seems to have chimed with the mood of the nation during the financial
difficulties.
"Knowing that you are well equipped to cope with everything life can throw at you -
no matter how hard the going becomes - is now seen as essential to weather the
economic storm.
"Warm, hardwearing and now stylish, these items herald the return of practical
fashion that will see you through the season and beyond."
ENDS
About Debenhams:
Debenhams is the second largest department store chain in the UK with a strong
presence in key product categories including women's clothing, men's clothing,
childrenswear, furniture and health and beauty. Debenhams operates 167 stores in the
UK and Republic of Ireland. Debenhams also has 61 international franchise stores in
24 countries and six Magasin stores in Denmark.
Designers at Debenhams include Preen, Dune, Jonathan Saunders, Jonathan Kelsey,
Roksanda Ilincic, Ted Baker, Jeff Banks, Jasper Conran, Erickson Beamon,
FrostFrench, Henry Holland, Betty Jackson, Ben de Lisi, Julien Macdonald, Melissa
Odabash, Jane Packer, Pearce Fionda, Janet Reger, John Rocha, Lisa Stickley, Eric
Van Peterson and Matthew Williamson.
PR Contact:
Press Office
33 Wigmore Street
London
W1U 1QX
08445 616161
www.debenhams.com
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