A surprising and unique trend is sweeping social media and the fashion world: Fisherman core.
And it’s officially arriving in Australia, with the latest UNIQLO and JW Anderson collection, launching Thursday, June 12.
Blending comfort, style, and a dose of coastal nostalgia, the fisherman aesthetic takes its cues from traditional seafarer uniforms and old-school maritime style.
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Think chunky cable-knit jumpers, utilitarian trousers, durable outerwear, and classic Breton stripes.
Rooted in practicality but elevated with a preppy-modern twist, it’s a look that speaks to both form and function — perfectly suited to Australian winter.
Mark the drop date in your calendars and get ready to shop up a storm once it arrives on Aussie shores.
British designer Jonathan Anderson, Creative Director of JW Anderson, has backed the trend wholeheartedly. His upcoming capsule collection with UNIQLO, titled “Elements of Land and Sea”, embodies the movement with refined detailing, layered textures, and a nod to rugged coastal dressing.
The collaboration has been timed perfectly to bring the Northern Hemisphere’s Spring/Summer 2025 buzz to the Southern Hemisphere’s cooler months.
The style has also been gaining serious traction online; on TikTok, fashion creators started forecasting the rise of the fisherman aesthetic late last year.
Now, Aussie shoppers can bring the look home with UNIQLO’s new drop, which merges JW Anderson’s elevated British style with UNIQLO’s signature everyday wearability.
Some of the standout pieces from the collection include the JW Anderson Diamond Stitched Crew Neck Sweater, $59.90, a perfect staple for layering, and the Wool Blend Duffle Coat $249.90, offering classic maritime tailoring with modern touches.
For those embracing a more feminine silhouette, the Wool Blend Wrap Skirt, $79.90 brings a practical yet polished look, while the HEATTECH Beanie $19.90 keeps things warm and effortlessly on-trend.
From UNIQLO’s core range, essentials like the AIRism Cotton Long Sleeve T-Shirt, $29.90 and the Cable Crew Neck Short Sleeve Sweater, $49.90 make perfect layering pieces to build your fisherman-inspired wardrobe.
The fisherman aesthetic is set to be a defining look of the season. Thanks to UNIQLO and JW Anderson, bringing the coastal charm to the city streets has never been easier — nor more fashionable.
