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| Introduction |
| Looking back and looking forward, this season four very different forms
of inspiration dictate Autumn/Winter 2010/11s trends. First up is
VISION, which looks forward to a futuristic modernity than instead of
being cold and clinical is instead all about comfort. EPOCH looks back
rather than forward, referencing the roaring 20s and the easy going
casual glamour of the 70s. All this is tied up with a return to childhood
and a pleasing sense of naivetι, best expressed in prints and proportions.
ANTHOLOGY also references the past but in a more
sophisticated way; instead looking at noble ancestors, the Edwardian
shooting party and the nobility of nature. Finally METROPOLIS jumps
to the future once again with a look at the modern city landscape in all
its glory, honing in on the way shapes change and morph at night in an
urban setting. This trend has a rebellious side and feels like stepping
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| Anthology |
Rugged Refinement
As nostalgia moves deeper into the roots of
history, we draw inspiration from the loved
and cherished artefacts of our noble
ancestors. Rich textures collide with a sense
of rugged refinement as well-travelled
collecting helps us curate our lives. Here
aristocracy blends with the nobility of nature
to create new histories. A luxurious curio of supple, cosy texture is accented by nightfall
hues. Inspiration is also drawn from the
classic Edwardian shooting party; combining
hard working shapes with a privileged
elegance. Finally the mountains call as a
selection of electric accents take us on a
Siberian trek to view a mountainous
landscape.
For fabrics, think luxurious gypsy; canvas,
denim, thick blanket textures, tweed,
antique tapestry and brocades, ornate
jacquards, wool gabardine and shadow
pinstripe. These are contrasted by silk and
satin, velvet and velveteen and cosy knits
including Fairisle and folkloric intarsia. Print
and pattern is ornate and bold, painterly florals, plaid, folkloric motifs, leopard skin prints and themes
taken from nature; autumn leaves and forest scenes.
Clothing is eclectic and nomadic; belted trench coats and
Spencer jackets work with simple vests, shawl and cascade
blouses. Dresses are belted sheafs or chemises, while pants
are pleated and tapered or loose and cuffed or cropped.
Fairisle cardigans and tunics or heavy pullovers add comfort
while jeans feature heavy stitching. Fur and fringing appear
as does fabric mixing and blocking.
Accessories play with tradition; deer hunters, fur collared
boots and buckle detailed bags evoke shooting party style,
while jewelled collars, status bags and cloche hats exude low
key status. There are also references to ethnic styling with
woolly hats and folksy motifs.
Shooting party aristocratic looks
Luxurious gypsy
Eclectic & nomadic shapes
Special & crafted detailing
Woollen separates
Traditional layering
Sophisticated tailoring meets prim femininity
Woodsy charm
Folkloric motifs
Rich textures & rugged refinement
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| Epoch |
Casual & Chic
Ushering in an era of fanciful reverie, Epoch brings
the chance to embrace daydreams. As the world
become more fast-paced, we take solace in the
faded romance and theatricality of surreal fairy
tales and the roaring 20s. With this trend,
playground antics return us to childhood with a
pleasing sense of naivetι.
Fabrics are fanciful and sensual; velvet, chiffon,
lace and tulle, silky sheer jersey, shimmering knits.
Sequinned and beaded detailing is juxtaposed by
more robust fabrics including flannel, corduroy and
denim. Leather also makes an appearance as does suede, and is often laser cut. Prints and patterns are romantic and naοve; inspired by wallpaper and tapestry, stripes, checks, especially oversized plaids and whimsical hand drawn motifs that reference
childhood scribbles. Dots and florals also have a part to play.
When it comes to silhouettes; this is where 20s glamour meets
70s casual with couture and trench coats, cropped smoking
jackets and school girl blazers worn over flapper dresses, slips
and shirt-waisters. The feminine blouse is a key piece, along with
fluid satin pants, jump suits and cuffed shorts. Skirts have ruffles
and tiers or are bias cut and dirndl. Knits are sweet and feminine;
the neat cardigan, the twin set and the tight jumper. Detailing is
important with this trend, so consider sequins and beads, ruffles,
spangles, feathers, fringes, crochet and lace insets.
Accessories strongly reference vintage with little old lady
handbags, cocktail rings, ladylike gloves, fabric and chain
necklaces, sweet flat pumps and cheeky floral detailing.
Fanciful & sensual colours
Romantic & naοve colours
20s meets 70s
Intricate & hand-crafted details
Feminine ruffles
Casual glamour
Vintage style accessories
Playful & ladylike
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| Metropolis |
Urban & Seductive
The sun sets on the modern city as the
dark expanse of the urban landscape
unfolds in Metropolis. Utilitarian function
and the sharp lines of dark alleys
combine with the slick exclusivity of the
dense, ever-moving city to create a
sense of beckoning mystery. With a
rebellious side, this trend ventures into
the unknown, as industrial structures
decay and the city is overgrown in
oxidised tones of sepia and shadow. A
new order is formed as constructivist
rigidity and clandestine adornments
bring out the rich tones of nightfall.
Fabrics are slick, functional and edgy;
coated and boiled wool, cavalry twill,
distressed and oxidised or metallic
leather, tweed, shadow stripe, velvet
and canvas, lace chiffon and georgette.
Jersey is burned, shredded and
embellished while knits are thermal and
ribbed. Denim has a metallic sheen.
Print plays with retro-future classics;
dark, romantic florals, pinstripes,
industrial revolution posters, geometrics
inspired by bold, modern art and the
macabre; night birds and bats, gothic
silhouettes.
Clothing has a utilitarian edge and plays
with ideas of glamour grunge. Parkas
and trenches, biker and double-breasted boxy jackets are worn over vests, both knitted and
biker inspired or dresses with sexy cutouts, contoured seaming
and blocking. Look out for the utility shirt, the body suit, utility
cargo pants, jump suits and mini or stretch pencil skirts. Knits
focus on v-necked pullovers, military styles and cropped tanks
worn over skinny jeans.
Accessories include multi-chain necklaces, industrial look cuffs,
constructivist jewellery, studs on bags and shoes, killer heels or
embellished biker boots. Most of all metal jewellery exudes a
relentless, hard edge.
Functional & edgy fabrics
Retro-future classic prints
Utilitarian meets glamour grunge
Protective, metallic & glam detailing
Lace & mesh blocking
Destroyed denim, distressed looks
Clever utility
Seductive contouring & subversive
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| Vision |
Realism & Comfort
As we are catapulted into an uncertain future,
Vision brings with it both progress and
familiarity to the forefront. Futuristic modernity
diverts from cold, sterile perfection taking
instead a turn towards realism and comfort.
Essentially, Vision is inspired by the rigid
structures of architecture and ice meeting the
soft curves of the human form. This trend also
puts the accent on modern comfort, with
neutrals gaining a feminine warmth while
accented by synthetic finishes and fizzy
brights. Conversely inspiration is found in the
glacial earth with geodesic shadow accents
projecting a cocooning sense of tranquillity.
Fabrics include felt, bulky woollens, gabardine,
fleece and fluid jersey contrasting satin, air
spun yarns, leather and fur. Print focuses on
irregular geometrics, linear and cellular
patterns, marbelised effects and frozen motifs.
Fashion combines both structure and fluidity
with wrap coats or belted trenches, boxy and
double breasted blazers, simple sheaf and
layered asymmetrical dresses. Tops to look
out for include the blocked T-shirt, voluminous
blouses and tailored shirts worn with stretch
cigarette pants, cuffed shorts or short length
skirts. Jeans are predominantly skinny or
made from suede to give tactile interest. The
sweater features prominently as does the
oversized cardigan. The overall look is all about gentle folding and draping, asymmetrical volume, a
certain blurred transparency and tiered layering.
When it comes to accessories, consider furry hats, angular
crystal rings, pale padded handbags with simplistic and pure
lines, kidskin gloves, slouchy handbags and crystalline
necklaces integrating quartz into the designs.
Feminine warmth
Fabrics are technical yet gentle
Print & pattern play with futurism & nature
Structured & fluid silhouettes
Pleating & layering
Sweaters & outsized cardigans
Rigid & raw detailing
Broad market appeal
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