WOMEN’S FASHION SEASONAL TREND REPORT
16 17 autumn winter
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WOMEN’S FASHION SEASONAL TREND REPORT This seasonal report explores the various styles and looks of the highlighted theme with specific focus on cuts and silhouettes. Various fabrics and prints relevant to the theme are included. Each look is supported with accessories to match.
16 17 autumn winter
THE THEME
LE’THARGE THE PERFECT ESSENCE | SELF EXPRESSION | A STATEMENT OF INDIVIDUALITY SOORYANAMASKAR | PEACOCK PREENING
The theme QUINTESSENCE explores the unlimited when it comes to self expression, at the most basic and superfluous level. Combining the trend of the ‘urban yogi’ and ‘peacock preeening’, this seasonal story inspires flowing silhouettes with airs and flairs. Ensembles that allow one to prance and parade, with the obvious evidence of comfort, both in body and mind. Adding to the sensationalism that the current new demand, is the art of fabric manipulation creating visual interest through cascading ruffles, layered pleats and gathers. Yoga inspires trends in print such as ‘graphic marble’ that represents fluidity and serenity. The raw organic feel comes alive through ‘scratched surface’ prints. There is a playful mix of summer fabrics from linen overdoses to silk blends and the sensual sheers. The theme covers four stories: Work-a-daily, Yogasana, Spring mantra, Midsummer cocktail
EBONY N IVORY FASHIONISTAS|CORPORATE STYLE IDENTITY|QUIRKAHOLICS
GEN XL PRANCING PRINCESSES FLAIR| CASUAL|STYLISH
GEN XL Beadings, sequins,gemstones and frosting in accessories and footwear add that glitzy bling that peacock preeners would adore. Silver metallic touches to turquoise and teals give an ‘all that jazz’ feel to the look.
SOPHISTICATED LINES An asymmetric dress with cascading ruffles with tone-on-tone blues in a playful mix of elegant fabrics
A print to watch out for : SCRATCHED SURFACE is a crisscross pattern on textiles created by vertical and horizontal hatching that looks like multiple scratch marks. It exudes a raw yet refined organic feel.
SOPHISTICATED LINES An asymmetric dress with cascading ruffles with tone-ontone blues in a playful mix of elegant fabrics
SOPHISTICATED LINES An asymmetric dress with cascading ruffles with tone-ontone blues in a playful mix of elegant fabrics
SOPHISTICATED LINES An asymmetric dress with cascading ruffles with tone-ontone blues in a playful mix of elegant fabrics
An asymmetric dress with cascading ruffles with tone-on-tone blues in a playful mix of
An asymmetric dress with cascading ruffles with tone-on-tone blues in a playful mix of
fabric specifications 06 | POLYCOTTON / BLEND 05 | WOOL BLEND
04 | LINEN 03 | WOOL
02 | TWILL
01 | CASHMERE
PRINT GALLERY The theme QUINTESSENCE explores the unlimited when it comes to self expression, at the most basic and superfluous level. Combining the trend
EBONY N IVORY Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and elegant. Following the colour palette of violet vines, a pencil skirt with chiffon pleats below the knee adding panache to the look. A pale green ruffled sleeveless top paired with a collared shrug
Bright yellow trappy wedge heels with ruffles to add to the drama of it
FABRIC MANIPULATION Summer is a word that directly drops hints on the feeling of lightness. This season brings fabric manipulation to the forefront while surface ornamentation takes a back seat
ALL OR NONE Turquoise stones embedded in oxidised silver.
Pretty sling bag in mellow yellow Quirk up that workaholic attitude with a teal wrist hanging pouch that is functional and playful
Ultra light sandals with clog heels in wood and tan combinations
ALL OR NONE Turquoise stones embedded in oxidised silver.
Quirk up that workaholic attitude with a teal wrist hanging pouch that is functional and playful
THE THEME
MEMORY LAB THE PERFECT ESSENCE | SELF EXPRESSION | A STATEMENT OF INDIVIDUALITY SOORYANAMASKAR | PEACOCK PREENING
The theme QUINTESSENCE explores the unlimited when it comes to self expression, at the most basic and superfluous level. Combining the trend of the ‘urban yogi’ and ‘peacock preeening’, this seasonal story inspires flowing silhouettes with airs and flairs. Ensembles that allow one to prance and parade, with the obvious evidence of comfort, both in body and mind. Adding to the sensationalism that the current new demand, is the art of fabric manipulation creating visual interest through cascading ruffles, layered pleats and gathers. Yoga inspires trends in print such as ‘graphic marble’ that represents fluidity and serenity. The raw organic feel comes alive through ‘scratched surface’ prints. There is a playful mix of summer fabrics from linen overdoses to silk blends and the sensual sheers. The theme covers four stories: Work-a-daily, Yogasana, Spring mantra, Midsummer cocktail
ALCHEMY FASHIONISTAS|CORPORATE STYLE IDENTITY|QUIRKAHOLICS
X-RAY PRANCING PRINCESSES FLAIR| CASUAL|STYLISH
ALCHEMY Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and elegant. Following the colour palette of violet vines, a pencil skirt with chiffon pleats below the knee adding panache to the look. A pale green ruffled sleeveless top paired
FABRIC MANIPULATION Summer is a word that directly drops hints on the feeling of lightness. This
season brings fabric manipulation to the forefront while surface ornamentation
ALL OR NONE Turquoise stones embedded in oxidised silver.
Quirk up that workaholic attitude with a teal wrist hanging pouch that is functional and playful
Functional and Playful
Quirk up that workaholic attitude with and playful
Quirk up that workaholic attitude with a teal wrist hanging pouch that is functional and playful
Functional and Playful
XRAY Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and elegant. Following the colour palette of violet vines, a pencil skirt with chiffon pleats below the knee
Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and
Functional and Playful
Functional and Playful
Functional and Playful
ALL OR NONE Turquoise stones embedded in oxidised silver.
fabric specifications 06 | POLYSILK 05 | NEOPRENE
04 | LUREX 03 | LEATHER
02 | LAME
01 | GOLD LAME TISSUE
fabric specifications 06 | VOILE SHEER 05 | SILK WOOL
04 | SILK 03 | ORGANZA
02 | CREPEDECHINE
01 | CREPE
THE THEME
MIGRATION THE PERFECT ESSENCE | SELF EXPRESSION | A STATEMENT OF INDIVIDUALITY SOORYANAMASKAR | PEACOCK PREENING
The theme QUINTESSENCE explores the unlimited when it comes to self expression, at the most basic and superfluous level. Combining the trend of the ‘urban yogi’ and ‘peacock preeening’, this seasonal story inspires flowing silhouettes with airs and flairs. Ensembles that allow one to prance and parade, with the obvious evidence of comfort, both in body and mind. Adding to the sensationalism that the current new demand, is the art of fabric manipulation creating visual interest through cascading ruffles, layered pleats and gathers. Yoga inspires trends in print such as ‘graphic marble’ that represents fluidity and serenity. The raw organic feel comes alive through ‘scratched surface’ prints. There is a playful mix of summer fabrics from linen overdoses to silk blends and the sensual sheers. The theme covers four stories: Work-a-daily, Yogasana, Spring mantra, Midsummer cocktail
URBAN FARMER FASHIONISTAS|CORPORATE STYLE IDENTITY|QUIRKAHOLICS
TERRANOVA PRANCING PRINCESSES FLAIR| CASUAL|STYLISH
TERRANOVA Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and elegant. Following the colour palette of violet vines, a pencil skirt with chiffon pleats below the knee adding panache to
Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and
Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and
Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and
FABRIC PIXELATION
fabric specifications 06 | MARLED KNIT 05 | WOOL FELT
04 | WOOL 03 | MARLED FABRIC
02 | JERSEY
01 | FELT
PRINT GALLERY The theme QUINTESSENCE explores the unlimited when it comes to self expression, at the most basic and superfluous level. Combining the trend
URBAN FARMER Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and elegant. Following the colour palette of violet vines, a pencil skirt with chiffon pleats below the knee adding panache to the look. A pale green ruffled sleeveless top paired
Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and
Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and
Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and
Trendy work wear for those fabulous fashionistas: This look is summery and
fabric specifications 06 | VELVET 05 | FLAX COTTON
04 | TWILL 03 | SUEDE
02 | LINEN
01 | RAW SILK
PRINT GALLERY The theme QUINTESSENCE explores the unlimited when it comes to self expression, at the most basic and superfluous level. IKAT PATCHWORK PRINT TURKISH RUGS
TREND REPORT The theme QUINTESSENCE explores the unlimited when it comes to self expression, at the most basic and superfluous level. Combining the trend of the ‘urban yogi’ and ‘peacock preeening’, this seasonal story inspires flowing silhouettes with airs and flairs. Ensembles that allow one to prance and parade, with the obvious evidence of comfort, both in body and mind. Adding to the sensationalism that the current new demand, is the art of fabric manipulation creating visual interest through cascading ruffles, layered pleats and gathers. Yoga inspires trends in print such as ‘graphic marble’ that represents fluidity and serenity. The raw organic feel comes alive through ‘scratched surface’ prints. There is a playful mix of summer fabrics from linen overdoses to silk blends and the sensual sheers. The theme covers four stories: Work-a-daily, Yogasana, Spring mantra, Midsummer cocktail
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