One of our absolute favorite eras in textile design turned out to be a major theme on the runway this season; the groovin’ 60s and 70s. Today we’re featuring quirky geos that would give any Mod a good flashback. For additional examples of this hip trend, check out collections from Trina Turk and Orla Kiely.
Isa Arfen, dsquared2, Libertine all via Style.com
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We start our extensive review of Spring 2015 runway print trends with a sweet take on the traditional spring floral. Infused with light and a touch of blur, these airy ombre fades add just enough of a modern twist to a look that never goes out of style. Be sure to check out the new collections from Carolina Herrera and Monique Lhuillier for additional examples of how to approach this trend.
Naeem Khan, Blumarine, Badgley Mischka all via Style.com
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I heard Kimbra’s new song, 90s Music, on the radio the other week and recently decided to pull it up on Youtube for my listening pleasure. Oh, my god, Becky. I had no idea it would come with a bomb-diggity video filled with kitschy, neo-psychedelic, in-yo-face visuals. It’s filled with SUCH great inspiration for textile designers! It kind of reminds me of an updated version of Deee-Lite’s Groove Is In The Heart, which itself was a 90s throwback to the 70s. Kinda makes me wish I hadn’t thrown out my wide-leg Jnco jeans and Cross Colors gear. Below are some stills from the video but you should definitely take the time to check out the whole video here.
New York Fashion week is in full swing, and although there are plenty of shows (and several other cities) remaining, a few key color palettes are becoming rather evident. If you actually look back at the Resort 2015 color stories, you’ll find that Spring colors have not drastically changed from the previous season. Blue and yellow are both quite strong on their own, if not a bit softer this time around. Orange is quite the pop color, which you’ll find in shades from peach to rust. Although they didn’t make it into this particular color roundup, it’s worth mentioning that pastels were represented in large numbers (especially baby blue), as well as high-contrast prints in black and white.
Opening Ceremony, M Missoni, Halston Heritage, Tory Burch, Honor, Versus Versace, Wes Gordon, Mara Hoffman
Coach, Carolina Herrera, Diane von Furstenberg, Escada, Tanya Taylor, Alice + Olivia, Giulietta, Nanette Lepore
Custo Barcelona, Creatures of Comfort, Tracy Reese, Mara Hoffman, Lyn Devon, Mara Hoffman, Band of Outsiders
Kate Spade New York, Alice + Olivia, Baja East, Creatures of the Wind, Otswald Helgason, Josie Natori, Tomas Maier, Novis
Kaelen, Mara Hoffman, Tibi, Tracy Reese, Kate Spade New York, Sophie Theallet, Nonoo, J. Crew
Ocean Sunset: Kate Spade New York, Honor, Mara Hoffman, Novis, Trina Turk, Whit, Vivienne Tam, Suno
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Today we bring you the final installation in our highlight of Resort 2015 runway print trends, which centers around the cut paper collages we’ve been seeing more and more of over the past few months. It’s a fantastic way to mix prints and show off your knowledge of other popular textile trends; think of it as the crazier version of the Block Party trend we highlighted last week. If this look is to over-the-top for your client base, simplify it by using prints with a smaller scale, and limiting the number of colors used in the overall design. For more examples of how to approach this collage inspired print concept, be sure to check out our pinterest board!
Cut25 by Yigal Azrouël, Kenzo, Erdem all via Style.com
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