Textured prints take a turn for the lighter side in this nature-driven trend. Some examples resemble cracked ice, some look more like striations found in marble, others even take on the swirling formations found in radar images of weather systems. What they all have in common are their intricate, organic details and simple, limited color palette.
The example we used in our background was made with watercolor paints, but manipulating photographs of tree bark or experimenting with paints designed for a crackle effect would be great places to start when you’re ready to make your own Cracked Ice print.
Jonathan Simkhai, J. Mendel, Tory Burch all via Style.com
Background print © Aaryn West
While there’s nothing necessarily groundbreaking about this one, a good monochromatic tribal geometric group is essential for your Spring 2015 collection. Experiment with scale and technique for ways to keep this trend looking fresh. Check out the spring shows from L.A.M.B., Adam Lippes, Nanette Lepore, and Ulla Johnson for more great examples.
Pam & Gela, Temperley London, Tory Burch all via Style.com
Background print © Aaryn West
Let yourself be swept into the past with this week’s color inspiration featuring arctic hues and romantic, vintage nuances.
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After viewing several runway collections for Resort 2012 I am noticing a trend that makes me very happy: print mixing! It appears that prints are so popular that many designers are piling them on, creating some very interesting and bold results. Here are a few of my favorites. Wallflowers need not apply.
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