For Fall 2009, designers all seem to be looking to one particular print: the eyelash.
I suppose it makes sense that feminine designs are printed with eyelashes. They are a definite symbol of femininity, and when put on ruffled shirts and 40's styled dresses, they reach a new level of feminine style. Check out the feminine lash fashions found by Trend de la Creme above!
Implications - North Americans are currently moving towards a more egalitarian mode of sexual equality and the fashion industry is reflecting this change through gender neutrality. Corporations looking to convey themselves as forward-thinking may consider openly expressing this social change in ways that are appropriate for their particular industry.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Feminine Design
- Eyelash fabric is a new trend in feminine design for Fall 2009, creating opportunities to innovate with lash-inspired prints and textures.
- Gender Neutrality
- The move towards gender neutrality in fashion design highlights a larger social shift, presenting opportunities for corporations to reflect these changes in their industry.
- Symbolic Prints
- Utilizing symbolic prints, such as the eyelash, in fashion design adds a new level of symbolism and meaning to clothing, creating opportunities for designers to innovate with more abstract prints.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion Industry
- The eyelash fabric trend presents new opportunities for fashion designers to innovate with lash-inspired prints and textures.
- Beauty Industry
- The eyelash trend could inspire unique and creative packaging designs for beauty products, such as mascara or eyelash extensions, utilizing the eyelash print for a cohesive and on-trend look.
- Textile Industry
- The eyelash motif can be incorporated into a variety of textile products, creating new opportunities for innovation with lash-inspired prints and textures.
