Dot Matrix & Gradient Fashion

Josh Goot Spring 2010 Channels Retro Paint Programs

I’m sure that the Josh Goot Spring 2010 collection wasn’t actually inspired by retro MacPaint and other primitive computing programs, but the black-and-white dot matrix prints coupled with the similarly-hued gradient patterns sure make me think of those good old days of graphics.

The Josh Goot Spring 2010 collection blended these black-and-white patterns with splashes of color in light blue, red, orange, and pink. The series as a whole is a study in contrast—but doesn’t it remind you of MacPaint just a little?

Retro-inspired Fashion
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