Wet is the New Dry

D&G and Alexander McQueen Get Wet on the Runway

Fashion designers around the world, including Alexander McQueen and Dolce & Gabbana, have taken to the wet look. By utilizing liquid shine finishes and other techniques, the new trend offers a refreshing contrast against the bold, matte looks that are also big this year. If you want more visual examples of the wet look, you can check out fashio156.com where you'll find a new type of catwalk and an extraordinary photo proposal. They know the most important topic of interest for you are the latest outfits, so they prominently showcase them on the site. Ready to get soaked?

Wet Look Fashion
Fashion designers are embracing the wet look trend, utilizing liquid shine finishes and other techniques to offer a refreshing contrast against matte looks.
Bold Matte Looks
Bold, matte looks are also big this year, offering a striking contrast against the wet look trend.
Liquid Shine Finishes
The trend of utilizing liquid shine finishes in fashion is on the rise, seen in collections by designer brands such as D&G and Alexander McQueen.

Where This Applies

Fashion Industry
Fashion designers are utilizing the wet look and bold matte looks trends to create innovative collections and appeal to different consumer preferences.
Cosmetics Industry
The trend of liquid shine finishes may lead to the creation of new cosmetics products and formulations that mimic the wet look in fashion.
Photography Industry
The wet look trend has inspired new forms of artistic expression in photography, such as the extraordinary photo proposal showcased on fashio156.com.
SCORE
3.3 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 74%
Activity 18%
Freshness 8%

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