The AF Vandevorst AW12 collection is another example of the upcoming fall season's obsession with oversize winter accessories. First it was Marc Jacobs' gigantic fur hats and now AF Vandevorst is introducing face-engulfing scarves. Perhaps it is that these designers want people to focus more on the body rather than the face.
Unveiled during Paris Fashion Week, the AF Vandevorst AW12 collection is not just about the scarves. The fashion line is also rife with rich wrap jackets, luxe leather accents and tailored pant suits. All of the outfits were designed in a palette of neutrals and blacks with the occasional rusty reds.
The AF Vandevorst AW12 collection wrestles between a feminine and masculine identity. Nevertheless, both work together to create stunning and elegant ensembles perfect for the fall season.
What's Driving This Trend
- Oversized Winter Accessories
- There are opportunities for designers to create new and unique winter accessories, such as scarves and hats, that add value by offering practicality with style.
- Hiding the Face
- There is a trend towards hiding the face in fashion, designers can capitalize on this trend by creating new and innovative ways to cover the face while still being fashionable.
- Gender-neutral Clothing
- Designers can innovate in creating clothing to create a gender-neutral identity to create stunning and elegant ensembles.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of oversized winter accessories and hiding the face in creating new products for consumers.
- Retail
- Retailers who specialize in winter clothing and accessories can stay ahead of the trend by offering unique, fashionable winter products to their customers.
- Design
- Designers can create new and innovative winter accessories and clothing to meet the demand for practical and stylish winter products.
