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Artfully Compressed Garments

The Comme des Garcons Spring 2013 Collection is Stunning

— October 1, 2012 — Luxury
The Comme des Garcons Spring 2013 collection embraced compression as designer Rei Kawakubo created pieces of distinct avant-garde aestheticism.

Each garment was a complex multi-layered piece that almost scrunched different pieces of fabric. This cohesive motif was prominent throughout the entire ready-to-wear collection and made for detailing that made this Spring 2013 show bold and theatrical. Each look was complemented by the model's long white locks, and over-the-top headpieces that stayed true to Kawakubo's "crush" ethos for this season.

Theatrics were taken into account in all aspects of this runway show, even tempo. The models strutted in a painstakingly slow manner at first, then proceeded to do quick trots only to finally slow down again for the finale. With such fantastic detailing and boundary-pushing garments, the Comme des Garcons Spring 2013 collection was a smashing success.
Trend Themes
1. Compression Fashion - The trend towards compression fashion will continue as designers explore ways of making avant-garde aestheticism pieces.
2. Multi-layered Garments - Designers will explore creating multi-layered pieces that scrunches different fabrics for a distinctive look.
3. Slow Fashion Shows - Fashion shows will continue to explore unique and theatrical presentations, including the usage of models in a slow-paced tempo.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry should take a cue from Comme des Garcons and look for ways to incorporate compression garments and multi-layer fabric construction.
2. Runway Show Industry - Fashion event organizers should explore how they can produce unique and theatrical runway presentations for designers to showcase their clothes, including featuring slow fashion shows.
3. Textile Industry - The textile industry should consider developing new fabrics that can be compressed without losing their quality and appearance, which will enable designers to create multi-layered garments with distinctive aesthetic.
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