Where do you begin with Alexander McQueen’s Fall RTW collection for 2009? The term 'over-the-top' barely covers the designer’s wacky and extreme looks shown in Paris.
The metal filigree head armour is what hit me first. Reminiscent of Indian jewellery with red gems dripping over the eyes as lashes and silver bells decorating sleeves, this element of McQueen’s edgy trend-laden collection is warrior-inspired. The armour covers the entire uppermost parts of the body including the nose, mouth, neck and décolleté.
How ‘Ready-to-Wear’ this accessory is is left to be seen, but it sure is attention grabbing.
Head Armor Accessories
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Trend Themes
1. Extreme Warrior Fashion - Designers can explore the opportunity to create edgy and attention-grabbing fashion accessories inspired by warrior motifs.
2. Metal Filigree Head Armor - Craftsmen can develop intricate head armor designs using metal filigree techniques for a unique and bold fashion statement.
3. Indian-inspired Jewelry - Jewelry makers can incorporate Indian design elements, such as red gems and silver bells, into their accessories for a trendy and exotic appeal.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - The fashion accessories industry can embrace the demand for avant-garde and unconventional head armor pieces.
2. Metalworking - Metalworking industry can explore the market for creating intricate and decorative head armor using metal filigree techniques.
3. Jewelry - The jewelry industry can find opportunities in creating Indian-inspired pieces with red gems and silver bells, catering to the trend for unique and exotic accessories.