Alexis Mabille’s Couture line for Fall 2009 was light, airy and see through. Many of his pieces were made of sheer fabrics or featured strategic slits of skin.
Alexis Mabille’s couture pieces were so light that the outline of the model’s body was visible through the clothing, giving a very sexy, sensual effect.
Overall, the critics were suitably pleased with the show, considering Alexis Mabille is one of the younger designers in the Paris Couture week.
Peek-A-Boo Frocks
Alexis Mabille's Fall 2009 Couture Line Shows a Lot of Skin
Trend Themes
1. Sheer Fashion - Opportunity for designers to create clothing made of sheer fabrics or featuring strategic slits of skin.
2. Sensual Couture - Potential to explore designs that emphasize the body and create a sexy, sensual effect.
3. Lightweight Clothing - Innovation opportunity to develop garments that are lightweight and provide a sheer, ethereal aesthetic.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Designers can embrace sheer fabrics and strategic cutouts to create bold and new fashion statements.
2. Couture - Opportunity for couturiers to incorporate sensual and lightweight elements into their high-end fashion creations.
3. Textile Manufacturing - Developing lightweight, sheer fabrics that offer both comfort and style for the fashion industry.