The Balmain Fall/Winter 2013 collection is riddled with influences from both western and eastern perspectives.
Olivier Rousteing, the head designer for the fashion house, decided to take inspiration from traditional asian garb. This can be seen in the large leather and woven Obi sashes, typically seen on Geisha's, the asymmetrical closures as well as the ornate attention to detail in its embroidery and leathers. Another large style that was consistently seen throughout his pieces were the harem pants, which originated from the Middle East. Though this specific style has seldom been seen in the world of haute couture, the mixing of intricate details and patterns with the drop crotch pants make for a very upscale and chic collection.
Any high fashion gentlemen would look absolutely exquisite donning any pieces from the Balmain Fall/Winter 2013 collection.
Haute Asian-Infused Collections
Cultural Worlds Collide in the Balmain Fall/Winter 2013 Editorial
Trend Themes
1. East-meets-west Fashion - There's an opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate Asian-influenced elements into their Western designs.
2. Geisha-inspired Fashion - There's an opportunity for designers to incorporate traditional Geisha garb into high-end fashion collections.
3. Harem Pants in Haute Couture - There's an opportunity to bring more traditional Middle Eastern clothing styles, like harem pants, into the world of high fashion.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion designers can incorporate Asian-inspired elements and traditional garments into their collections.
2. Textiles - There's an opportunity for textile manufacturers to innovate with intricate embroidery and woven fabrics inspired by Asian garb and patterns.
3. Accessories - Accessories designers can explore incorporating traditional Obi sashes into their designs to offer a unique and cultural touch to their collections.