Spanish designer and artist Maruja Mallo drew inspiration from one of her own deep sea paintings for her Bimba and Lola Spring 2014 collection.
Drawing from a 1950s paintings Mallo titled 'Mermaids,' this fishy fashionable line features an array of apparel adorned in shimmery metallic leather covered in beautiful greens and golds. Going for a more under the sea feel, Mallo used an abundant amount of loose knits in her latest collection to symbolize fishing nets as well as the soft motions of a mermaids tail swishing through the water. All of the fabric in this collection is heavily accented with beautiful patterns as well as neoprene to resemble sea sponges.
The Bimba and Lola Spring 2014 line is beautifully designed and most likely Ariel approved.
Metallic Mermaid-Inspired Fashions
The Bimba and Lola Spring 2014 Collection is a Big Splash
Trend Themes
1. Mermaid-inspired Fashion - There is an opportunity for innovative designers to create unique fashion collections inspired by the beauty and fantasy of mermaids.
2. Shimmery Metallic Leather - The use of shimmery metallic leather in fashion opens doors for disruptive innovation in the materials industry, creating new possibilities for clothing and accessories.
3. Under the Sea Motifs - The incorporation of under the sea motifs and textures in fashion allows for disruptive innovation in textile design, creating visually stunning and imaginative collections.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - The fashion design industry can explore the trend of mermaid-inspired fashion and create garments that capture the enchantment and allure of the mythical sea creatures.
2. Materials Manufacturing - The materials manufacturing industry can explore the use of shimmery metallic leather as a unique material for fashion, creating new opportunities for bold and eye-catching designs.
3. Textile Design - The textile design industry can experiment with under the sea motifs and textures to create innovative and visually striking fabrics for fashion collections.