Cathedral Arch Bras
Gothic Church-Inspired Lingerie by Marlies Dekkers Is Paradoxical Chic
It’s not often that you see sexy lingerie created through divine inspiration, but, as Trend de la Creme points out, that’s exactly what fueled the Summer 2009 collection by Netherlands-based Marlies Dekkers. The fashion was inspired by Gothic cathedral arches, similar to what one might see in Wells Cathedral located in the United Kingdom. Fitting, considering the recent proliferation of nuns in fashion. (Is it just me, or does anyone else feel some of Madonna’s controversial "Like a Prayer" coming on?)
Trend Themes
1. Gothic-inspired Lingerie - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create lingerie designs inspired by unconventional themes like Gothic architecture.
2. Religious Fashion Trend - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine religious symbolism with modern fashion to create unique and controversial clothing items.
3. Paradoxical Chic - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in the fashion industry by merging opposing elements to create paradoxical and visually striking designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate architectural inspiration into clothing lines to create distinctive and avant-garde fashion.
2. Lingerie - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reinvent lingerie by incorporating unexpected themes and designs that challenge traditional norms.
3. Art and Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the intersection of art and fashion by creating wearable pieces that reflect unconventional inspirations.