Dolce & Gabbana is one of the most respected Italian fashion labels, and the designing duo behind the label didn't fail to disappoint at Milan Fashion Week this February.
D&G have a heavy influence of fashion, even beyond their own high end designer label and luxury pricing. Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana's Fall 2008 collection had staple pieces, like neck scarves, that are surely already being knocked off and recreated by fast fashion labels.
A few looks to watch out for:
1970s London midi-skirts
Page boy caps
Poor-boy sweaters
Plaid shirts, pants, skirts... plaid everything!
Printed scarves
Tweedy (skirts and dresses that hit the mid-calf)
Skinny-legged pantsuits
Fur-printed chiffon
Neck Scarves, Plaid & Page Boy Caps
Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2008
Trend Themes
1. Fast Fashion Knockoffs - The trend of replicating high end designer collections by fast fashion retailers is disrupting elite fashion houses and creating more affordable options for the masses.
2. Vintage-inspired Clothing - Fashion trends from past decades, such as 1970s midi-skirts and page boy caps, are being revamped and popularized by contemporary designers.
3. Mixing Prints and Textures - The trend of incorporating multiple patterns and textures into an outfit, such as plaid shirts and fur-printed chiffon, is shaking up traditional fashion rules and allowing for more creativity in style choices.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - The fast fashion industry, as well as high-end designer labels, are being forced to adapt to changing consumer preferences for both more affordable and vintage-inspired clothing options.
2. Textiles - The rising demand for diverse and unique prints and textures in clothing presents an opportunity for textile manufacturers to create innovative and interesting fabrics.
3. Accessories - The popularity of printed scarves and page boy caps showcases the potential for accessory designers to create fashion-forward and statement-making pieces that can elevate an outfit.