As Virgil Abloh has become a household name as one of the most hyped designers and collaborators in the industry, it was really no surprise how highly anticipated his OFF-WHITE Fall 2018 collection was—and it is a true ode to contemporary and equestrian-inspired fashion. The designs are assertive and smart, boasting avant-garde fits, elegant silhouettes and experimental fabrics.
Entitled the 'West Village,' the collection from Virgil Abloh draws inspiration from "the type of New York City woman who [...] rides horses in Westchester [on weekends]." The Fall 2018 equestrian-inspired fashion designs also blur the line with functional swimwear, as many of the sheer fabrics reveal a sporty one-piece suits with OFF-WHITE-branded straps.
Photo Credits: Eva Al Desnudo
Equestrian-Inspired Fashion Collections
Bella Hadid Models OFF-WHITE's Anachronistic Horse Print
Trend Themes
1. Equestrian-inspired Fashion - Fashion designers and brands can integrate equestrian-inspired details into clothing for an edgy and unique look.
2. Experimental Fabrics - Designers can experiment with unconventional and unique fabrics to create bold and avant-garde designs.
3. Functional Swimwear - Swimwear can be designed to have both fashion-forward and sporty elements, blurring the line between the two.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can draw inspiration from unconventional sources, like equestrian culture, to create unique and trendy collections.
2. Textile Manufacturing - Textile manufacturers can explore and produce unconventional fabrics to provide designers with unique materials for their collections.
3. Swimwear Industry - Swimwear designers can integrate functional elements into their designs, creating a hybrid style that is both fashionable and practical.