The easiest way to add a touch of edge and a downtown-cool look to an evening gown is through the use of accessories, and the J Mendel Pre-Fall 2012 collection demonstrates that idea flawlessly.
By topping off breathtaking evening gowns in feminine hues and sophisticated fabrics with a fur shawl, a look is immediately taken from basic red carpet gown to star-worthy, best-dressed list status.
"We were very focused on bringing back the essentials of J. Mendel," Gilles Mendel told Style.com. According to the designer, the theme of the J Mendel Pre-Fall 2012 collection is "unapologetic luxury." It's hard to deny that the Pre-Fall offering just screams "luxury."
From fur-topped evening gowns to casual jeans and sweater combos, this is one collection that is sure appear on celebrities and fashion insiders everywhere.
Fabulous Fur-Topped Gowns
The J Mendel Pre-Fall 2012 Collection Fuses Elegance with Edginess
Trend Themes
1. Fur-topped Evening Gowns - Opportunity for designers to innovate by incorporating fur accessories to elevate the elegance and edginess of evening gowns.
2. Downtown-cool Accessories - A growing trend in adding edginess to eveningwear by using accessories that give a touch of downtown-cool aesthetics.
3. Unapologetic Luxury - Demand for luxurious fashion offerings that exude opulence and sophistication, creating opportunities for designers to showcase unapologetic luxury in their collections.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can tap into the trend of fur-topped gowns and incorporate luxurious elements to create innovative and sought-after collections.
2. Accessory Design - The rise of using edgy accessories to enhance the look of evening gowns presents an opportunity for accessory designers to create unique and fashionable pieces that cater to the demand.
3. Luxury Retail - Luxury fashion retailers can leverage the trend of unapologetic luxury to curate exclusive collections that appeal to high-end clientele seeking opulent and sophisticated designs.