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
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Fur-topped Evening Gowns — Opportunity for designers to innovate by incorporating fur accessories to elevate the elegance and edginess of evening gowns.
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Downtown-cool Accessories — A growing trend in adding edginess to eveningwear by using accessories that give a touch of downtown-cool aesthetics.
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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
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Fashion Design — Fashion designers can tap into the trend of fur-topped gowns and incorporate luxurious elements to create innovative and sought-after collections.
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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.
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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.