The Junya Watanabe Fall 2014 RTW collection is a striking collection that plays primarily with two things: the color black and circles. Watanabe himself described the collection as "Patchwork madness," which can be seen through the way the many pieces of fabric come together.
The dark collection was presented in an equally dark venue, although the detailed appliqué did not go unappreciated. Textures used in the collection included satin, velvet, bouclé, leather, lace and sequins, giving the garments plenty of dimension and volume. Although black has come to be a color that's a staple in most wardrobes, this collection reminds that black can hold its own as a statement piece, rather than serving as support for a color.
Circular Patchwork Collections
This Junya Watanabe Fall Collection Revels in the Blackest Blacks
Trend Themes
1. Patchwork Madness - Opportunities for disruptive innovation in textile design by exploring new ways to combine different fabrics and textures to create unique and visually striking garments.
2. Black as a Statement - Disruptive innovation in fashion by reimagining the color black as a bold and powerful choice that can stand on its own and make a strong fashion statement.
3. Dimension and Volume - Opportunities for disruptive innovation in garment construction and textiles by experimenting with textures like satin, velvet, bouclé, leather, lace, and sequins to create garments with enhanced dimension and volume.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - The fashion industry can explore new ways to combine fabrics, reinvent the color black as a fashion statement, and experiment with different textures to create unique and visually striking garments.
2. Textile and Material Design - The textile industry can innovate by developing new techniques and technologies to create patchwork designs, enhance the dimension and volume of garments, and experiment with different fabrics and textures in fashion.
3. Event and Venue Design - The event and venue design industry can take inspiration from the dark and detailed aesthetic of the Junya Watanabe Fall collection to create immersive and visually stimulating environments for fashion shows and other events.