The fantastic 'Sea Monsters' Collection of the Karen Walker SS12/13 lookbook has arrived, and features some updated granny fabrics.
The designs, which are brocade-like, are a spin on traditional women's attire. The chic, yet old-fashioned with a spin outfits are inspired by 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. The chin-grazing collars, bright pops of color and ladylike prints are reminiscent of a simpler time. However, the current styles and modern accessories give some pizazz to the line that draws upon past styling patterns including paisley, florals and ruffles.
Putting the edge in some dainty duds, Walker's SS12/13 collection brings high fashion to out of date patterns. With a modern poof on top, the model adds the perfect touch of classically chic glamor.
Bright Brocade Fashion
The Karen Walker SS12/13 Collection is Brazen
Trend Themes
1. Brocade Fashion Trend - Brocade fabrics have made a comeback in the fashion industry, creating new opportunities for designers to modernize traditional women's attire.
2. Old-fashioned Prints Trend - Old-fashioned prints such as paisley, florals and ruffles are making a comeback in the fashion industry, as designers blend the old with the new to create unique, chic outfits that draw upon past fashion trends.
3. Classic Glamor Trend - Classic glamor is becoming increasingly popular in the fashion industry, as designers bring high fashion to out of date patterns and modernize them with contemporary accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - Fashion designers and retailers can take advantage of the brocade fabric trend to create new fashion lines that update traditional women's attire and appeal to modern sensibilities.
2. Textile Industry - Textile manufacturers and suppliers can capitalize on the old-fashioned prints trend by producing high-quality, unique fabrics that blend past and present fashion trends.
3. Accessories Industry - Accessory designers and manufacturers can leverage the classic glamor trend by creating modern accessories that pair well with vintage prints, brocade fabrics, and other old-fashioned fashion elements.