Being one for massive, oversized fashion itemsâ€"especially items that you can just throw on sans buttoning or zippingâ€"I have fallen in love with Lindsey Thornburg's extra-big cloaks and capes.
The philosophy student turned fashion designer from New York City has created a collection of fantastic, fall-ready capes that feature unique prints and patterns inspired by her trip to the Peruvian highlands. Click through the gallery to see more of designs by Lindsey Thornburg.
Implications - Consumers love clothing that is still pleasing to the eye but incredibly comfortable. North American society definitely values stylish clothing but it is also an incredibly fast-paced society. This makes it hard for working women to always look their best and be comfortable. Fun designs and comfortability is definitely ideal for North American women.
Colossal Tribal Capes
Lindsey Thornburg's Incredible Draping Cloaks
Trend Themes
1. Oversized Clothing - The trend of oversized clothing provides disruption for fashion companies to design more comfortable yet stylish clothes.
2. Unique Prints - Incorporating unique prints and patterns in clothing allows companies to mix fashion with artistic expression.
3. Comfortability - Providing comfortable clothing is a disruptive innovation opportunity for clothing brands seeking to satisfy the North American market.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can leverage oversized clothing and unique prints to create innovative designs and enhance consumer experience.
2. Art - The art industry has an opportunity to collaborate with clothing brands to provide unique and refreshing clothing designs.
3. Textile Design - The textile design industry can get explore unique prints and patterns to supply innovative textile materials for clothing and fashion accessories.