The Lola Faturoti S/S 2011 collection was inspired by the designer's homeland of Nigeria as well as traditional Japanese kimonos.
Faturoti's newest line features extremely flow-y looks, which are accessorized with leather belts that give the pieces more defined silhouettes. The collection is almost entirely made up of mid-length dresses, which are perfect for the spring season.
The fabrics that Faturoti chose to use for this collection are traditional Nigerian "mud cloths." The pattern resembles fans and fruit, and is cohesive with her color choices throughout the collection. The Lola Faturoti S/S 2011 line uses a bright, cheery palette of aqua blues, cherry reds, sunshine yellows and salmon pinks accented by black, white and a range of purples.
The pieces are effortlessly chic and each one is a perfect, sensible choice for the summer days ahead.
Cheery Kimono Collections
The Lola Faturoti S/S 2011 Line is Inspired by Traditional Robes
Trend Themes
1. Traditional-inspired Fashion - Designers drawing inspiration from traditional garments create opportunities for cross-cultural fashion trends.
2. Flow-y Silhouettes - The popularity of fluid and relaxed clothing designs opens up possibilities for comfortable yet stylish fashion choices.
3. Bright Color Palettes - Vibrant and cheerful color schemes in fashion collections offer opportunities for eye-catching and bold designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - The fashion industry can explore cross-cultural designs and incorporate flow-y silhouettes and bright color palettes into their collections.
2. Textile and Fabric - Manufacturers and suppliers of traditional-inspired fabrics have the chance to meet the demand for unique textiles in the fashion industry.
3. Accessories and Belts - The accessory industry can cater to the need for leather belts to enhance the silhouettes of flow-y fashion designs.