Philli Wood is one of the incredibly talented designers to have their work featured at the University Of Westminster Graduate Fashion Show 2013; and the unusual collection is capturing a lot of attention.
The garments make an interesting juxtaposition of winter looks with summery colors; combining a jumbo-sized screen printed chunky knit pattern with amped-up sorbet colors like psychedelic pink and neon nectarine. Even though the models are mostly covered head-to-toe -- wrapped with cowls, jackets and scarves -- the looks have a fresh summery vibe to them.
Thematically, the oversized prints are not the only big part of the collection. The layered voluminous silhouettes, coloring and knitwear references make this womenswear collection exude warmth. The inventive garments by Philli Wood are truly a testament to this young designer's bright future in the fashion industry.
Illusory Printed Knit Garments
Philli Wood Shows Faux Knits at the Westminster Grad Show 2013
Trend Themes
1. Faux Knit Fashion - The trend of creating faux knit garments using printed fabrics opens opportunities for cost-effective and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional knitwear.
2. Seasonal Juxtaposition - Combining winter looks with summery colors in fashion designs creates a unique and attention-grabbing contrast, providing for disruptive innovation opportunities.
3. Innovative Silhouettes - The use of layered and voluminous silhouettes in fashion designs offers opportunities for innovative approaches in creating unique clothing pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore the trend of faux knitwear as a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional knitwear.
2. Textile Printing - The industry of textile printing can expand with the development of innovative printing techniques to create faux knit print fabrics.
3. Apparel Manufacturing - The apparel manufacturing industry can benefit from the use of new silhouettes and seasonal juxtapositions to create fresh and trend-setting clothing lines.