Model Ginta Lapina looks ultra high fashion in her latest shoot inside Harper's Bazaar June 2010, entitled 'The Season's Riches.' Shot by photographer Greg Kadel, the platinum blonde beauty wears autumn-colored ensembles with a variety of patterns and textures.
Styled by Katie Mossman and with makeup by Frank B, the model shows off incredible pieces including a fully feathered jacket, a sexy leather jacket and an ankle-length plaid skirt for 'The Season's Riches.'
Implications - In an effort to attract consumer attention, fashion designers are experimenting with textiles that are exotic, rare or uncommonly used. Corporations in other industries may similarly craft their signature products using unexpected textiles as a publicity stunt to attract consumer attention to the product they regularly sell.
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Trend Themes
1. Exotic Textiles - Fashion designers are experimenting with exotic textiles, providing opportunities for other industries to use unexpected materials to attract customers.
2. Pattern and Texture - The use of patterns and textures in fashion is on the rise, providing opportunities for businesses to incorporate these elements in their product design.
3. Feathered Garments - Feathers are becoming popular as a design element in the fashion industry, creating opportunities for businesses to incorporate feathers into their designs.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The trend of using exotic textiles in fashion can be applied to interior design, with businesses experimenting with using unusual fabrics or patterns in their products.
2. Automotive - Car manufacturers can incorporate pattern and texture into their vehicle design, similar to fashion designers experimenting with textiles.
3. Jewelry - Feathers could become a popular design element for jewelry, offering a unique twist on traditional pieces.