The Thom Browne S/S '16 show was held on September 14th, 2015 as part of the S/S '16 NYFW shows. Although the runway was located in NYC, Browne brought a collection full of Eastern influences.
In addition to the runway, American designer Thom Browne had a schoolhouse installed into his show space complete with a desk for every model. Just like Thom Browne's latest menswear collection, the Thom Browne S/S '16 line carries a very Japanese aesthetic utilizing motifs and uniforms. The little jackets and pleated skirts range in length from cropped blazers and mini skirts to full length jackets and midi skirts.
With a color palette ranging from gray to pastels, this collection is a definite S/S '16 highlight.
Japanese Schoolgirl Couture
The Thom Browne S/S Show Brought Grade A Style to New York Runways
Trend Themes
1. Eastern Influences in Fashion - Opportunity for designers to incorporate Japanese aesthetic and motifs into their collections.
2. Schoolgirl-inspired Fashion - Potential for creating trendy clothing items such as cropped blazers, pleated skirts, and mini skirts.
3. Color Palette: Gray to Pastels - Chance to capitalize on the popularity of gray and pastel shades in the S/S '16 season.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can explore Eastern influences and schoolgirl-inspired fashion in their collections.
2. Textile Manufacturing - Textile manufacturers can develop fabrics and materials that capture the specific color palette of S/S '16 collections.
3. Retail and E-commerce - Opportunity for retailers to stock and sell clothing items that align with the Eastern influences and color trends of S/S '16.