Forget the retro, ladylike fashions that have been dominating the runways for the past few seasons, the Tibi Pre-Fall 2012 collection demonstrates that it’s just as fun to be part of the boys’ club.
The old, misconstrued belief that androgynous fashion and menswear-inspired pieces can’t be flirty and sexy is diminished with this collection by Tibi’s head designer, Amy Smilovic.
By fusing cropped pants and chic zippered blazers with scattered, random floral prints here and there, Smilovic has managed to create the perfect combination of edgy and sweet clothing.
The designer told Style.com that she used floral prints in a contemporary way, saying she "pulled and twisted them for a warped effect."
Check out the Tibi Pre-Fall 2012 collection for some wearable and chic pieces.
Sleek Androgynous Silhouettes
The Tibi Pre-Fall 2012 Collection is Androgynous Yet Flirty
Trend Themes
1. Androgynous Fashion - Designers can incorporate more androgynous elements in their collections while still maintaining a flirty and sweet aesthetic.
2. Mixing Patterns - Designers can experiment with mixing patterns, such as floral prints and menswear-inspired pieces, to create new and unique looks.
3. Contemporary Floral Prints - Designers can play with contemporary floral prints that are pulled and twisted for a warped effect to create more edgy and modern looks.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore new design possibilities by incorporating more androgynous pieces and mixing different patterns together.
2. Textile and Printing - The textile and printing industry can collaborate with fashion designers to create unique patterns and prints that can be incorporated into clothing lines.
3. Retail - The retail industry can benefit from carrying clothing lines that offer androgynous pieces and mixed-pattern designs to cater to a wider audience.