Environmental groups all over the world would throw a collective hissy fit if they saw French fashion designer Romain Kremer's plastic-themed Fall 2009 collection.
Crossing the boundary of gender identification, Kremer's show featured men wearing transparent skirts and dresses and other outfits that clearly revealed their underwear.
Implications - The color palette that Kremer used is a mix of hot pink with basic neutrals such as black and white. Some of the models walk down the runway with large headpieces that cover much of their faces. All of the clothing features a peek-a-boo patch where you can see the model's skin. I would really enjoy seeing a man wearing these outfits out in the street. That would really make my day!
See-Through Menswear
Romain Kremer's Clear Plastic Couture For Fall 2009
Trend Themes
1. Transparent Fashion - Opportunity to disrupt the fashion industry by creating transparent clothing lines that challenge traditional gender norms.
2. Bold Color Palettes - Opportunity to introduce vibrant and unconventional color combinations in fashion collections to stand out in the market.
3. Headpiece Fashion - Opportunity to explore innovative headpiece designs that add an element of mystery and allure to fashion looks.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunity in the fashion industry by embracing transparent clothing and embracing unconventional gender expressions.
2. Textile Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity in the textile manufacturing industry by developing new materials that offer transparency without sacrificing durability.
3. Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity in the accessories industry by creating unique and eye-catching headpieces that complement bold fashion statements.