New York Fashion Week 2013 was the very first runway event to debut an all vegan fashion collection. Vaute Couture was the label that showcased the exquisite Eco-friendly fashions. Lead designer Leanne Mai-ly Hilgart expanded the label from outerwear to a full range of ready-to-wear pieces.
The Vaute Couture 2013 collection is fashionable, functional and sticks to its values. The series of stylish garments consisted of dresses, pants, shirts, skirts and sweaters all made from vegan and eco-friendly fabrics. Highlights from the collection included lovely midi skirts, peter pan collared shirts and vibrant voluminous shirt dresses.
Leanne Mai-ly Hilgart stands by her beliefs and is spreading awareness about vegan culture and promoting vegan fashion to a widespread audience.
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Trend Themes
1. Vegan Fashion - Opportunity for designers to create fashionable and eco-friendly clothing made from vegan and sustainable materials.
2. Ethical Fashion - Growing demand for clothing that aligns with ethical values, creating opportunities for brands to showcase sustainable and socially responsible practices.
3. Cruelty-free Fashion - Increasing consumer interest in cruelty-free alternatives to traditional fashion, leading to the development of innovative materials and manufacturing processes.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Vegan fashion has the potential to disrupt the traditional fashion industry by offering environmentally friendly and ethically produced clothing.
2. Textile - Opportunity for textile manufacturers to develop and produce vegan fabrics that are both sustainable and stylish.
3. Retail - Retailers can capture the growing market of consumers looking for vegan fashion options by offering curated collections and promoting sustainability-focused brands.