# Fiery Motif Tastemakers favor graphical statement pieces enveloped in flames. By [Rebecca Byers](https://www.trendhunter.com/becbyers), Insights Research at Trend Hunter | Published Aug 27, 2018 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/fiery-motif ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.1/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Fiery Motif trend? **Fiery Motif:** Proving that once ironic imagery can quickly lend itself to serious fashion moments, high-end brands are elevating emoji-esque flame graphics in all kinds of apparel and accessories. Championed by tastemakers, the success of the nostalgic motif hints at the recent pattern of high-brow fashion taking itself less seriously by devouring whole decidedly mundane themes in an elevated manner. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: May 20, 2017 to Jul 16, 2018 - Published: Aug 27, 2018 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Fiery Motif trend ### Nostalgia Graphics High-end brands are elevate nostalgia graphics in all kinds of apparel and accessories. ### Motorsport-Inspired Footwear Bold and attention-grabbing designs influenced by motorsports are making their way into footwear collections. ### Loud Visuals on Apparel Fashion houses like Prada are infusing their designs with bold graphics and motifs. ## What the Fiery Motif trend means for industry ### For Fashion The high-end fashion industry is consistently experimenting with trends and pop culture references. ### For Footwear Footwear has always been an area of creative expression and designers are relying heavily on bold graphics and daring designs. ### For Streetwear Streetwear and rap culture have been heavy influences in fashion in recent years, and are inspiring more creative collaborations between musicians and labels. ## Workshop question What nostalgic design motif can you repurpose into your product's design in order to communicate a certain level of self-awareness? ## Trend signals for Fiery Motif Trend score 4.1 out of 10, from popularity 52%, activity 62%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 52% - Activity: 62% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Fiery Motif trend 5 featured examples from May 20, 2017 to Jul 16, 2018. - [Motorsport-Inspired Stilettos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vetements-stilettos): These New Vetements Stilettos Boast a Racing-Inspired Look (Category: Fashion) Implication: Fashion designers can incorporate car racing motifs into their designs to expand their audience. - [All-Black Fire Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-sneakers): Vans Updates Its Old Skool with a Dynamic Flame on the Tonal Sole (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation by incorporating creative design updates into their product offerings, inspired by trends in the footwear industry. - [Custom Flame-Emblazoned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fre-customs-vans): These New FRE Customs Vans are Available in Women's Sizes Only (Category: Fashion) Implication: Innovative shoe manufacturers can explore customizing sneakers with flame detailing for a unique and trendy appeal. - [Luxe Graphic Bowling Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flame-shirts): Prada's Flame Shirts are Adorned with Attention-Grabbing Designs (Category: Luxury) Implication: The luxury fashion industry can benefit from incorporating unique and attention-grabbing designs that appeal to a broader range of customers. - [Cotton-Constructed Rapper Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joey-bada): Joey Bada$$ Unveils His Highly Anticipated Collection With PONY (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry can leverage the trend of cotton-constructed urban apparel and the popularity of collaborations with musicians and influencers to appeal to younger demographi… ## Recent trend clusters - [Scaled Restraint](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/small-luxury-watches) (Fashion) - [Sneaker Theater](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sneaker-theater) (Fashion) - [Ritual Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ritual-systems) (Fashion) - [Athletic Styling](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/athletic-styling) (Fashion) ## Trending in Fashion - [Paisley-Shelled Collector Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paisley-shelled-collector-sneakers) - [Fruit-Inspired Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themed-wristwatches) - [Deluxe Beauty Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-and-prestige) - [Modular Winter Wardrobes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moose-knuckles-fallwinter-2026) All articles: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion)