# Galactic Couture Fashion brands adopt interstellar references for mass pop cultural appeal. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published May 19, 2015 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/galactic-couture ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.2/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Galactic Couture trend? **Galactic Couture:** Recognizing the cult following behind sci-fi movies and TV shows, fashion brands are turning to galactic design to extend market appeal. By referencing otherworldly themes and space-age styles, brands are capitalizing on the popularity of futuristic aesthetics to not only add visual allure, but also connect with buyers in a more contemporary way. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 17 to Jul 31, 2014 - Published: May 19, 2015 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Galactic Couture trend ### Sci-Fi Influenced Fashion Fashion brands are capitalizing on the popularity of futuristic aesthetics to not only add visual allure but also connect with buyers in a more contemporary way. ### Tribal Futurism Mixing tribal and sci-fi inspirations create an avant-garde ensemble. ### Galactic Glamour Fashion designers incorporate elaborate glittery gowns and jewel-encrusted accessory pieces to bring a sultry futuristic edge to their clothing lines. ## What the Galactic Couture trend means for industry ### For Fashion Industry Fashion designers can create clothing lines that incorporate sci-fi or intergalactic inspired aesthetics. ### For Magazine Industry Magazines can promote images of galactic futurism for their fashion stories. ### For Makeup Industry Makeup artists can create new looks inspired by tribal and futuristic elements. ## Workshop question How can you tweak your product or experience to reflect the outside interests of your customer base? ## Trend signals for Galactic Couture Trend score 5.2 out of 10, from popularity 66%, activity 82%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 66% - Activity: 82% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Galactic Couture trend 4 featured examples from Feb 17 to Jul 31, 2014. - [Galactic Glamour Editorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glassbook-magazine-across-the-universe): Glassbook Magazine's Across The Universe Feature is Show-Stopping (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: The visually striking galactic fashion trend offers disruptive innovation opportunities for designers to incorporate futuristic elements into their collections. - [Otherworldly Warrior Princess Editorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w-mag-march-2014): The W Mag March 2014 Issue Gets Intergalactic (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Fashion brands can tap into the trend of intergalactic fashion and create designs that are futuristic and otherworldly. - [Galactic Futurism Editorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ctrl-alt-space): The CTRL ALT SPACE Fashion Story for MR STYLE is Unconventional (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry can capitalize on the futuristic fashion trend and galactic imagery by incorporating digitized prints and materials to create new and exciting designs. - [Intergalactic Tribalism Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auguste-abeliunaite): Numero China's Latest Issue Features Top Model Auguste Abeliunaite (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: The fashion industry can leverage tribal and sci-fi inspirations to create unique and disruptive avant-garde fashion designs. ## 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)