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# Belted, Draped Spring Style
AF Vandevorst Spring 2010 Collection Layers Sheer, Embellished Neutral

By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-11-28 | Luxury
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/af-vandevorst-spring-2010
References: [coutequecoute.blogspot](http://coutequecoute.blogspot.com/2009/11/af-vandervorst-springsummer-2010-womens.html) & [afvandevorst.be](http://www.afvandevorst.be/)

The AF Vandevorst Spring 2010 collection shows that [layering](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke) isn’t just for cold-weather seasons. These designs show sheer fabrics draped and layered atop neutral, breezy fabrics for an elegant shape that emphasizes the [feminine form](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom).

Judging from the images above, the AF Vandevorst Spring 2010 formula clearly involves embellishments, diaphanous fabrics and a fierce belt to cinch it all in. What’s your favorite look from this spring collection?

**Implications** - Tired of the dark styles emerging in the modern realm of fashion, consumers are looking for styles that feature a [softer aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein). Designs containing a more subtle aspect are appealing to those who don't want to look over exaggerated. In order to attract more shoppers, a company could focus their efforts on creating all of their items with this in mind.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.8/10
- Popularity: 79% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Soft Aesthetic Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create designs that feature a softer aesthetic, appealing to consumers who prefer a more subtle look.
- **Layered Sheer Fabrics:** Innovation opportunity for fabric manufacturers to develop lightweight and breathable fabrics that can be easily layered for a chic spring style.
- **Fierce Belted Looks:** Potential for accessory brands to create bold and statement-making belts to cinch in layered outfits and emphasize the feminine form.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation potential for fashion designers to experiment with draped, embellished, and layered styles for a fresh and elegant spring collection.
- **Fabric Manufacturing:** Opportunity for fabric manufacturers to create diaphanous fabrics that are suitable for layering and provide comfort during warm weather.
- **Accessory Design:** Innovation opportunity for accessory designers to craft fierce and eye-catching belts that can add a statement element to spring outfits.

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