# Fabulous Floral Headpieces The Alexis Mabille Spring 2012 Haute Couture Collection is Rainbow Chic By Souzan Michael | Published 2012-01-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexis-mabille-spring-2012-haute-couture References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/S2012CTR-AMABILLE) & [fashioninquisitive](http://www.fashioninquisitive.com/2012/01/paris-couture-week-alexis-mabille.html) The Alexis Mabille Spring 2012 Haute Couture collection is sure to be one of the most memorable and dramatic shows of Haute Couture Fashion Week in Paris. The French designer debuted his incredible collection that featured models sauntering down the runway wearing [massive rose-petal headpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-accessories-collection) in different colors, with matching painted faces and chic outfits. For such opulence on top, the clothes themselves were surprisingly (and thankfully) simple and wearable. Chic pencil dresses and [gorgeous flowing gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandra-rich) took center stage -- a difficult task when the models looked like life-size, walking fragrance bottles with those flowers on their heads. However, the Alexis Mabille Spring 2012 Haute Couture show was all about the clothes and, while the [rainbow-bright accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanels-new-high-jewelry-collection) and face paint could have been distracting, the clothing remained the focal point of the show. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Floral Accessories:** Fashion and costume designers can explore using floral accessories like the rose-petal headpieces as avant-garde statement pieces. - **Nature-inspired Fashion:** Nature-inspired outfits and accessories, such as flower-embellished pieces or floral prints, could be used to create bold and artistic looks. - **Chic Simplicity:** Designers can create outfits with simple silhouettes and subtle accessories that let statement pieces like the floral headpieces shine on their own. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Designers can create floral accessories and nature-inspired looks to add avant-garde elements to their fashion lines. - **Costume Design:** Floral headpieces and other natural elements can be used to create extravagant and artistic costumes for theater or film productions. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can use floral accessories to create unique and unforgettable themes for weddings, parties, or photo shoots. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Floral-Imbued Fashion Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-of-yves-saint-laurent.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Floral High-End Makeup Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camlia-futura.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md)