# Saintly Chic Catwalks The Alistair Trung FW 2012 Collection is Breezy and Romantic By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-03-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alistair-trung-fw-2012 References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/runway/b--alistair-trung-aw-12-22265.html) & [alistairtrung.au](http://www.alistairtrung.com.au/) The Alistair Trung FW 2012 collection was debuted at the [L’Oreal Melbourne](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healing-lip-balm) fashion festival. The series features a myriad of [elegant drapery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit) and feathery detailing. Though silhouettes favor exaggerated proportions, fabrics and colors are simple maintaining the wearable element of the series. The piles of fabric and spontaneous compilations evoke a sense of movement, emphasizing the delicate aspects of the models’ bodies. Memorable moments from the show include a Cousin It-esque hair mask, feather-adorned arm warmers and an asymmetrical fur hat. Alistair Trung says on his site, “I’d like to make clothes that doesn’t give women a nervous breakdown.” The designer’s work is emotionally charged, lending fans a thick, carefree attitude. The Alistair Trung FW 2012 collection emphasizes the sensuality of the female form in a curation of [romantic pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Exaggerated Proportions:** Opportunity for designers to create bold and dramatic fashion pieces that push the boundaries of traditional silhouettes. - **Feathery Detailing:** Potential for incorporating feather elements into fashion designs, adding a touch of whimsy and elegance to garments. - **Spontaneous Compilations:** Chance to experiment with unconventional fabric layering and drapery techniques to create unique and eye-catching fashion designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for designers to explore unconventional techniques and materials, creating fashion that stands out from the crowd. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Opportunity to develop and produce fabrics that incorporate feathery elements, providing designers with new and exciting materials to work with. - **Fashion Retail:** Chance for retailers to showcase and market bold and unique fashion pieces that cater to consumers seeking fashion-forward and boundary-pushing designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Timelessly Charming Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mi-amor-collection.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Contemporary Fall-Centric Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latimmier.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md)