The newly launches Amanda Wakeley Fall 2018 collection imagines a wardrobe of a 70s rock star progeny. She describes the creative process as a lush approach, filling the capsule with printed silks, mink gilets, and cashmere knits to recall the decade. There is a blend of both craft and luxury in the Amanda Wakeley Fall 2018 collection. Some pieces include a large fitting black coat with raffia woven details, cashmere sweater with fox sleeves, and chunky intarsia knits.
The aesthetics of the 70s were channeled through items such as the trench coat coated in a berry suede, a lilac-colored long coat with cocoa ribbon details, and hem dresses and skirts with printed silk drapes. Evening apparel was another focus, offering dresses in extravagant gold with embroidered rose and swirling patterns intended to imitate moth wings.
Image Credit: Amanda Wakeley
What's Driving This Trend
- 70s-inspired Luxury Fashion
- There is an opportunity for designers to create capsule collections that evoke the aesthetic of the 70s while incorporating luxurious materials and craftsmanship.
- Printed Silk and Cashmere
- Incorporating printed silk drapes and cashmere knits into fashion collections can provide a luxurious and retro appeal.
- Intarsia Knits and Fox Sleeves
- Integrating chunky intarsia knits and fox sleeves into sweaters and outerwear can create unique and eye-catching pieces with a 70s rock star vibe.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion Industry
- Designers, fashion brands, and retailers can tap into the 70s-inspired luxury fashion trend by creating capsule collections and expanding their product offerings.
- Textile and Fabric Industry
- Textile manufacturers can develop and supply printed silk drapes and cashmere knits to cater to the demand for 70s-inspired fashion.
- Fur Industry
- Fur suppliers can collaborate with fashion designers to incorporate fox sleeves into sweaters and outerwear, adding a touch of luxury and retro style.
