# Ruffled Oceanic Ensembles The Balenciaga Resort 2013 Collection Channels the Deep Blue Sea By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-06-10 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-resort-2013 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/2013RST-BALENCIA) & [balenciaga](http://www.balenciaga.com/default/) The jellyfish-like ruffles and textured bonnets add an oceanic theme to the [Balenciaga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-2025-campaign) Resort 2013 collection. The soft muted palette is paired with statement-setting accessories and eye-catching silhouettes. While some designers are choosing streamlined resort wears, Balenciaga brings a more [whimsical and profile-challenging lookbook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025) to the stage. The collection is full of contemporary pantsuits, dimensional hemlines and striking textured accessories. The light breezy fabrics and romantic silhouettes are contrasted by [bold gladiator stilettos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche) and rocker-chic clutches. Although this lookbook appears to be inspired by creatures of the sea, don't expect to find any mermaid beach do's on these models. The designer has opted to finish things off with old-school diving caps and slicked-back ponytails. The Balenciaga Resort 2013 collection is full of charming seaside details and picturesque ensembles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Oceanic-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and eco-friendly materials that mimic the unique textures and colors of oceanic creatures in fashion. - **Textured Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create 3D-printed accessories with intricate textures and designs that add a statement to any outfit. - **Whimsical Lookbooks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Use augmented reality technology to create interactive and immersive lookbooks that bring fashion collections to life. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate sustainable practices throughout the fashion supply chain, from material sourcing to production and distribution. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative and comfortable footwear designs that combine bold gladiator styles with practicality and functionality. - **Retail and Marketing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize virtual reality technology to create immersive shopping experiences and personalized recommendations for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Island-Inspired Summer Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sel-de-mer.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Romantic Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection.md) - [Modern Vacation Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resort-wear-collection.md) - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Enchanting Mediterranean Swim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-sol-collection.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Mediterranean-Inspired Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escape-into-the-blue.md)