# Color-Blocked Tribal Collections The BCBG Max Azria Fall 2012 Collection is Impossibly Chic By Souzan Michael | Published 2012-02-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bcbg-max-azria-fall-2012 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2012RTW-BCBG) & [neontommy](http://www.neontommy.com/news/2012/02/bcbg-max-azria-fall-2012-minimalist-color-blocking) New York Fashion Week has just begun, but leave it to the BCBG Max Azria Fall 2012 collection to heat it up (and fast). Mr. Azria always produces one of the most anticipated shows of the season and his fall offering is no exception. Carrying on the [retro, 50s inspired look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallwinter-2025) that has been taking over the runways of the fashion world for several seasons now, the BCBG Max Azria Fall 2012 collection is color-blocked, full of opulent fur detailing, and features some gorgeous neon hues for a touch of modern edge. Underneath all that fur, however, is a wonderfully [minimalist collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit) that is ultimately wearable, a strong characteristic of all of Max Azria's clothing lines. The BCBG Max Azria Fall 2012 collection is sure to be one of the most memorable shows of the week. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 21% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Color-blocked Fashion:** Fashion companies can explore the use of color-blocking techniques for contemporary designs. - **Minimalist Clothing:** Clothing manufacturers can create with a minimalist approach that emphasizes function and comfort. - **Retro-inspired Design:** Designers can take inspiration from retro aesthetics that have proven to be timeless. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take advantage of the use of color-blocking, minimalism, and retro-inspired design for their future collections. - **Textile:** Textile manufacturers can work on producing materials that are both functional and stylish. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can use BCBG Max Azria Fall 2012 collection as inspiration when exploring color-blocking and retro designs for their projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Effortless Autumn Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/szane-fall-2025.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Collaborative Couture Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bach-mai.md)