# Eccentric Texture Runways The Catherine Malendrino Autumn/Winter 2012/2013 Collection is Versatile By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-03-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catherine-malendrino-autumn-winter-2012-2013 References: [coutequecoute.blogspot](http://www.coutequecoute.blogspot.ca/2012/03/catherine-malandrino-autumnwinter.html) & [catherinemalandrino](http://www.catherinemalandrino.com/) The Catherine Malendrino Autumn/Winter 2012/2013 ready-to-wear collection features bold looks fit for a globe-trotting fashionista. Showcasing a wide array of rich textures, this bold womenswear lines shines a spotlight on sheer, netted accents, bold corseted detailing and impeccable tailoring techniques. Visually stunning and versatile, this striking collection features a bold mix of [suited separates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mm6-maison-margiela-prefall), [rich outerwear pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhabit-collection) and [eye-catching evening-wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025). Draped in a sea of monochromatic tones, models sport bright bursts of color, looking effortlessly elegant while embracing a distinctive fashion point of view. The Catherine Malendrino Autumn/Winter 2012/2013 ready-to-wear collection features intricate details and flawless craftsmanship and would shine in any global fashion capital. With aesthetic and function in mind, this wearable collection exudes attitude, personality and flirty fashion flair. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rich Textures:** Opportunity for the textile industry to experiment with more textured fabrics and for designers to incorporate them into their collections for a bold and versatile look. - **Monochromatic Colors with Color Accents:** Innovation opportunity for the fashion industry to create visually stunning collections using bold color accents on a monochromatic color palette. - **Versatile Ready-to-wear:** Opportunity for ready-to-wear fashion designers to create collections that are both wearable and visually striking, combining intricate details and flawless craftsmanship. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Textile Industry:** The textile industry can experiment with producing more textured fabrics, such as netted accents, for fashion designers to incorporate into their collections. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can innovate by creating visually striking collections that use bold color accents on a monochromatic color palette. - **Ready-to-wear Industry:** There is an opportunity for ready-to-wear fashion designers to create collections that are both versatile and visually striking, combining intricate details and flawless craftsmanship. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Comfortable Sophisticated Knit Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerisma-knits.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.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) - [Arty Knitwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arty-knitwear.md)