# Reptilian Metal Gowns Shiny Scales and Chainmaille Mesh in Dress by Fannie Schiavoni By Elsa Blaine | Published 2011-01-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chainmaille-scales-fannie-schiavoni References: [fashion156](http://www.fashion156.com/blog.php?entry=1936&issue=36) & [fannieschiavoni](http://www.fannieschiavoni.com/index.html) Known for fabulous [chainmaille body adornments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-jewelry-piece), designer Fannie Schiavoni has now created this sexy scaly armour-like gown. A combination of draping interlocking chains and overlapping [reptilian scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake-collection), this Fannie Schiavoni dress is not particularly wearables, but I would love what it would look like worn over a black sleeveless bodysuit. As part of her most recent collection for Spring 2011, Fannie Schiavoni has also designed metal collars and a fantastic hand armor cuff in layered two-toned steel scales originating from a chainmaille bracelet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Metallic Fashion:** Incorporating metallic elements into clothing designs for a unique and edgy look. - **Armor-inspired Clothing:** Drawing inspiration from medieval armor to create clothing with an added edge. - **Chainmaille Structures:** Creating clothing that incorporates chainmaille structures for a unique look and feel. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Textile Industry:** Incorporating metallic and armor-inspired elements into clothing designs to appeal to a more daring audience. - **Jewelry Industry:** Designing jewelry that incorporates chainmaille structures to create unique pieces with an added edge. - **Cosplay Industry:** Using the inspiration of armor in clothing to create cosplay costumes that are more realistic and detailed. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biomimetic Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonhuman-life.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit.md) - [Artistic Dress NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unwearable-dresses.md) - [Avant-Garde Biomimicry Fashion Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomimicry-fashion.md) - [Metal-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-islands-metal-mesh-jacket.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md)