# Colorfully Foreign Lookbooks The Charlotte Taylor S/S 2012 Collection is Japanese-Inspired By Ana Lopez | Published 2011-10-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charlotte-taylor-s-s-2012 References: [fashionodor](http://www.fashionodor.com/charlotte-taylor-springsummer-2012-collection/) & [charlottetaylorltd](http://www.charlottetaylorltd.com/) Emerging and talented fashion designers continually bring to the table new and refreshing style exemplified by the [Charlotte Taylor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joyphoria-body-cream) S/S 2012 collection. The British fashionista created a spectacular line that is full of [bold hues and exotic patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorette-springsummer-collection). By incorporating aspects of Japanese art and culture, Taylor produces pieces that move and adjust to the female silhouette. Short and long dresses and skirts are prominent garments of the collection, along with scarfs and belts that match the patterns and prints of the dresses. Greens, oranges and yellows are strongly present in most of the ensembles, adding energy and playfulness to these [spring looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection). The Charlotte Taylor S/S 2012 lookbook feels young and chic, and is the perfect collection to welcome the warmer seasons. The collection is accompanied by an charming short film produced by Harriman Steel : ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Bold Hues and Exotic Patterns:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to incorporate vibrant colors and unique patterns into fashion designs. - **Japanese-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine elements of Japanese art and culture with contemporary fashion to create innovative and eye-catching designs. - **Short Films as Fashion Marketing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize short films to showcase fashion collections and bring a new level of storytelling to the fashion industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce bold and exotic elements into fashion designs to attract a younger and more adventurous consumer base. - **Textile and Print Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new printing techniques and fabrics that can replicate vibrant colors and intricate patterns inspired by Japanese art. - **Digital Media and Marketing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of short films and other innovative digital marketing strategies to promote fashion collections and engage with consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Playful Spring-Forward Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection.md) - [Travel-Ready Summer Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangerine-palisade.md) - [Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-5.md) - [Refined Spring-Ready Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-springsummer-uniqlo-c-collection.md) - [Understated Spring-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Vibrant Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorette-springsummer-collection.md) - [Vibrant Bold Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bruceglen.md)