# Exaggerated Coven Couture The Comme des Garcons Spring Line Offers Bewitching Over-the-Top Attire By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-10-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garcons-spring References: [10magazine](http://www.10magazine.com/shows/comme-des-garcons-ready-to-wear-ss16) & [vogue](http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/spring-summer-2016/ready-to-wear/comme-des-garcons/full-length-photos/gallery/1496295) The [Comme des Garcons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cdg-postman-bag) Spring/Summer '16 collection is a highly theatrical line of cryptic chic looks. This collection is bound to [cast a spell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hocus-pocus-apparel-collection) over the fashion industry. Promoting a sense of seduction and extravagance, the Comme des Garcons Spring/Summer '16 witches are far from menacing and more creative. This collection is an elaborate fantasy which features 16 looks that mirror sculptures opposed to actual garments. The color palette is mainly monochromatic with seven looks coated in different shades of blue. Frills, ruffles and [feathers are key details](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026) in this collection, which have been exaggerated and maximized to fit in among the voluminous sleeves and extended ball skirts. The Comme des Garcons Spring/Summer '16 collection is sure to form a coven among fashion fans this spring/summer season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cryptic Chic Looks:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating mysterious and unconventional fashion designs. - **Theatrical Fashion:** Potential for disruptive innovation in designing highly dramatic and visually striking clothing. - **Exaggerated Details:** Innovation opportunities in exploring the use of exaggerated frills, ruffles, and feathers to create unique fashion pieces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Opportunity for fashion designers to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional and theatrical styles. - **Luxury Fashion:** Potential for luxury fashion brands to incorporate cryptic and exaggerated elements into their high-end collections. - **Artistic Fashion:** Innovation opportunities in merging fashion with art, creating wearable sculptures that challenge traditional notions of clothing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Uniform-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md)