# Helmet-Head Menswear The David Del Rio Fall/Winter 2012 Plays Dress up with Plastic Hair By John Ibbitson | Published 2012-02-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-del-rio-fall-winter-2012 References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/ego-david-del-rio-fallwinter-2012/) This doll-inspired runway collection of the new David del Rio Fall/Winter 2012 line featured models that not only walked down the runway in [dapper, dandy styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kody-phillips), but also sported plastic helmet wigs that made them look like vintage Ken dolls. A [velvet blazer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit) with a floral bow ties and clip-on lapel flowers provided for some stark contrast when shown next to a black and white pinstriped, skirted suit. Beaded details, fringed adornments, tapestry textiles and [furs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducies-fw25-collection) were just a few of the key elements that helped unify this romantic collection. So if you’re looking for some softer, avant-garde style, consider some pieces from the David del Rio Fall/Winter 2012 collection for your wardrobe next season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 60% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Doll-inspired Fashion:** Fashion lines inspired by dolls with playful, experimental fashion pieces and accessories. - **Artificial Hair Accessories:** The rise of the use of artificial materials such as plastic, synthetic fibers or other materials as fashion accessories such as wigs, hair extensions or other hairpieces. - **Soft Romantic Aesthetics:** Designs with romantic aesthetics, incorporated with beaded details, fringed adornments, tapestry textiles, and furs. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion brands and designers integrating playful and experimental patterns, textiles and accessories into their collections. - **Cosmetics:** Cosmetic companies focusing on products to wear with doll-inspired makeup, bold hair and accessories. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Designing and creating clothing lines and wigs inspired by famous dolls to offer a new experience to their consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Ambitious Luxury Menswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kody-phillips.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Evolutionary Menswear Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ss-daley-1.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Contemporary Fall-Centric Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latimmier.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md)