# Clashing Cultured Couture The Diane von Furstenberg Resort 2013 is Eclectic By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-06-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diane-von-furstenberg-resort-2013 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/2013RST-DVFURSTE) & [dvf](http://www.dvf.com/) Known for her heavily patterned ensembles, the Diane von Furstenberg Resort 2013 collection is [clash-happy and packed with vibrant hues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection). DVF and her creative director Yvan Mispelaere gathered inspiration from a visual road trip of America. The collection is fun, festive and youthful, yet remains true to DVF's ladylike aesthetics. [Abstract tropical florals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025) and whimsical fish-scale motifs are evident throughout the collection. Furstenberg has also updated her signature wrap dress this season, opting for shorter hemlines and shoulder-baring cuts. The strong neon colors in the Diane von Furstenberg Resort 2013 collection are a refreshing addition to the designer's trademark clashing prints. DVF has also paid close attention to accessories this season, pairing its tailored looks with [color-blocked purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furla-debuts) and paparazzi-shielding sunglasses. The fluorescent yellow wrist clutch is sure to be a knock-out seller -- save one for me, Diane! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Abstract Tropical Florals:** Abstract tropical florals are an emerging trend in the fashion industry, offering disruptive innovation opportunities for designers to create bold and eye-catching patterns. - **Color-blocked Purses:** Color-blocked purses are gaining popularity in the fashion industry, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities for accessory brands to create visually striking and unique designs. - **Shoulder-baring Cuts:** Shoulder-baring cuts are a growing trend in the fashion industry, providing disruptive innovation opportunities for designers to create modern and elegant silhouettes. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating abstract tropical florals into their collections, creating vibrant and unique designs. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can tap into the trend of color-blocked purses by designing and producing visually striking and versatile handbags that cater to consumers' desire for bold and unique accessories. - **Apparel:** The apparel industry can embrace the trend of shoulder-baring cuts by offering a range of stylish and modern tops and dresses that cater to the growing demand for elegant and feminine clothing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaboration Springtime Clothing Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diane-von-furstenberg-for-target-collection.md) - [Bold Playful Summer Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duvin-design-co.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) - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Resort-Ready Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-oliver.md) - [Modern Vacation Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resort-wear-collection.md) - [Vintage Miami Beachwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-2024-menswear-collection.md) - [Print-Forward Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection.md)