# Contemporary Geisha Runways The Dimitri Fall 2013 Ready-to-Wear Debut Stayed True to Femininity By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-02-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dimitri-fall-2013 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2013RTW-DIMITRI/) & [bydimitri](http://www.bydimitri.com/shop) The Dimitri Fall 2013 ready-to-wear collection channeled geisha aesthetics to compose [fierce feminine looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow). Dimitri is an Italian import that showcased it's collection at Berlin fashion week. The intriguing series boasted a wide variety of looks held together by the same front bun hairstyle. Each model strutted down the runway in a combination of [wild prints and over-sized silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set). The show made an impression with its printed aqua and neutral second-skin dresses and leggings. Additionally, the collection unveiled [short dresses and knee-length skirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1) with Raffia detailing and plastic dresses paired with faux-fur coats. The ready-to-wear looks were meticulous and designed with a feminine aesthetic in mind. The Dimitri Fall 2013 women's runway show was a stylish success and a moment of pure fashion bliss. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Geisha-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating a line of clothing and accessories that incorporates traditional geisha aesthetics with modern designs. - **Printed Aqua and Neutral Dresses:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing a line of sustainable and eco-friendly printed dresses in aqua and neutral tones. - **Raffia and Plastic Detailing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing a collection of high-end clothing and accessories that feature unique Raffia and plastic detailing for a bold and avant-garde aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leveraging geisha-inspired fashion to create a niche market for unique and culturally-inspired designs. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating sustainable materials and practices into the production of printed dresses in aqua and neutral tones. - **High-end Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing Raffia and plastic detailing in high-end fashion to create distinctive and attention-grabbing garments and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [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) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md) - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Contemporary Fashion Retrospectives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-by-demna.md)