# Jeweled Medieval Runway Collections The Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2014 Collection is Dreamy and Lavish By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-03-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolce-gabbana-fall-2014 References: [fashionista](http://fashionista.com/2014/02/dolce-gabbana-fall-2014-collection-review/) & [dolcegabbana](http://www.dolcegabbana.com/fashion-show/woman-runway/) Some fashion collections are so visually lavish and beautifully artsy that it would be a shame to wear them out on a coffee run, and one such collection is the Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2014 collection. Looking magically medieval, the Dolce & Gabbana [Fall 2014 runway collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025) that debuted at Milan Fashion Week was an enchanting spectacle full of [medieval gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026) only wearable in fairy-filled forests, helmeted knights and fairy tale favorites like the red coats with a fur hood just like Little Red Hiding Hood. The fabulously gilded collection featured jeweled cowls and boots, dresses with black floral appliqués, black brocade coats with a fur collar and trim black skirt suits. The collection also features a range of [lavish accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2024) like gem-encrusted boxes for handbags, sparkling pointed ballet flats and flat pointed boots. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 74% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Visually Lavish Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating visually stunning and extravagant fashion collections that prioritize artistry over wearability. - **Medieval-inspired Runway Collections:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by showcasing runway collections with a magical and medieval theme. - **Jeweled and Gem-encrusted Accessories:** The creation of luxurious and opulent accessories adorned with jewels presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion accessory market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation by embracing the concept of visually lavish collections inspired by medieval themes. - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in the fashion accessories industry through the development of opulent and gem-encrusted products. - **Runway Shows:** Runway shows can leverage disruptive innovation by featuring collections that transport viewers into magical and medieval realms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md) - [Major High Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/from-the-heart-to-the-hands.md) - [Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-men.md) - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md)