# Floaty Celestial Fashions Dolce & Gabbana Shines With Stars for Fall 2011 By Elsa Blaine | Published 2011-03-01 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolce-gabbana-stars References: [knighttcat](http://www.knighttcat.com/2011/02/dolceandgabbana.html) & [dolcegabbana](http://www.dolcegabbana.com/) The Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2011 line is spilling over with stars (not the celebrity kind, but the celestial type). Gorgeous [flowing star-printed chiffon gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection) are unexpectedly teamed with mens dress shoes and purses strapped around the models’ waists. Heavenly classic black and white dresses and tops glitter with lace inserts, huge star earrings and [animal print handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emerald-dolce-box-bag). Although I love the yellow halter gown, it’s the [golden metallic mini dress ensemble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025) that catches my eye most. Sparkle and shine is what this outfit is all about and the chain necklace dripping with multi-colored twinkling star cut-outs is magical. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Celestial Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to incorporate star-inspired prints and celestial elements into their fashion lines. - **Mixing High and Low Fashion:** Potential for combining elegant gowns with unexpected elements like mens dress shoes and purses for a unique and bold fashion statement. - **Lace Inserts and Animal Print:** Demand for dresses and tops that combine classic black and white designs with lace inserts and animal print accessories for a glamorous and edgy look. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Innovative designers can capitalize on the trend of celestial fashion to create unique and eye-catching clothing designs. - **Shoe Manufacturing:** Opportunity for shoe manufacturers to create new designs that blend traditional mens dress shoes with feminine and elegant elements. - **Accessory Market:** Potential for growth in the accessories industry with the demand for animal print handbags and star-themed jewelry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Luminous Galactic-Themed Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-couture.md) - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md) - [Holiday Statement Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-2024-holiday-collection.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Fashion House-Created Highlighters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stabilo-boss.md) - [Designer Beach Resort Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-club-popup.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md)