# Dreamy Retro Fashion YDE Reflects Back to 1940 for Spring 2009 By Elsa Blaine | Published 2009-01-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamy-retro-fashions-yde-reflects-back-to-1940-for-spring-2009 References: [stylehive](http://www.stylehive.com/bookmark/YDE--by-Ole-Yde-539651) & [yde-copenhagen](http://www.yde-copenhagen.com/ss2009_04.html) YDE fashions evoke a dreamy feeling of days gone by. The photography of the Spring 2009 collection is nothing less than glorious. Designer Ole Yde uses misty filtering effects, neutral colours, and smoky lighting to create images that look as if they could have been taken in the 1930’s or 1940’s. Models, pale as alabaster, have early 1900’s hairstyles and pose with large single white flowers. The clothing itself flashes back as well, with [frills, flounces, polka dots, and feathers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection). Bows and [babydoll dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorette-springsummer-collection) also fit into the YDE [feminine fairytale theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 77% | 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) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Fashion:** Opportunity for brands to tap into nostalgia and create modern twist on vintage styles. - **Misty Filtering Effects:** Potential for technology companies to develop photo editing tools that mimic misty filtering effects. - **Feminine Fairytale Theme:** Chance for home decor companies to create whimsical and dream-like furniture and accessories. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore retro-inspired collections to attract customers seeking a nostalgic look. - **Technology:** Technology companies can develop innovative photo editing tools to replicate misty filtering effects. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to design imaginative and playful furniture and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Enchanting Mediterranean Swim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-sol-collection.md) - [Island-Inspired Summer Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sel-de-mer.md) - [Uniform-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school.md) - [Vibrant Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorette-springsummer-collection.md) - [Understated Spring-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein.md) - [Spring Fashion Blooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md)