# Oriental Orchid Shoots The Elle Espana March 2011 Editorial Takes You Away to the Far East By Summer Luu | Published 2011-02-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elle-espana-march-2011-editorial References: [zombieandcandy](http://zombieandcandy.com/hana-soukupova-by-pascal-chevallier-for-elle-espana-march-2011) & [elle.es](http://www.elle.es) Inspiration from the Far East sweeps through the fashion world in the [Elle Espana](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ksubi-by-elle-collection) March 2011 editorial featuring Hana Soukupova. In oriental style, Soukupova is dressed in silky, exotic ensembles matched with pretty [Chinese parasols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin) and outstanding orchid accessories. Traditional kimonos and embroidered frocks get a modern makeover for the [Asian-inspired collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-golden-age-models) in the Elle Espana March 2011 editorial. **Implications** - The globalization of pop culture has brought Asian culture to North America and inspired a new wave of consumers who are interested in Far East fashion and traditions. This Elle Espana editorial features Asian-influenced style in a modern context, adding an air of luxury and opulence to these timeless looks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Globalization of Asian Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a global online platform for designers and consumers to access and showcase Asian-inspired fashion. - **Modernizing Traditional Styles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and eco-friendly materials and techniques to update traditional Asian fashion. - **Luxury Asian Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce high-end orchid accessories and parasols with a modern twist. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate Asian-inspired collections and collaborations into mainstream fashion retail. - **Online Fashion Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch an online marketplace specifically for Asian-inspired fashion, connecting designers and consumers. - **Accessory Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a specialty brand focusing on luxury Asian-inspired accessories, catering to high-end clientele. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lunar New Year Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-new-year-campaign1.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Feminine Spring Apparel Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom.md) - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Chinese Luxury Brand Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin.md) - [Floral-Imbued Fashion Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-of-yves-saint-laurent.md) - [Show-Inspired Tropical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-white-lotus-1.md) - [Tranquil Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livms-soul-place-series.md) - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md)