# High-Low Feather Dresses Cult Gaia's Emi Dress is Handcrafted with Opulent Feather Detailing By Jana Pijak | Published 2020-10-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emi-dress References: [cultgaia](https://cultgaia.com/products/emi-dress-off-white) [Cult Gaia's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cult-gaia-x-raxxy) Emi Dress in Off White is a feathered high-low gown that embodies opulence. Whether worn to a night out or as an [alternative to the traditional bridal gown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-atelier-collection), this dress makes a bold statement thanks to its textured aesthetic. The dress is crafted from rayon and [ostrich feather materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/majestic-feathers) and speaks to Cult Gaia's effortlessly elegant signature aesthetic. The online fashion retailer is best known for its sculptural handbag accessories -- first gaining attention for its iconic Ark bag, featuring a caged design that has been recreated in wood and colorful acrylic varieties. Cult Gaia's apparel range also mimics its accessories' sculptural and sophisticated details, blending flattering silhouettes, bold hems and rich textiles like silks and feathers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Feather Fashion:** As feather detailing gains popularity in high-end fashion, there is an opportunity for designers to experiment with new, feather-based designs in dresses and other clothing items. - **Sculptural Apparel:** With Cult Gaia's successful blending of sculptural accessories and elegant garments, there is an opportunity for other designers to similarly blend fashion and art to create unique, high-end clothing. - **Alternative Bridal Gowns:** As more unconventional clothing items gain popularity in formal settings, there is an opportunity for designers to create a new market for alternative bridal gowns such as the feathered Emi Dress. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers have the opportunity to appeal to high-end fashion consumers by offering unique, sculptural clothing items such as the Emi Dress. - **Fine Art and Design:** As the line between fashion and art becomes increasingly blurred, artists and designers have an opportunity to create unique, sculptural clothing items that blur the boundary between clothing and fine art. - **Wedding Apparel:** With more couples opting for unconventional wedding attire, there is an opportunity for apparel designers to create a new market for alternative bridal gowns featuring unique designs such as feather detailing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autumn Occasion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-fall-dresses.md) - [Tunic-Style Summer Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-back-shift-dress.md) - [Inclusive Bridal Gown Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feather-kissed-collection.md) - [Comfort-Focused Bridal Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearly-mini-dress.md) - [Luxurious Handmade Silk Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-silk-garments.md) - [Summer Bridal Guest-Of Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-guestof-collection.md) - [Statement Jacket Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cult-gaia-x-raxxy.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md)