# Theatrical Vintage Fashion The FASH by SWU 2012 Design Scene Exclusive is Asian-Inspired By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-04-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fash-by-swu-2012-design-scene References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2012/04/fash-swu-surachai-saengsuwan.html) & [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/) The FASH by SWU 2012 Design Scene exclusive editorial stars Zoom models Sylwia, Romana and Veronika. Captured by Surachai Saengsuwan, the models make a style statement, showcasing a wardrobe of [theatrical pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir). Exuding an ornate aesthetic, this couture portrait series displays the work of student designers from SWU. Taking inspiration from [vintage cinema](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles), these glamorous and intricately crafted garments feature rich details that include traditional Kimono-inspired silhouettes, [dramatic draping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school) and overexaggerated back bows. From wide-leg trousers to patterned tunics, the FASH by SWU 2012 Design Scene exclusive is artfully adorned and undeniably creative. Showcasing the styles of talented fashion students, this editorial spread has superstar potential, giving the young artists a platform for international exposure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 53% | 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) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Oriental-inspired Fashion:** There is an opportunity for fashion designers to create collections inspired by oriental fashion with ornate and theatrical details. - **Asian-style Theatre Design:** Theatrical set designers can create designs with oriental-inspired details like kimono silhouettes and geisha-inspired back bows. - **Glamorous Portrait Photography:** There is a demand for portrait photography that portrays ornately glamorous and intricately crafted outfits inspired by traditional Asian fashions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can take inspiration from oriental fashion and create pieces that are ornate and glamorous. - **Set Design:** Set designers can incorporate ornate details inspired by Asian fashion in theatre productions and events. - **Photography:** Photographers can offer portrait photography sessions that showcase theatrical, oriental-inspired fashion pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Uniform-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Chinese Luxury Brand Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin.md) - [Authentic Fashion House Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/springsummer-2024.md)