# DIY Boa Fashion Ms. Kitty's Closet Shows What You Can Do With Spare Fabric and a Feather Boa By Jessica Marcel | Published 2010-01-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feather-boa References: [craftastrophe.net](http://craftastrophe.net/2010/01/spare-tablecloth-feather-boa/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/MsKittysCloset) These fashions by [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock) seller Ms. Kitty's Closet may be an example of DIY fashions gone wrong, but that doesn't mean you can't get some good ideas. Just check out the Craftastrophe blog, which points out that all you need is an extra tablecloth and a feather boa to get down tonight. A feather boa can add as much pizazz to an outfit as a [bedazzler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-couture-bracelet-kit). Check out more of Ms Kitty's Closet at the links below. **Implications** - These costumes scream 70s-chic with their fun, exotic nature. The 2-piece ensemble comes equipped with wide-legged flare pants and a shrug jacket. The eye-popping turquoise accents, complete with a bright, feathered boa that says show-girl chic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 28% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Fashion Trends:** This trend highlights the growing popularity of DIY fashion, providing opportunities for businesses to offer affordable and customizable clothing and accessories. - **Upcycling and Repurposing:** The trend of repurposing spare fabric and accessories, such as feather boas, showcases the demand for sustainable and eco-friendly fashion options, inviting businesses to create innovative products using recycled materials. - **Retro Fashion Revival:** The resurgence of 70s-chic fashion styles signifies a desire for nostalgic and unique looks, opening doors for businesses to create modern interpretations of retro clothing and accessories. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** The DIY fashion trend presents an opportunity for fashion retailers to offer DIY kits, tools, and materials that enable customers to create their own unique designs at home. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The upcycling and repurposing trend calls for the growth of sustainable fashion brands that focus on creating stylish and eco-friendly products from recycled materials. - **Costume and Party Supply:** The popularity of retro fashion and DIY costumes creates a demand for specialized costume and party supply stores, providing customers with unique and nostalgic options for themed parties and events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md) - [Unique Long-Lasting Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rave-and-festival-fashion.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Chic Satin Blazers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satin-blazer.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Confident Fashion Rebranding Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/people-will-talk.md) - [Opulent Holiday Apparel Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunette-the-label-3.md) - [Avant-Garde Radish Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radish-hat.md)