# Sicilian Fairytale Couture The Dolce & Gabbana Fall Collection Boasts a Magical Theme By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2016-03-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabbana-fall References: [vogue](http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/fall-2016-ready-to-wear/dolce-gabbana) & [dolcegabbana](http://www.dolcegabbana.com/woman/fashion-show/fall-winter-2016-17/catwalk/) Most girls fantasize about being a fairytale princess and the [Dolce & Gabbana](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) Fall 2016 collection was created for those kinds of girls. Highlighting such iconic princesses as Aurora, Cinderella and Snow White, Stefano Gabbana and Domenico Dolce produced a comprehensive collection that brings the fairytale fantasy to life. Steering away from their usual Italian heritage theme, Dolce & Gabbana told a story of Kings, Queens, evil step sisters and prince charming through fitted midi dresses, black lace, houndstooth coats, oversized tailoring and [military jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school). For those that don't pick up on the whimsical theme right away, the Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2016 collection also offers [novelty sweaters showing the Seven Dwarves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viktorrolf-x-disney), cats, chandeliers, tailor mice and toadstools, as well as box bags made in the shape of castles and pumpkins. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Fairytale Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create collections inspired by iconic princesses and fairytale themes. - **Novelty Sweaters:** Potential for clothing brands to design sweaters featuring whimsical and fantasy-inspired motifs. - **Storytelling Collections:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the trend of creating comprehensive collections that tell a story or theme. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage fairytale-inspired designs and storytelling collections to appeal to consumers. - **Clothing:** Opportunity for clothing brands to introduce novelty sweaters with fantasy-themed motifs to attract customers. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can create unique and fun box bags inspired by fairytale elements like castles and pumpkins. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Soft-Colored Disney Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinderella-capsule.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Uniform-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Couture Collector Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viktorrolf-x-disney.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md)