# Romantic Vanguard Vixens The Gareth Pugh Spring 2013 Collection Epitomized Avant-Garde Craft By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-09-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gareth-pugh-spring-2013 References: [fashionologie](http://www.fashionologie.com/Gareth-Pugh-Spring-2013-Runway-25170873) & [garethpugh.net](http://www.garethpugh.net/) Models walked down the runways of the Gareth Pugh Spring 2013 collection show in veils and avant-garde frocks. The surreal collection that toyed with exaggerated silhouettes, flamenco-inspired ruffles and an ultra-modern mix of emphasized flare sleeves and pants. Using leather paneling in black, decadent silk in white-grey and crimson valentine-red, Pugh showcased a design ideal that redefines his [avant-garde aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens). Each fierce exit was complimented by decorate detailing. The veiled aspect of each look added to the [eerily romantic feeling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026) of the collection. Ethereal silhouettes contrasted by strong accents were meant to hint at a juxtaposing strong-feminine beauty. The British designer has established himself as a seasoned contender in the [Paris Fashion Week spectacle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-by-demna). His mix of inspired luxury with modernistic vanguard have resonated well with aficionados of fashion theatrics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Avant-garde Fashion:** This trend indicates a growing consumer interest in fashion pieces that deviate from traditional designs, creating opportunities for designers to experiment with unconventional styles and materials. - **Romantic Ethereal Aesthetics:** This trend shows a rising preference for fashion pieces that exude a romantic, ethereal quality, which could inspire designers to explore alternative ways of creating ethereal looks with avant-garde elements. - **Flamenco-inspired Styling:** This trend shows a renewed interest in flamenco-inspired fashion elements such as ruffles, inspired by traditional Spanish dance costumes, which offers opportunities for designers to create innovative pieces that blend avant-garde and traditional styles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** This industry could benefit from opportunities to experiment with and create avant-garde fashion pieces with romantic and ethereal aesthetics, inspired by unconventional elements and materials. - **Textile Production:** This industry could leverage the trend towards incorporating unconventional and ethereal materials into avant-garde fashion pieces to create new and innovative textiles with unique properties and aesthetics. - **Luxury Retail:** This industry could cater to an increasing demand for avant-garde fashion pieces that incorporate exclusive and non-traditional materials, by stocking up on unique and exquisite items that stand out from mainstream luxury fashion brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [High-End Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-bridal-couture.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md)