# Inkblot Test Fashion Brian Reyes' Spring 2010 Prints Are Psychologically Fashionable By Jacqueline Parrish | Published 2009-09-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkblot-test References: [coutorture](http://www.coutorture.com/5010153?page=0,0,49) & [brianreyes](http://www.brianreyes.com) Brian Reyes' Spring 2010 collection made use of [symmetrical, thought-provoking prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection) highly reminiscent of the infamous Rorschach Inkblot Test used by psychologists world-wide. With inkblot test prints designed for the modern woman, Brian Reyes presented a balanced collection full of [ruffled dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025), his signature lingerie, and chic evening gowns worthy of the red carpet. **Implications** - No cultural archetype is immune to innovation and hybridization, which is why it is so exciting to see two [seemingly disparate things combined](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection). These quirky pieces blend fashion and a well-known psychological test, and it is the unlikely nature of their partnership that makes them stand out in a bold way. What this means for companies looking to find their own novel breakthrough is that sometimes innovation is as easy as combining two completely dissimilar things into one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 8% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Psychological Fashion:** The combination of fashion and psychological elements opens up opportunities for unique and thought-provoking designs. - **Hybridized Archetypes:** Innovation lies in the merging of seemingly disparate concepts, creating unexpected and eye-catching products. - **Bold Partnerships:** Collaborating with unlikely partners can lead to innovative and attention-grabbing creations in the fashion industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore the integration of psychological elements to create unique and captivating designs. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can draw inspiration from the fusion of archetypes to create visually stunning and thought-provoking works. - **Psychology and Wellness:** The psychology and wellness industry can leverage the use of fashion as a medium to promote mental health awareness and self-expression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Cult Film-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice1.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Conceptual Memory-Themed Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paranoid-fw25.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Spring Fashion Blooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Reimagined Digital Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-23.md)