# Sculptural Haute Couture The Iris Van Herpen SS11 Collection Combines Fine Art With High Fashion By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-01-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-van-herpen-ss11 References: [dazeddigital](http://www.dazeddigital.com/fashionweek/womenswear/ss11/article/9454/1/iris-van-herpen-ss11-haute-couture) & [irisvanherpen](http://www.irisvanherpen.com/irisvanherpen.html) The Iris Van Herpen SS11 Collection is an amazing array of stunning garments that transcend simple clothing as they are also masterfully crafted works of art. The collection displays how [new digital technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set) has influenced Iris Van Herpen's style; from the techniques used to construct the pieces to the way her designs are drawn up. The marvelous Iris Van Herpen SS11 line is a union of [art, fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025) and [sculptural works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhabit-collection). Utilizing materials normally reserved for architecture, Van Herpen creatively brings in new innovations to the fashion world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 81% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sculptural Fashion:** The trend towards haute couture designs that combine artwork and architecture has created opportunities for designers to utilize new materials and technologies. - **Digital Fashion Technology:** The use of new digital technology has revolutionized the fashion design process and created opportunities for designers to create unique and innovative pieces. - **Art-inspired Fashion:** The focus on combining art and fashion has created opportunities for designers to create works of art that are also wearable garments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can utilize new materials and technologies to create sculptural works of art that push the boundaries of traditional fashion design. - **Architecture:** Architects can collaborate with fashion designers to translate their designs and materials into wearable art, expanding their reach beyond just buildings. - **Technology:** New digital technologies can be utilized by fashion designers to create innovative pieces that challenge the traditional norms of the industry and push boundaries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reimagined Digital Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-23.md) - [AI-Inspired Fantastical Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastical-bridal-collection.md) - [Archaeology-Inspired Eco-Friendly Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aelis.md) - [Futuristic Robotic Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeuchi-hiroto.md) - [Luxury Fashion Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-fashion-sculpture.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Avant-Garde High Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md)