Artists Jeremyville and Maripol recently collaborated with Forever 21 to come up with a range of apparel that commemorates some of the streetwear fashion that was popular throughout the 1980s in NYC.
On colorful dresses, bathing suits, shorts, tees, jackets, and even aprons, are a series of illustrations and retro Polaroids -- with the latter depicting iconic figures like Madonna, Andy Warhol, and Debbie Harry.
Although each of the garments boasts a statement aesthetic, the hooded jacket within in the Jeremyville and Maripol Forever 21 collection is particularly eye-catching due to its unique use of iridescent material. As the silver light-reflecting material makes up the entire exterior of the jacket, it lends its wearer an extraterrestrial vibe that transports them into the future.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- 80s-inspired Artist Apparel
- The trend for fashion apparel inspired by 80s streetwear presents an opportunity to create unique and expressive lines of clothing.
- Retro Polaroids in Fashion
- Integrating retro Polaroids of iconic figures into clothing design provides an opportunity for innovative storytelling.
- Iridescent Material in Clothing
- The use of iridescent material can offer a unique and future-forward element to clothing design.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Clothing and Apparel
- The use of nostalgic designs and iridescent materials presents opportunities for clothing brands to break from traditional design techniques.
- Marketing and Advertising
- Brands may integrate storytelling aspects into their advertising, using Polaroid-inspired design elements for an emotional impact.
- Fashion Photography
- Fashion photographers may experiment with retro elements and iridescent materials in order to make uniquely striking images.
