# Midnight Purple Velvet Couture The John Galliano Fall 2014 Fashion Show Debuted Stunning Metallics By Kristina Marković | Published 2014-03-05 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-galliano-fall-2014 References: [nymag](http://nymag.com/thecut/fashion/shows/2014/fall/paris/rtw/john-galliano.html) & [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2014RTW-JNGALLNO) The John Galliano Fall 2014 women's collection was debuted at [Paris Fashion Week](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07). The collection extravagantly combines [retro-pane velvet hues and metallic fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantone-dualities). The stunning velvet colored trench coats are glazed with metallic sheen that is to die for. The John Galliano Fall 2014 fashion show features styles lined with feathers and crystallized constructions. Galliano is known for his eccentric designs, which are typically worn by bold women. However, the controversial designer has arguably made some of the most stunning, ready-to-wear styles of the 2014 seasons. The stunning Galliano styles for the fall season boast sweetheart necklines, belted waists, [flaring skirts and high-waisted pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025). The luxurious fashions are richly hued and mixed with crocodile scales. The modern velvet bonded fabrics are the epitome of luxury and femininity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro-pane Velvet Hues:** Opportunity for designers to incorporate vintage-inspired velvet fabrics into their collections, creating a nostalgic and luxurious aesthetic. - **Metallic Fabrics:** Potential for innovative textile manufacturers to develop new metallic fabrics that offer a sheen and shimmer for a glamorous look. - **Feathers and Crystallized Constructions:** Promising area for fashion accessories designers to explore the use of feathers and crystallized elements in their designs, adding a touch of opulence and uniqueness. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Designers can utilize retro-pane velvet hues to bring a new twist to their garments, attracting vintage-loving customers. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can invest in developing and producing metallic fabrics that appeal to the fashion industry's demand for innovative materials. - **Fashion Accessories:** Designers can experiment with avant-garde designs incorporating feathers and crystallized constructions, catering to fashion-forward consumers seeking statement pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Refined Quiet Luxury Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-journey.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md) - [Timeless Sophisticated Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallwinter-2025.md)