# Bright Brocade Fashion The Karen Walker SS12/13 Collection is Brazen By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-05-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karen-walker-ss12-13 References: [oystermag](http://oystermag.com/karen-walker-ss1213-lookbook-0) & [karenwalker](http://www.karenwalker.com/) The fantastic 'Sea Monsters' Collection of the Karen Walker SS12/13 lookbook has arrived, and features some updated granny fabrics. The designs, which are brocade-like, are a spin on traditional women's attire. The chic, yet old-fashioned with a spin outfits are inspired by 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. The chin-grazing collars, bright pops of color and [ladylike prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow) are reminiscent of a simpler time. However, the current styles and modern accessories give some pizazz to the line that draws upon past styling patterns including [paisley, florals and ruffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection). Putting the edge in some dainty duds, Walker's SS12/13 collection brings high fashion to out of date patterns. With a modern poof on top, the model adds the perfect touch of classically chic glamor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Brocade Fashion Trend:** Brocade fabrics have made a comeback in the fashion industry, creating new opportunities for designers to modernize traditional women's attire. - **Old-fashioned Prints Trend:** Old-fashioned prints such as paisley, florals and ruffles are making a comeback in the fashion industry, as designers blend the old with the new to create unique, chic outfits that draw upon past fashion trends. - **Classic Glamor Trend:** Classic glamor is becoming increasingly popular in the fashion industry, as designers bring high fashion to out of date patterns and modernize them with contemporary accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion designers and retailers can take advantage of the brocade fabric trend to create new fashion lines that update traditional women's attire and appeal to modern sensibilities. - **Textile Industry:** Textile manufacturers and suppliers can capitalize on the old-fashioned prints trend by producing high-quality, unique fabrics that blend past and present fashion trends. - **Accessories Industry:** Accessory designers and manufacturers can leverage the classic glamor trend by creating modern accessories that pair well with vintage prints, brocade fabrics, and other old-fashioned fashion elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md) - [Vibrant Bold Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bruceglen.md) - [Avant Garde Seasonal Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brucolic.md) - [Romantic Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Effortlessly Elegant Womenswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-springsummer-2024.md)