# Gaudy Kaleidoscope Collections Katie Eary's Spring/Summer 2013 Line is Extravagant By Jordy E | Published 2012-10-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katie-eary-spring-summer-2013 References: [sheermag](http://sheermag.com/style/katie-eary-ss13-london-collections/) & [katieeary](http://www.katieeary.co.uk) Katie Eary's [Spring/Summer 2013 collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025) offers the best of gaudy fashion for both men and women. The mesmerizing patterns are reminiscent of opulent Roman styles, seen historically on grandiose buildings and towering gates. Eary has here incorporated the gaudy spirit into these current pieces. [String bathing suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection), loose shorts and tight suits were all covered with bright kaleidoscope patterns. The angular diamond-esque shapes came together in no particular order, delivering a chaotic mess of upscale couture. A Hawaiian, west coast attitude lies at the heart of this Spring/Simmer 2013 line. While the apparel may be a bit over the top for sandy beaches, they nonetheless borrow from a psychedelic, sun worshiping sect of surfers, evident in the swimwear and skate boards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Gaudy Fashion:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation in creating bold and extravagant clothing lines. - **Kaleidoscope Patterns:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in incorporating mesmerizing and chaotic patterns into various fashion collections. - **Surf-inspired Couture:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation in merging psychedelic and surf aesthetics into high-end fashion. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by embracing gaudy and bold designs for both men and women. - **Swimwear:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation in the swimwear industry by incorporating kaleidoscope patterns into bathing suits. - **Skateboarding:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the skateboarding industry by merging surf-inspired designs into skateboards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md) - [Romantic Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Joyous Spirit-Inspired Holiday Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opa-collection.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md)