# Futuristic Armored Runways The Lanvin Fall 2012 Collection Features Embellished Embroidery By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanvin-fall-2012 References: [coutequecoute.blogspot](http://coutequecoute.blogspot.com/2012/03/lanvin-autumnwinter-201213-womens_08.html) & [lanvin](http://www.lanvin.com/) The [Lanvin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanvin-en-bleu) Fall 2012 ready-to-wear collection takes style cues from armor-inspired fashions. Sculptural in shape, this bold runway presentation dares to stand apart from the crowd with exaggerated proportions, sleek structures and oversized silhouettes. From [futuristic shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set) to fur-adorned accents, this stunning womenswear collection is the epitome of high glamour. Fusing luxe leathers, fur accents and embellished embroidery, this chic showing proves that fashion is in the details. Intricately constructed and carefully crafted, this dynamically designed collection is heating up [Paris Fashion Week](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07). From oversized looks to body-hugging ensembles, the Lanvin Fall 2012 ready-to-wear collection fuses sophistication with an understated sensuality. With plenty of personality and an undeniable sense of fashion flair, this attitude-filled show is a display of eclectic character and cool confidence sure to get people talking. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 65% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Armor-inspired Fashions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of everyday clothing incorporating armor-inspired elements for a unique blend of style and protection. - **Embellished Embroidery:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a digital platform that allows customers to customize and order garments with personalized embellished embroidery designs. - **Exaggerated Proportions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of 3D printing technology to produce fashion pieces with exaggerated proportions, pushing the boundaries of traditional garment design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate wearable technology into clothing designs that seamlessly merge style and functionality. - **Luxury Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leverage sustainable and ethical practices to create a collection of high-end luxury goods that resonate with conscious consumers. - **Digital Fashion Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a virtual fitting room app that uses augmented reality to allow users to try on and style garments from various brands at home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md)