The Lee Coren Spring/Summer 2014 collection is directly inspired by a trip that the designer recently took to Rome, Italy. Patterns and landscapes that Coren took in while abroad are reflected in bags featuring rolling hills and simplistic, romantic apparel.
Coren merged her appreciation of European travel with sustainable, durable production. This line is handmade with screen printed fabrics, some of which feature the exact images that she took with her camera while in Italy.
Interestingly, while Italian apparel is often bright and avant garde, Coren keeps the chic lot subdued and classic. Aside from some bold prints, Coren has stuck to the basics with monochromatic tones, clean cuts and styles that are long lasting.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Handmade Italian-inspired Collections
- Opportunity for fashion brands to merge ethical/sustainable production and travel inspiration to create unique and memorable designs.
- Euro Themes in Apparel and Accessories
- Potential for designers to draw inspiration from European travel and culture to create cohesive collections.
- Subdued Classic Styles in Fashion
- Opportunity for brands to incorporate timeless designs and clean cuts into their collections for long-lasting appeal.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion and Apparel
- The fashion industry can draw inspiration from travel and sustainable production to create unique collections.
- Sustainable Production
- Sustainable production can be used to create ethical and environmentally-conscious fashion.
- Travel and Tourism
- Travel and tourism can serve as inspiration for unique and memorable fashion designs.
