# Elegantly Embellished Ensembles The Libertine Fall 2012 Collection is Chic and Attention-Grabbing By Souzan Michael | Published 2012-02-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/libertine-fall-2012 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2012RTW-LIBERTINE) & [cbsnews](http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-502927_162-57375488/libertine-fashion-week-show-big-on-embellishment/) There is an overwhelming amount of studs and rhinestones and general sparkly goodness in the Libertine Fall 2012 collection, and girly fashionistas everywhere will surely be eternally grateful to designer Johnson Hartig for that. From plaid to studs and rhinestones, to [outrageous capes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir), chunky boots and goth-inspired maxi skirts, this collection is all over the place. This is not a bad thing, however, as the collection offers something for everyone, and in the most stylish ways possible. The Libertine Fall 2012 collection does not follow a certain look, nor does it appeal to only a specific audience. Generally speaking, whether your look is [rock-glam or more grunge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection), or even retro and sophisticated, this collection has something for you. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 18% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Embellished Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable alternatives to traditional embellishment techniques, such as biodegradable rhinestones and environmentally-friendly studs. - **Eclectic Style:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create personalized styling apps that curate eclectic outfits based on individual preferences to cater to the growing demand for unique and diverse fashion choices. - **Inclusive Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize artificial intelligence and machine learning to develop size-inclusive clothing lines that cater to a wide range of body types and eliminate the need for traditional sizing. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate augmented reality technology into online shopping platforms to allow customers to virtually try on embellished ensembles and enhanced in-store experiences. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce circular fashion concepts to the production of embellished clothing, encouraging the use of recycled materials and implementing sustainable practices throughout the supply chain. - **Fashion Tech:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore advancements in wearable technology to integrate interactive elements into embellished fashion, such as LED lights and touch-sensitive fabrics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [90s Grunge-Inspired Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection.md) - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md) - [Opulent Holiday Apparel Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunette-the-label-3.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md)