# Marvelous Mask-Filled Runways The Maison Martin Margiela Spring 2014 Show Hints at Mystery By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2014-01-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-martin-margiela-spring-2014 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/S2014CTR-MMARGIEL/) & [vogue](http://www.vogue.com/fashion-week/spring-2014-rtw/maison-martin-margiela/review/) Mystery meets fashion when the Maison Martin Margiela Spring 2013 Couture Collection struts down the runway. The fashion-fabulous team behind the Maison Martin Margiela line went for more dark and abstruse designs for this spring's couture collection. Though the apparel in this collection is an array of abstract patterns fitted onto [flowy dresses, fitted wool coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mm6-maison-margiela-prefall) and robs, when these fashions were presented to the world, this intricate apparel was matched with [dark masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask) hiding the identity of the wearer. The runway design was a bleak and bland backdrop in a bright white, featuring pale-blue windows that brought viewers attention more so to the fashion than the show itself. The Maison Martin Margiela Spring 2014 Couture show was a dazzling affair with a little mystery behind it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dark and Abstruse Fashion Designs:** Opportunity for fashion brands to explore more abstract and mysterious designs to captivate their audience. - **Masked Identity Fashion:** Innovative potential for fashion designers to incorporate masks as a style statement and hide the identity of wearers. - **Dark and Minimalistic Runway Design:** Designers can explore creating minimalist runways to emphasize the garments and create a contrasting backdrop. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can adopt the concept of mysterious designs and masked identity to create unique and captivating collections. - **Art:** Artists can explore the use of masks in their creations, blurring the line between fashion and art. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can incorporate dark and minimalistic runway designs to enhance the focus on the showcased fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Gallery Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-springsummer-2024.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [House-Like Paper Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-show-space.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Bold Collaborative Fashion Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinters-collection.md) - [High Fashion Mud Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-2023-runway.md)