# Blossoming Bodice Gowns The Marchesa Resort 2013 Collection is a Show Stopper By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-06-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marchesa-resort-2013 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/2013RST-MARCHESA) & [marchesa](http://www.marchesa.com/) Filled with delicate details and glittering embellishments, the [Marchesa Resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-designer-marchesa) 2013 Collection is proof why this label is a red-carpet favorite. The collection is a mixture of party-friendly cocktail dresses and [wedding-worthy white gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martina-liana). The pre-collection season is where Marchesa directs its focus on what the consumers demands -- apparently that means keep doing what you do best: show-stopping dresses. Designer and co-founder Georgina Chapman collaborated with fellow co-founder Keren Craig on the pieces, paying close attention to the necklines and bodices, adorning these areas with opulent layering, crystal beading and feathered fringes. The designers also sought inspiration from traditional English gardens, using vibrant hues and floral shapes throughout the series. The curve-hugging gowns from the Marchesa Resort 2013 Collection will be on the most wanted list of celebrity stylists and socialites alike. Marchesa continues to dominate the [evening wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025) scene with their lavish and elegant ensembles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 87% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Opulent Bodice:** Opulent bodice detail as a key design element in high fashion collections. - **English Garden Inspiration:** Using vibrant hues and floral shapes inspired by traditional English gardens throughout fashion collections. - **Cocktail and Wedding Dress Mix:** Mixing party-friendly cocktail dresses and wedding-worthy white gowns within a fashion collection. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Incorporating intricate bodice details to enrich fashion design. - **Floral Arrangement:** Taking inspiration from traditional English gardens for unique floral arrangements. - **Wedding and Event Planning:** Using a mix of cocktail dresses and wedding gowns for event-planning attire. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Romantic Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Hotel-Inspired Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-st-regis-chicago-x-atelier-mira-couture.md) - [Summer Bridal Guest-Of Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-guestof-collection.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Luxury Bridal Designer Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-designer-marchesa.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md)