# Trapezoidal Knitwear The Micaela Greg Fall 2009 Line Features Op-Art Apparel By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-11-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micaela-greg-fall-2009 References: [nymag](http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/11/talent_scout_4.html#) & [micaelagreg](http://www.micaelagreg.com/) For their Micaela Greg Fall 2009 collection, sister design duo Marie and Karen Potesta released [funky knits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-solana) centered on geometric, op-art patterns. With black and white as the palette, the Micaela Greg Fall 2009 knitwear line focuses especially on [origami styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhabit-collection) including architecturally twisted tops, graphic leggings, and trapeze-shaped skirts and sweaters. The collection, which is the sisters' first, also won the [Avant Garde](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens) Gen Arts International Styles Award. **Implications** - Who knew sister styles could be so darn stylish? This collection of clothing would have many people wishing they had a sibling they could collaborate with. The combination of geometric patterns within leggings, tops, sweaters and skirts proved that the Micaela Greg Fall 2009 Line has something for everyone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 21% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Geometric Op-art Patterns:** Designers can explore the use of geometric op-art patterns in their apparel lines to create visually striking and unique pieces. - **Architecturally Twisted Tops:** Incorporating origami-inspired twists and folds into tops can add a touch of avant-garde and architectural elements to clothing designs. - **Trapeze-shaped Skirts and Sweaters:** The use of trapeze-shaped silhouettes in skirts and sweaters can bring a playful and unconventional element to knitwear collections. ### Who This Affects Most - **Apparel and Fashion:** Clothing brands can incorporate geometric op-art patterns, architecturally twisted tops, and trapeze-shaped silhouettes to create innovative and eye-catching designs. - **Textile and Knitwear Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore new techniques and technologies to create knitwear that features geometric op-art patterns and unique shapes, catering to the demand for unconventional and visually striking pieces. - **Design and Creative Services:** Designers and creative agencies can provide services to fashion brands, helping them incorporate geometric op-art patterns, architecturally twisted tops, and trapeze-shaped silhouettes into their collections to stay ahead of trends and offer disruptive designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Arty Knitwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arty-knitwear.md) - [Comfortable Sophisticated Knit Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerisma-knits.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Redefined Fall Everyday Uniforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/observe.md) - [Hand- Knitted Joint Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-x-macmahon-knitting-mills.md) - [Handcrafted Fall Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-solana.md) - [Collaborative Hand-Knit Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macmahon-knitting-mills-and-beams.md) - [Camouflage-Print Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grottoflage.md) - [Versatile Sculptural Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhabit-collection.md)