# Royal Ruffled Neckwear Millie Cockton Creates Regal Paper Pleats By Rachel | Published 2009-07-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millie-cockton-neckwear-pleat References: [dazeddigital](http://www.dazeddigital.com/view/default.aspx?Category=12&ArticleID=4100&PageNum=1) Millie Cockton creates paper designs that are certainly not for the meek, but perfect for the dramatic diva and divo. Her designs are inspired by old royalty and her [paper pleated neckwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti) shows it. The designs are admittedly more for stage than for street, but the fact that they are [made from paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastille) makes these Millie Cockton designs even more impressive. Take a look above. **Implications** - The recent recession prompted budget-tight consumers to shop more sparingly, causing thrift stores to rise in popularity. This has led to a resurgence of [retro and antique fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry), allowing customers to showcase their unique tastes. Companies can incorporate elements of antiquity into their product designs to appeal to these consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Resurgence of Retro and Antique Fashions:** Companies can incorporate elements of antiquity into their product designs to appeal to budget-tight consumers who seek unique tastes. - **Thrift Store Popularity:** The rise of thrift stores due to budget-tight consumers presents an opportunity for companies to create products that cater to this market. - **Dramatic Diva and Divo Fashion:** Designers can explore creating dramatic and theatrical fashion accessories like Millie Cockton's ruffled neckwear to appeal to a niche market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can incorporate retro and antique elements into their designs to cater to the resurgence of retro and antique fashion trends. - **Thrift Stores:** Thrift stores can capitalize on their rising popularity by curating unique retro and antique fashion pieces and collaborating with designers who cater to this market. - **Theatrical Accessories:** Companies can explore creating theatrical accessories like ruffled neckwear to appeal to the niche market of dramatic divas and divos. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement-Making Bridal Veils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/non-traditional-wedding-veils.md) - [Pleated Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moleskine-and-issey-miyake.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Opulent Floral Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-hackney.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Unique Elevated Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdive.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md)