# Contemporary Oriental Catwalks The Motonari Ono Fall 2012 Show Features Exaggerated Proportions By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-03-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motonari-ono-fall-2012 References: [wwd](http://www.wwd.com/runway/fall-ready-to-wear-2012/review/motonari-ono) & [motonari-ono](http://www.motonari-ono.com/) The Motonari Ono Fall 2012 ready to wear collection is making waves at Tokyo Fashion Week. Fusing a modern aesthetic with a traditional Japanese inspiration, the bold designer creates a chic collection that is both strong and feminine. From high-waisted trousers to flirty frocks, this collection shines a spotlight on [oriental-inspired patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin) and rich red solids. Paying homage to the Japanese culture and the fashions associated with it, the Motonari Ono Fall 2012 ready to wear collection dares to stand apart from the crowd. A juxtaposition of hard and soft elements, this alluring and demure runway presentation is the epitome of high glamor. From short silhouettes to intricately adorned accent details, this [bold womenswear collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection) is a modern take on cultural Japanese garments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 23% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Oriental-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity to create fusion styles that blend traditional Japanese fashion with contemporary western influences. - **Bold and Feminine Designs:** Opportunity to create fashion lines that highlight both strong and feminine elements. - **Rich Solid Colors and Patterns:** Opportunity to incorporate bold colors and traditional patterns in fashion design. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take inspiration to create unique, high fashion garments that blend cultures. - **Textile:** The textile industry can capitalize on the trend of incorporating traditional Japanese patterns and colors in fabric design. - **Retail:** The retail industry can cater to consumer demand for oriental-inspired fashion by curating unique, high-quality garments from various designers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Middle Eastern-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-ii-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Fall Technical Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atom-collection.md) - [Fall Textile Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-collection-1.md) - [Kimino Making-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origata-collection.md)