# Quirky Childlike Couture The Ne-net Spring 2013 Collection Pushes Fashion Boundaries By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-10-18 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nenet-spring-2013 References: [wwd](http://www.wwd.com/runway/spring-ready-to-wear-2013/review/ne-net) & [ne-net.net](http://ne-net.net) Taking motifs from childhood toys and mystical creatures, the Ne-net Spring 2013 collection is one-of-a-kind. Designed by the eclectic Kazuaki Takashima, this collection toys with a [fantasy-like world of fashion novelty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow). Each model strutting down the runway sported quirky garment designs that mixed knits with plaids and elongated hems. Though it is difficult to describe, there is certainly a cohesive theme to this mad genius that pushsd boundaries in conventional perception of fashion. According to WWD, the feel of the RTW catwalk adhered to the eclectic garments shown: "Models floated down the switch-back runway as if in a trance, wearing knit masks and headdresses that transformed them into [fantastical creatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paranoid-fw25)." It is evident that the Ne-net Spring 2013 collection puts Takashima in the spotlight and will captivate international [avant-garde fashionistas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Childlike Couture:** Creating fashion collections that incorporate childhood toys and mystical creatures can disrupt conventional perceptions of fashion. - **Quirky Garment Designs:** Designing garments that mix knits with plaids and feature elongated hems can bring a touch of novelty to fashion. - **Eclectic Fashion Novelty:** Exploring a fantasy-like world of fashion novelty can push boundaries and captivate avant-garde fashionistas. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can embrace childlike couture and quirky garment designs to attract a unique customer base and stand out from competitors. - **Design:** Designers can tap into the trend of eclectic fashion novelty to create innovative and imaginative collections. - **Art:** Artists working in the fashion industry can draw inspiration from childhood toys and mystical creatures to create unique and captivating pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Conceptual Memory-Themed Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paranoid-fw25.md)