# Algebraic Neon Fashion The Neo Dia FW 2012 Collection Features Color-Blocked Ensembles By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-03-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-dia-fw-2012 References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/runway/b--neo-dia-aw-12-22268.html) & [neodialabel](http://neodialabel.com/) The Neo Dia FW 2012 collection features an eccentric application of color to mesh materials and voluminous silhouettes. The series features a harsh juxtaposition of [sunny and pastel colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vowels-1) combined with heavy structured leathers. The collection plays with modern shapes, building up the fabric into [futuristic forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-and-mad-architects). The show also displayed geometric gold cuffs, which tied together the pastels and blacks. The most memorable piece is the highly patterned leather chest plate. The line debuted at the [L’Oreal Melbourne](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infallible-fresh-wear-cushion-foundation) fashion festival. Neo Dia is designed by student duo Gavin Lowes and Becky Chua. The pair met on the first day of their studies at RMIT and began the collaboration. They combine their visions for exaggerated shapes and modern woven fabrics to render wearable fashion with an architectural twist. The Neo Dia FW 2012 collection is perfect for the bold fashionista longing for an experimental ensemble of meshes, leathers and pastels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 73% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Color-blocked Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry can be found by exploring the use of color-blocking techniques in clothing and accessories. - **Futuristic Forms:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry can be found by experimenting with unconventional shapes and structures in garment design. - **Architectural Twist:** The fusion of fashion and architecture presents innovative opportunities for disruptive design in both industries. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can benefit from disruptive innovation by incorporating color-blocking techniques, futuristic forms, and architectural influences into their designs. - **Textile:** The textile industry can explore innovative materials and techniques to support the creation of color-blocked, futuristic fashion designs. - **Accessories:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation in the accessories industry can be found by incorporating color-blocking techniques and architectural elements into jewelry and other accent pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Couture Color Palettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantone-dualities.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Reimagined Digital Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-23.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md)