# Latex on the Catwalk Next Season's Fashion Fetish By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-03-02 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-fabric-infiltrates-fashions-latex-fetish-on-the-catwalk References: [styleguru.org](http://www.styleguru.org/entry/latex-the-new-fetish/) Have a suppressed fetish for latex? The fashion industry says this year is the year to indulge yourself with latex fashion from head to toe. Emma Cook of fashion house [Balenciaga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunaform) showcased the newest use for latex. Stretched, fitted, and garnished with luxury, latex is a hot commodity. Stretch your desire and include some latex in your wardrobe. **Implications** - Latex isn't traditionally used for high fashion designs and is the last thing many would expect to see on the runway. Incorporating [new material in the fashion industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir) shows the motivation designers have to get as innovative as possible with new designs. Designers shouldn't be afraid to come up with ways to put clothes together. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 46% | 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) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Latex Fashion:** The rise of latex on the runway introduces an opportunity for fashion designers to experiment with new materials and tap into a unique niche market. - **Fetish Wear:** As fashion becomes more daring and alternative, there is an opportunity for designers to create unique pieces that appeal to those who have a suppressed desire for fetish wear. - **Luxury Latex:** Luxury brands can experiment with latex to create high-end, upscale pieces that cater to their luxury clientele seeking something bold and unconventional. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can explore the use of unconventional materials, such as latex, to create daring and innovative designs that cater to a specific niche market. - **Luxury Fashion:** Luxury fashion brands can venture into the niche market of fetish wear by incorporating luxurious latex designs into their collections. - **Alternative Fashion:** As fashion trends become more daring and alternative, there is an opportunity for designers to create bold and unconventional pieces that appeal to those seeking something outside of mainstream fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Contemporary Fall-Centric Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latimmier.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Couture Ketchup Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-robe-ketchup.md)