# Raised Hemline Runway Looks The Opening Ceremony Pre-Fall 2012 Line Features Super-Short Frocks By Souzan Michael | Published 2011-12-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opening-ceremony-pre-fall-2012 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/2012PF-OPENCER) & [openingceremony.us](http://www.openingceremony.us/) If Pre-Fall designs are meant to give audiences a sneak peek into what's to come for fall, then the Opening Ceremony Pre-Fall 2012 collection indicates that it's going to be a chilly fall season for lovers of the brand. The collection is predominantly made up of [dresses and skirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cut-off-brief-skirt), most of which are so short that they might be hard to sit in. Nonetheless, these [baby doll dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-fall-dresses) are sure to be a hit with young fans of the brand. Available in a multitude of fun, bright colors and with a whole lot of stripes thrown in for good measure, the Opening Ceremony Pre-Fall 2012 collection is ultimately exactly what fans of the brand expect: youthful, flirty, wearable clothing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 26% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Short Hemline Fashion:** The rise of super-short frocks in fashion indicates an opportunity for designers to create edgy and daring clothing for young consumers. - **Youthful and Flirty Style:** The prevalence of baby doll dresses in the Opening Ceremony Pre-Fall 2012 collection highlights the potential for fashion brands to tap into the market of young, fashion-forward individuals. - **Bright Colors and Stripes:** The incorporation of vibrant colors and bold stripes in the collection signals an opportunity for designers to create eye-catching and playful designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the popularity of short hemline fashion and cater to the demand for daring and stylish clothing items. - **Youth Clothing:** The rise of youthful and flirty styles presents an opportunity for youth clothing brands to target the fashion preferences of young consumers. - **Textile and Print Manufacturing:** The demand for bright colors and stripes in fashion opens up opportunities for textile and print manufacturers to supply fabrics and materials with bold and vibrant designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Provocative Pre-Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-2-camp.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Transitional Wardrobe Range](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mm6-maison-margiela-prefall.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Sartorial Co-Ed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulland-2.md) - [Spring Fashion Blooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md)