# Intricate Paper Frocks This 'Pratt + Paper & Ralph' Pucci Exhibit is Sure to Amaze By annaOMline | Published 2011-01-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-fashion-pratt-pucci References: [ralphpucci.net](http://www.ralphpucci.net/index.asp?page=current) & [pratt.edu](http://www.pratt.edu/news/view/students_recognized_by_top_industry_professionals_for_paper_sculpture_desig/) After a long semester of study in texture and form, 50 multidisciplinary Pratt Institute’s School of Art and Design students were challenged to dress Ralph Pucci’s mannequins entirely in paper. The stunning [fashion paper works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moleskine-and-issey-miyake) created during this project are now part of an [exhibition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/from-the-heart-to-the-hands) titled 'Pratt + Paper & Ralph Pucci,' available to be viewed in Pucci’s Gallery Nine Showroom . Furthermore, these [paper dresses and sculptural pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastille) within the 'Pratt + Paper & Ralph Pucci' exhibit can also be seen at the displays of some famous stores like Macy´s New York. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 92% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Paper Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and environmentally friendly paper-based materials for use in the fashion industry. - **Multidisciplinary Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Foster collaboration between artists and designers from various disciplines to create unique and innovative works. - **Art-driven Exhibitions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and interactive elements into art exhibitions to enhance visitor engagement. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore unconventional materials and techniques to push the boundaries of traditional fashion design. - **Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate interdisciplinary projects and real-world applications into art and design curricula to foster creativity and practical skills. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create immersive retail experiences by showcasing art and design installations in-store to attract and engage customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-exhibition.md) - [Monochrome Sculpture Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-pucci-pure-exhibition.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Seasonal Interactive Fashion Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washi-paper.md) - [Skewer-Inspired Structural Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-crease-extended.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Curated Vintage Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lillys-vintage-vault.md) - [Sporty Resort Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-x-four-seasons.md) - [Pleated Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moleskine-and-issey-miyake.md)