# Luxurious Emoji Fashion This Philipp Plein Resort Collection Boasts Pop Culture Influence By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-06-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philipp-plein-resort References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashion-shows/resort-2016/philipp-plein) & [world.philipp-plein](http://world.philipp-plein.com/jp/collection/4635/philipp-plein-resort-collection-2016) The Philipp Plein Resort '16 Collection gives emoji fashion a luxurious makeover. For his summer collection, the German designer fused his opulent aesthetic with iconic images. With looks only the fashionably brave can wear, this collection offers a wide range of [contemporary clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection). Fashion fans are introduced to [digitized emoji motifs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated) branded on rounded sleeve coats, [leather biker jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel), bombers, mini dresses and more. The most impressive piece from this collection is a bedazzled mini dress that is riddled with various emojis, from the iconic heart-eyed smiley face to the shining star. Among the eccentric emoticons, a pair of squared-off Pac-Man pumps trigger nostalgia. While this collection does showcase a variety of embellished looks, the Philipp Plein Resort '16 collection also offers less embellished styles and monochromatic clothing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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's Driving This Trend - **Luxurious Emoji Fashion:** Emoji motifs are becoming a popular trend in the fashion industry, offering a fresh and playful aesthetic to clothing. - **Contemporary Clothing:** The integration of digital imagery and bold colors is a trend in modern fashion that allows designers to create expressive and unique pieces. - **Nostalgic Influences:** Pac-Man pumps in the Philipp Plein Resort '16 Collection demonstrate a trend of retro elements making a comeback in modern fashion. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** The incorporation of emojis in Philipp Plein Resort '16 Collection represents a new business opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate digitized components into their designs. - **Technology Industry:** The integration of emojis and other digital motifs in fashion presents an opportunity for the tech industry to collaborate with fashion designers and create unique designs incorporating their technology. - **Marketing Industry:** The use of a recognizable image such as the Pac-Man character in the Philipp Plein Resort '16 Collection demonstrates the powerful marketing tool of nostalgia and its ability to connect with consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Emoji-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoe-1.md) - [High-Fashion Anime Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-x-frgmt-x-pokmon-collection.md) - [Opulent Anime Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-4.md) - [Playfully Nostalgic Pink Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-couture-x-madhappy.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Luxury Handbag Social Integrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prada-and-miu-miu.md) - [Board Game-Themed Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoe-palace-x-monopoly-collection.md) - [Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-covers.md) - [Playful Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel.md)