# Decadent Pleasure Dome John Galliano Paris Show By mediterranean | Published 2008-03-03 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pleasure-dome-john-galliano References: [independent](http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/news/gallianos-pleasure-dome-excites-the-senses-790469.html) & [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/collections/F2008RTW/review/JNGALLNO) 'In Xanadu did Kubla Khan, A stately pleasure-dome decree,' these were the Coleridge lines inscribed on British designer John Galliano's Paris show invitation. Galliano lived up to his reputation for lavish shows and sets by recreating a fabulous Kubla Khan *pleasure dome* that is out of this world. But despite the [extravagant set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pompidou-show) which featured glitter-flecked pools, semi-naked men and [gold Buddhas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-house), there was no danger of the clothes being upstaged. This was Galliano at his [exotic and famboyant best](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025). The designs recalled the 1920's, Orient and featured draped, unstructured fabrics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 92% | 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) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extravagant Fashion Shows:** Opportunity to create over-the-top fashion shows with extravagant sets to showcase designs. - **Revival of Historical Influences:** Opportunity to incorporate historical themes and designs, such as the 1920's and Orient, into fashion collections. - **Unconventional Fabric Structures:** Opportunity to experiment with draped and unstructured fabrics for unique fashion designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Apparel:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create immersive and visually stunning shows to captivate audiences. - **Event Production:** Opportunity for event production companies to cater to the demand for extravagant sets and immersive experiences. - **Textile and Fabric Manufacturing:** Opportunity for textile and fabric manufacturers to develop specialized fabrics suitable for draped and unstructured designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inflatable Dome Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-dome-fashion-show.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md) - [4D Designer Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-visions.md) - [Contemporary Fashion Retrospectives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-by-demna.md) - [Board Game-Inspired Show Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pompidou-show.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Luxury Brand Legacy Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-of-dreams.md) - [Luxury Designer Train Journeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riveria-express.md) - [Chinese Luxury Brand Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin.md)