# Coiled Corsette Fashion ‘Radiation Invasion' by Iris van Herpen is Space Age By Venessa Fisher | Published 2010-04-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radiation-invasion References: [twistedlamb](http://www.twistedlamb.com/2010/04/higher-learning.html) & [irisvanherpen](http://www.irisvanherpen.com/) Fashion designer and graduate of the ArtzEZ Art Academy Iris van Herpen is a regular in the jungle that is London’s fashion world. Her latest spring/summer collection ‘Radiation Invasion’ is inspired by the individual radiation waves around us. As part of the ‘Radiation Invasion’ collection show, the designer uses [foot jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society) instead of shoes. Her [futuristic pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set) include [intricate patterns and designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry) that are some of the most amazing I have ever seen. **Implications** - Consumers are attracted to styles that feature an otherworldly effect. Products that take an unconventional look appeal to shoppers who want to stand out from the crowd. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Futuristic Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create clothing and accessories inspired by science fiction and technology to appeal to consumers seeking a unique and unconventional style. - **Foot Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop fashionable alternatives to traditional shoes, such as foot jewelry, that offer both style and comfort. - **Individual Radiation Waves:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the concept of incorporating invisible forces, such as radiation waves, into design elements for a visually intriguing and futuristic aesthetic. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology, unconventional materials, and avant-garde designs into fashion to create standout collections. - **Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent innovative and visually appealing accessories that enhance and complement futuristic fashion. - **Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create modern and unique jewelry designs inspired by science, technology, and futuristic concepts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Archaeology-Inspired Eco-Friendly Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aelis.md) - [Randomness-Inspired Designer Footwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-in-chaos.md) - [Grass Root-Made Sculptural Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootfull.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Artistic Dress NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unwearable-dresses.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md)