# Burlesque Fashion Reconstructions Quirky Couture by Raggedy Rags By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2008-10-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reconstructed-clothing-quirky-couture-by-raggedy References: [outsapop](http://www.outsapop.com/2008/10/raggedy-rags-to-quirky-couture.html) & [raggedyrags](http://www.raggedyrags.co.uk/quirky.html) These aptly named *Quirky Couture* creations by Raggedy Rags are stunning, [hand-crafted Victorian Burlesque-inspired pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet) which they poetically describe as 'a collision of sophistication and harlotry'. Created by infusing innovative design elements into the patterns of period pieces, Raggedy Rags gives a beautiful new life to [vintage curtains and antique lace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry). Corsets seem to be their specialty, but they also do [knitwear reconstructions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roop-aroop). Steampunk fans will fall in love with these stylish one-of-a-kind refashioned garments. **Implications** - Businesses that create products with qualities that are reflective of the past or a popular historic tradition will appeal to consumers seeking nostalgic relief. Consumers will likely invest in products that simulate positive feelings, emotions or experiences from the past. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 44% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgic Products:** Create products with qualities that reflect the past to appeal to consumers seeking nostalgic relief. - **Innovative Design Elements:** Infuse innovative design elements into patterns of period pieces to give new life to vintage items. - **Refashioned Garments:** Meet the demand of Steampunk fans by offering stylish, one-of-a-kind refashioned garments. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion brands can explore nostalgic products and innovative design elements to captivate consumers. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Textile manufacturers can collaborate with designers to repurpose vintage curtains and antique lace for unique creations. - **Entertainment and Events:** Events and entertainment companies can incorporate burlesque-inspired fashion reconstructions to create immersive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Unique Long-Lasting Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rave-and-festival-fashion.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Punk History Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-war-of-the-three-kingdoms.md) - [Delicate Bridal Lingerie Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-lingerie-line.md) - [Phygital Vintage Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byronesque.md) - [Surplus Fabric Childrenswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remake-by-burberry.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md)