# Middle Eastern Couture The Reem Acra S/S Collection Pays Homage to the Designer's Personal Life By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-09-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reem-acra-ss References: [vogue](http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2016-ready-to-wear/reem-acra/slideshow/collection) & [vogue](http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2016-ready-to-wear/reem-acra) Lebanese designer Reem Acra decided to recount her life with the Reem Acra S/S '16 collection. This [spring collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026) details Acra's past and present through 45 looks of decorative Middle Eastern couture. Vivid, glamorous and highly ornamental, the Reem Acra S/S '16 collection is made of dresses with the occasional skirt and top. Middle Eastern beading is seen on accessories as well as [short dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-fall-dresses) while [exotic floral print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow) is also present. Just like the prints and patterning, the materials used in this collection are very eye-catching. Tulle overlay is used to delicately coat the shoulders while chiffon is seen in an array of colors from a midnight blue to a light gold. If fashion fans are to take away one thing from this collection it is that Reem Acra has lead a very beautiful life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 57% | 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 - **Middle Eastern Couture:** Opportunity to incorporate Middle Eastern-inspired designs and patterns into fashion collections. - **Ornamental Dresses:** Innovative use of beading and exotic floral prints on dresses and accessories. - **Eye-catching Materials:** Exploration of tulle overlay and chiffon in unique colors for fashion collections. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can innovate by incorporating Middle Eastern-inspired designs and ornamental elements into their collections. - **Textiles:** Textile industry can explore innovative materials like tulle overlay and unique colors of chiffon for fashion applications. - **Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory industry to create Middle Eastern-inspired beaded and printed accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Spring Fashion Blooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025.md) - [Region-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abaya-capsule.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Summer Bridal Guest-Of Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-guestof-collection.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Curated Summer Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-atelier-collection.md) - [Private Culinary Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/private-culinary-installation.md)