# Elegantly Retro Runways This Carven Fall Collection Boasts Vibrant Hues and Chic Silhouettes By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-10-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-runway References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2014RTW-CHERRERA/) & [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/designerdirectory/CHERRERA/seasons/) The Carven Fall 2014 retro runway show featured nostalgic silhouettes and vibrant hues that were eye-catching and fresh. If you're a fan of [sophisticated styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallwinter-2025) that pop, you're sure to appreciate this elegant range. The womenswear line features suiting, separates and dresses that are a modern translation of pieces from the 60s. In addition to these pieces, the collection also features adorable jackets and [structured coat looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-journey), some of which are adorned with leopard printed collar accents. Carven's retro runway presentation for Fall 2014 took its audience on a trip down memory lane and made lilac, yellow and pink hues a staple for Autumn. Overall, the line embodies elegance and proves that cooler weather equals to endless wardrobe possibilities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nostalgic Silhouettes:** Opportunity to create modern translations of retro fashion pieces with vibrant hues. - **Structured Coats:** Opportunity to design coats with unique accents like leopard printed collars. - **Endless Wardrobe Possibilities:** Opportunity to create versatile and sophisticated styles for cooler weather. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in designing retro-inspired fashion pieces. - **Apparel Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating modern translations of nostalgic silhouettes. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in curating collections that offer endless wardrobe possibilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Effortless Autumn Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/szane-fall-2025.md) - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Refined Quiet Luxury Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-journey.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md)