# Frilly Romantic Fashion The Rita Saardi 'Waiting to Be Kissed' Collection is Divine By Meghan Young | Published 2009-12-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rita-saardi-waiting-to-be-kissed References: [stylebubble](http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2009/12/the-kiss-of-frilliness.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [ritasaardi](http://www.ritasaardi.com/wtbk.html) If you’re looking for something ethereal and romantic to where to that [holiday party](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-party-edit), I would definitely take note from the Rita Saardi ‘Waiting to be Kissed’ collection. If anything, what better party than the big New Year’s Eve where you will definitely be waiting to be kissed? Filled with lovely frills, sheer fabrics and soft colors, it may not be exactly festive, but draped on the female form, it will make you look divine. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 - **Ethereal Fashion:** The trend of ethereal fashion offers opportunities to create romantic and whimsical designs that captivate consumers. - **Romantic Collections:** Creating romantic collections like the 'Waiting to be Kissed' line by Rita Saardi can appeal to consumers looking for dreamy and feminine fashion. - **Sheer Fabrics:** Embracing the use of sheer fabrics in fashion designs can add an element of delicacy and sensuality, creating captivating looks for fashion enthusiasts. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take advantage of the trend of frilly romantic fashion by developing collections that embody elegance and allure. - **Event Planning:** Event planning professionals can incorporate the frilly romantic fashion trend into their holiday party themes, creating enchanting and memorable experiences. - **Retail:** Retailers can cater to consumer demand for frilly romantic fashion by curating collections that feature lovely frills, sheer fabrics, and soft colors, attracting fashion-forward customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timelessly Charming Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mi-amor-collection.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Festive French Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/szanes-holiday-line.md) - [Captivating Valetine's Day Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petal-pups-latest-valentines-day-collection.md) - [Romantic Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kallmeyer-resort-2026-collection.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Valentine's Day Intimates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-lemons.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Opulent Holiday Apparel Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunette-the-label-3.md)