# Swaying Tassel Fashion Roberto Cavalli Modernizes the Vintage Flapper Look By Summer Luu | Published 2010-09-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roberto-cavalli1 References: [news.style](http://news.style.com/view_rss/1040383/) & [jezebel](http://jezebel.com/5648943/roberto-cavalli-slinky-flappers-meet-rich-hippies/gallery/) The Roberto Cavalli runway in Milan had nothing but swaying beaded strings, tassles and fringes. The influence of the collection was reminiscence of the 20's fashion style. From head-to-toe, long, [beaded fringes and tassles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry) sashayed down the runway as each model strutted their stuff. Even the accessories, whether it was a bracelet, necklace or purse was covered in slinky strings. The Roberto Cavalli fashion show really modernized the [vintage flapper look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection). **Implications** - After all, most fashionistas will admit that spectacular fashions from decades past are certainly going to come full circle eventually. These flapper fashions are a welcomed resurgence of fashions from the past. Roberto Cavalli has certainly done it once again with these tassel fashions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage Flapper Resurgence:** Opportunity to capitalize on the resurgence of vintage flapper fashion and incorporate modern elements. - **Beaded Fringes and Tassels:** Innovative ways to incorporate beaded fringes and tassels in fashion designs and accessories. - **Modernizing Retro Looks:** Opportunity to modernize and update retro fashion styles for a contemporary audience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Opportunity for fashion designers to create collections inspired by vintage flapper fashion. - **Jewelry and Accessories:** Opportunity to design and produce jewelry and accessories featuring beaded fringes and tassels. - **Retro Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to cater to the demand for retro-inspired fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-men.md) - [Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-fashion-film.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Heritage-Inspired High-End Jewelry Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritageinspired-highend-jewelry.md) - [Artful Accessory Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patricia-nash-designs.md)