# Extreme Architectural Apparel Samantha Gradoville Dons Structured Couture for Numero China By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-09-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samantha-gradoville References: [hautemacabre](http://hautemacabre.com/2010/09/structural-integrity/) & [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/samantha-gradoville-pierre-numero-china-september-2010/) The harsh black and white background matches the [sharp structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-cassie-sb) of the pieces Samantha Gradoville wears for the Numero China September 2010 shoot. The pieces seem more architectural than tailor-made with cornered shoulder pads, bubbled skirts and dramatically flared sleeves. Samantha Gradoville pulls the look off well as her natural femininity shines through the [masculine sharpness of the clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sujitha-shivajothi). Designers worn by Samantha Gradoville in the shoot include Gareth Pugh, Hakaan and Carven. **Implications** - Consumers are looking for styles that are unconventional. Designs that feature an [abstract aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set) are appealing to those who want to stand out from other shoppers. Companies could come out with more items like this in order to draw in more buyers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 93% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Unconventional Fashion:** Consumers are searching for styles that are unconventional to stand out from other shoppers. - **Architectural Design:** The use of structural elements in clothing could become a new trend in fashion. - **Abstract Aesthetic:** People are attracted to designs featuring an abstract aesthetic. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion companies could come out with more items like this in order to draw in more buyers. - **Design Industry:** More focus on structural elements in clothing could lead to new design opportunities. - **Retail Industry:** Retailers could capitalize on the interest in unconventional fashions by stocking more abstract and structured clothing items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Tactile Fashion Boutique Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaozhuo.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Avant-Garde High Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md)