# Conservative Feminine Fashion Samantha Pleet's Spring 2013 Line is Demure By Jordy E | Published 2012-10-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samantha-pleet-spring-2013 References: [missmoss.co.za](http://www.missmoss.co.za/2012/10/08/samantha-pleet-spring-13/) & [samanthapleet](http://www.samanthapleet.com/press/spring13/) Samantha Pleet's Spring 2013 line brings a conservative allure to the New York-based label. Pleet has aimed to intersperse her lines with hints of [modern sensibility](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit), and this pragmatic take on fashion is apparent in the seasonal apparel. The majority of these Pleet-approved [Spring 2013 gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein) hang below the knee and just around the calf. Thing length is highly sought after, especially by women who enjoy a demure style of dress. And yet, despite the demand, many labels have remained focused on tight, sultry mini skirts or crop pieces. This label provides a much needed response to the call for [modest clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-hours-collection). The collection is appropriate for work and for outings, make the brand all the more practical for shoppers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modest Fashion:** Opportunity for brands to cater to the demand for conservative and demure clothing styles. - **Practical Apparel:** Brands can capitalize on the need for functional and versatile clothing options that are appropriate for various occasions. - **Modern Sensibility in Fashion:** Innovation opportunity to infuse modern elements into conservative fashion designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore the market for conservative and demure clothing options. - **Apparel Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to stock and sell practical clothing items that are suitable for work and outings. - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can incorporate modern sensibility into their conservative fashion collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Feminine Spring Apparel Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom.md) - [Spring Fashion Blooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025.md) - [Transitional Spring Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splendid-srping-2025.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Understated Spring-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein.md) - [Elegant Easy-to-Wear Shirt Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shirt-dress-collection.md) - [Effortlessly Elegant Womenswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-springsummer-2024.md)