# Sexy Sasquatch Fashion Givenchy's Animal Inspiration for Fall 2009 By Christina Butty | Published 2009-05-18 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sexy-sasquatches-givenchys-animal-inspiration-for-fall-2009 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2009RTW-GIVENCHY) & [givenchy](http://www.givenchy.com/) Recession? What recession? Riccardo Tisci’s Fall 2009 collection for Givenchy was a fierce spectacle. In this collection Tisci wanted to appeal to a diversity of women by incorporating [luxe, long and sexy fur](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducies-fw25-collection). There were quite a few of these pieces as Tisci drew heavily on the idea of animal sexuality for the show. See the gallery above to take a look at Riccardo Tisci’s fashionable animal instincts. **Implications** - As the recession dwindles down, consumers are seeking out ways to inject some [luxury into their lifestyles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-fw2526-ski-collection). Products that contain an element of prestige are attractive to shoppers who desire a way to feel one-of-a-kind. Companies looking to increase their revenue could hone in on this aspect of the elite. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Animal-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to incorporate animal-inspiration into high-end fashion lines - **Fur Clothing for Diverse Women:** Market for luxurious fur pieces that appeal to women of various backgrounds and styles - **Prestige Products for Post-recession Consumers:** Opportunity for companies to produce products that provide consumers with an exclusive feel ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion designers and retailers can incorporate these trends into their clothing lines and marketing strategies - **Luxury Goods Industry:** Luxury goods companies can expand their product offerings to include fur and other prestige items - **Marketing and Advertising Industry:** Opportunity for marketers to develop campaigns that position exclusive products as status symbols ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Outdoor-Ready Luxurious Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-3.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tiger.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Faux Fur Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducies-fw25-collection.md) - [Archetypal Fashion Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Sartorial Co-Ed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulland-2.md) - [Sustainable Cashmere Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformations-cashmere-collection.md)