# Softly Tie-Dyed Fashion The Shabd Simon-Alexander SS11 Collection is Stunningly Ethereal By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shabd-simon-alexander-ss11 References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/03/shabd-simon-alexander-gives-spring-2011-prints-a-fresh-twist-photos.php) & [shabdismyname](http://www.shabdismyname.com/) The Shabd Simon-Alexander SS11 collection has completely changed my perceptions of tie-dye forever. As a child of the late 80s and early 90s, I was at one point bombarded with images of psychedelic tie-dye patterns in vibrant colors. Yet this line shows a [softer, almost ethereal side](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection) of tie-dye. An eco-conscious collection, the Shabd Simon-Alexander SS11 line offers the [perfect outfits for spring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splendid-srping-2025). Light and airy, the New York-based designer's overall work is inspired by the [folk costume tradition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow) of beginning one dress with the remnants from the last. The Shabd Simon-Alexander SS11 collection in particular was inspired by everything from the Barcelona Pavilion to a model's bathroom. Alexander centered the collection around the patterns and color of marble. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 56% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ethical Fashion:** The use of eco-friendly dyeing techniques and inspirations from traditional folk costumes offer opportunities for ethical fashion practices. - **Subtle Tie-dye:** The Shabd Simon-Alexander collection showcases the potential for tie-dye to be used in more subtle and sophisticated ways. - **Inspiration From Architecture:** Designers can look to architectural structures and patterns for inspiration in fashion collections. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The Shabd Simon-Alexander collection demonstrates potential offers for eco-fashion and innovative tie-dye technique. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Innovative eco-friendly fabric dyeing techniques can disrupt traditional textile manufacturing practices. - **Interior Design:** Fashion designers may incorporate inspiration from interior design to create unique prints and patterns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Tranquil Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livms-soul-place-series.md) - [Summer-Ready Organic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priyankara.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-nation-5.md) - [Transitional Spring Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splendid-srping-2025.md) - [Modern Tailored Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md)