# Melted Milkshake Fashions The Silvio Liu Resort 2012 Collection is Inspired by Summer Desserts By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-22 | Updated 2011-07-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silvio-liu-resort-2012 References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/silvo-liu-turns-spilt-milkshakes-and-melted-ice-cream-into-sweet-summer-dresses) & [silvioliu](http://www.silvioliu.com/) Aside from sandy beaches and summer breezes, I can't think of a better fashion inspiration for [vacation-wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resort-wear-collection) than frosty desserts, and that is just what the Silvio Liu Resort 2012 collection is influenced by. Actually, it is inspired by spilled [milkshakes and melted ice cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellis-brooklyn-milkshake) to be exact. Considering the historical heat wave many cities are experiencing right now, this melting motif is more appropriate than the label probably realized at the time. Filled with soft lines and pastel shades, the Silvio Liu Resort 2012 collection is full of loose, casual looks that are nevertheless classy and elegant as well. With a focus on freedom of movement, these pieces offer the perfect summer staples for both day and night. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Summer Dessert Fashion:** A trend that allows designers to use summer desserts as an inspiration for their fashion collection, which can create unique fashion lines - **Soft and Classy Resort Wear:** A trend where designers make holiday clothing items that are both casual and elegant, providing individuals with comfortable yet fashionable holiday outfits - **Melted Ice Cream Fashion Influences:** A trend that allows clothing designers to explore melted ice cream and milkshake influences that can lead to innovative designs ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can take inspiration from summer treats and create fashion lines that are exciting and stylish for the summer season. - **Hospitality Industry:** The hospitality industry can benefit from making their staff wear soft, classy, and comfortable clothing that can aid freedom of movement and improve guests' experiences - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The food and beverage industry can use Silvio Liu Resort 2012 collection to promote and advertise their melting desserts to the fashion industry, creating a new marketing opportunity.. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Island-Inspired Summer Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sel-de-mer.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Spring-Ready Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelato-games.md) - [Milkshake-Inspired Body Mists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellis-brooklyn-milkshake.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Desert-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-ss25-collection.md) - [Canadian-Made Cruise Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shans-cruise-2026-line.md)