# Galactic Ruffles Sylvia Owori Showcased Space Age Styles at Arise Africa Fashion Week By Bianca | Published 2009-12-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvia-owori References: [fashionwindows.net](http://www.fashionwindows.net/2009/12/sylvia-owori-fall-2009/) & [sylviaowori](http://www.sylviaowori.com/) [Galactic fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set) have spread from the runways of Paris and New York to Sylvia Owori's show at [Arise Africa Fashion Week](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/african-fashion-futures-incubator). The show, which took place in Johannesburg, South Africa in June, was filled with head-turning looks that could have come straight from Judy Jetson's closet. Sylvia Owori, who hails from Uganda, designed her line filled with bold colors, dramatic shapes and shiny fashions that would leave no woman who wore them unnoticed. **Implications** - As society continues to evolve and transform at an unprecedented pace, it is imperative that all industries offer products that complement these new developments. Consumers will likely invest in those products that are reflective of advancements in science, technology and the environment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 16% | 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 - **Galactic Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create space-inspired collections that reflect advancements in science and technology. - **Bold and Shiny Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to embrace dramatic shapes and vibrant colors in their collections to capture attention and make a statement. - **Evolution of Society:** Opportunity for industries across the board to provide products that cater to the changing needs and preferences of consumers as society continues to transform. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion brands can incorporate galactic-inspired designs and bold elements into their collections to stay on trend and attract customers. - **Technology Industry:** Tech companies can develop innovative materials and wearable tech that can be incorporated into fashion items, merging technology and fashion. - **Consumer Goods Industry:** Companies in the consumer goods industry can adapt their products to align with the evolving needs and interests of consumers, offering unique and innovative offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Luminous Galactic-Themed Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-couture.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Archaeology-Inspired Eco-Friendly Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aelis.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Avant-Garde Biomimicry Fashion Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomimicry-fashion.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Reimagined Digital Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-23.md)