# Romping Retro Runways The Talulah FW 2012 Collection is Vintage Comfort Couture By Sophia Pelka | Published 2012-03-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talulah-fw-2012 References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/runway/b--talulah-aw-12-19064.html) & [talulah.au](http://www.talulah.com.au/) The Talulah FW 2012 collection debuted at the [L’Oreal Melbourne](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healing-lip-balm) fashion festival. The line is [vintage-inspired](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection), boasting a color palette reminiscent of the 70s. Patterns also carry a vintage undertone, with [multi-toned crochet looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerisma-knits) and tri-hued patchwork. Asymmetrical silhouettes keep the retro line modern. Memorable cuts include extreme mullet-cut crop tops, ponchos and split-collar halter tops. The collection is versatile, meeting at the middle of haute couture and streetwear. The apparel is bold, yet wearable with flirtatious vibes. Also memorable was a series of open-toed platform heels. The shoes tied together the mash-up of inspirations, lending the show an ultra-chic appeal. The Australian-based designer Kelli Wharton has developed an international fan base and a curation of celebrity clients. The Talulah FW 2012 runway show exhibited the effortlessly fabulous style of the designer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating modern clothing with a nostalgic aesthetic. - **Asymmetrical Silhouettes:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing unique and unexpected garment shapes. - **Bold and Wearable Apparel:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in combining daring fashion with comfortable and practical designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating clothing lines that merge vintage inspiration with modern elements. - **Footwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing trendy and versatile shoes that complement the aesthetics of vintage-inspired fashion. - **Celebrity Styling:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in offering personalized styling services to celebrities seeking unique and iconic fashion looks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timelessly Charming Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mi-amor-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md)