# Whimsical Fairytale Fashion The Ulyana Sergeenko Spring 2013 Collection is Eclectically Chic By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-01-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ulyana-sergeenko-spring-2013 References: [honestlywtf](http://honestlywtf.com/collections/ulyana-sergeenko-couture-spring-2013/) & [ulyanasergeenko](http://ulyanasergeenko.com/) Designer Ulyana Sergeenko's new [Spring Couture 2013 Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom) is a stunningly striking blend of 19th century fashion, Victorian influences and a touch of modern fairytales. Sergeenko's collection showcases a [whimsical fairytale-like display of fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026). With the use of several different sized and styled hats, embroidered tops, floor length dresses and uniquely fitted accessories, the collection is able to blend a variety of influences together to form a beautifully chic collection. The collection blends 19th Century conservative fashion including large straw hats, full dresses and puffy shirts with [Victorian-inspired corsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein) and slim-fitted ensembles. Sergeenko even adds a touch of fairytale magic with a long red cape referencing red riding hood. This spring couture 2013 collection by Ulyana Sergeenko is a wonderfully eclectic fashion line, and is sure to attract fashionistas looking for the next big thing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Whimsical Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of whimsical fashion that combines vintage elements with a touch of fantasy for a truly unique style. - **Eclectic Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a collection that blends different fashion influences and eras, resulting in a visually striking and unconventional style. - **Modern Fairytales:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design a fashion line inspired by fairytales, incorporating elements like capes and enchanted accessories to create a sense of magic and wonder. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore unconventional combinations of fashion styles and eras to create unique and attention-grabbing collections. - **Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of uniquely fitted accessories that complement and enhance the whimsical and eclectic elements of fashion. - **Apparel Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace the trend of modern fairytales by producing garments with enchanting details, such as capes and intricate embroidery. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Feminine Spring Apparel Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md) - [Vibrant Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorette-springsummer-collection.md)