# Sexy Fish Scale Fashion Mermaid-Inspired Looks at Versace and Iceberg By Elsa Blaine | Published 2009-03-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versace-iceberg-fish-scale-fall-2009 References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/F2009RTW-ICEBERG?viewall=true) [Fish scale fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonhuman-life) are not a fleeting trend. In Milan, both [Versace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-crystal) and Iceberg showed dresses and coats with huge overlapping sequins and knitted scale-like layers. Some appear rounded and smooth like fish skin and others are more reptilian with edges that end in a pointer shape. The Iceberg collection (images 5-10) was heavy in dramatic black and red colour and many pieces were actually knitted in the scaly method. Versace, of course, took a sexier approach with [shiny discs of aqua blue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shells-jewel-collection) and pale peach on mini dresses seen in photos 1-4. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 - **Fish Scale Fashion:** The trend of fish scale fashion is becoming more than just a fad. - **Knitted Scale-like Layers:** Using a scaly method to knit scale-like layers is proving to be an innovative approach. - **Reptilian Scale Edges:** Designers are experimenting with reptilian scale edges to add a unique touch to fish scale fashion. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can continue to innovate with unique materials and designs for fish scale fashion. - **Textile Industry:** The textile industry can expand their offerings to include more scaly knits for fish scale fashion. - **Craft Industry:** The craft industry can create kits and tutorials for consumers to make their own fish scale-inspired clothing and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Biomimicry Fashion Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomimicry-fashion.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Uniform-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Sustainable Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia.md) - [Biomimetic Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonhuman-life.md)