The Vivienne Westwood Spring 2014 featured a collection of Medieval-inspired fashions. Westwood put her own spin on the fashion of the Middle Ages, featuring looks that ranged from peasant-chic to royal splendor.
Models walked the runways outfitted in loose, drapey dresses, lace capes, long tulle skirts and extravagant wreath-inspired headwear. The models even carried canes or wooden staphs, were splattered with mud and sported messy, super teased up-dos to really complete the look.
The collection also retained Westwood’s penchant for fun and color with vibrant floral patterns emblazoned on several pieces and even a kitty tee shirt or two sneaking in there. Overall, viewing Westwood’s collection is sort of like stepping into a time capsule and gawking at the opulent, decadent fashion sense of the Chaucer era.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Medieval-inspired Fashion
- The fashion industry can explore incorporating historical elements into modern designs to create a new trend that blends the past with the present.
- Peasant-chic
- The fashion industry can embrace the beauty in simplicity and create fashion lines that capture the minimal and functional qualities of peasant clothing while still maintaining their luxurious touch.
- Opulent Fashion Sense
- The fashion industry can experiment with creating over-the-top, opulent designs that capture the extravagance of another time period and reflect current society's fascination with luxury.
Where This Applies
- Fashion
- Fashion designers can look to the past and incorporate historical elements into modern designs to create a new trend that is both nostalgic and fashion-forward.
- Event Planning
- Event planners can incorporate Medieval-inspired elements in event themes, such as the use of wreath-inspired headwear and extravagant decorations that transport guests to another era.
- Entertainment
- Entertainment companies can create immersive experiences, such as Medieval-themed shows or performances, that allow audiences to witness the opulence and extravagance of another time period.
