# Playful Monster-Inspired Fashion The Exhibition at the Gaite Lyrique is All About Wacky Fashion By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-03-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wacky-fashion References: [dazeddigital](http://www.dazeddigital.com/blog/article/15813/1/dont-beware-the-monsters) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/DazedandConfusedMagazine?fref=ts) The latest exhibition at Parisian gallery 'Gaite Lyrique' is all about wacky fashion and is playfully inspired by [colorful and off-beat monsters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsters-by-monsters-now-and-then). The outlandish designs include a puffy pom-pom of clouds by Walter Van Beirendonc and luminous orange blobs and tetris blocks, which are all being worn by models. The exhibition is entitled 'Arrrgh! Monstres de mode,' which translates as 'Monsters in Fashion.' Stamos Fafalios and Vassilis Zidianakis are the creators behind this [abstract fashion exhibition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shape-of-play), and they say they wanted the show to focus on the newest and most creative fashion designers possible. As a result, nothing in the show pre-dates 2001. The duo say they want to showcase designs which "redefine the relationship between body and clothing." These designs are interesting to study and show us just how wild and creative clothing designers' imaginations can run. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Playful Fashion:** Opportunity to create whimsical and imaginative clothing designs that challenge traditional fashion norms. - **Monster-inspired Fashion:** Chance to incorporate monster themes and motifs into fashion designs, adding a playful and unconventional element. - **Abstract Designs:** Innovation in creating abstract and experimental fashion pieces that push the boundaries of creativity. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can explore unconventional and avant-garde designs to captivate audiences and push the boundaries of fashion. - **Art Exhibition:** Opportunity for galleries and museums to curate exhibitions that showcase unique and imaginative fashion as an art form. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can organize fashion events that feature playful and extravagant designs, providing a memorable and immersive experience for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Fashion Retrospectives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-by-demna.md) - [Monster-Adorned Capsule Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-collections.md) - [Disruptive Fashion Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks.md) - [Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portalm-x-virtual-fashion-exhibition.md) - [Playful Character Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsters-collection.md) - [Playful Pop Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-octopus.md) - [Adorable Monster-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-monsters.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Designer Toy Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsters-by-monsters-now-and-then.md)