# Juxtaposing 80s-Inspired Apparel The Winonah FW18 Collection Delivers Modern Power Dressing By Amy Duong | Published 2018-03-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winonah References: [wwd](http://wwd.com/runway/fall-2018/paris/winonah/review/) & [winonah](https://www.winonah.com/fall-winter-2017-2018/) The Netherlands-based fashion designer Winonah de Jong introduces a merge of 80s-inspired power dressing with modern vibes for this [fall season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1). To represent the 80s decade, there are unique [bold silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir), such as pieces that have strong shoulders and large ruffle materials. Additionally, there are also fabric materials used such as velvet, two-toned sequins, and duchesse. The contemporary details were exuded through pieces such as the knit sweatshirt dress with a metallic finishing. A standout piece from the new Winonah FW18 collection are the Space Age dress with [large ruffled shoulders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school) and a black, gold, and burgundy colorway in jacquard. Some other notable items are the black jumpsuit with a bustier and decorative shoulder details, as well as the tuxedo dresses. Image Credit: Winonah ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **80s-inspired Power Dressing:** Develop innovative fabrics and materials that capture the bold and unique silhouettes of the 80s fashion era. - **Merge of Retro and Modern Vibes:** Create fashion designs that blend elements of past decades with contemporary details, resulting in a unique and eye-catching style. - **Bold Silhouettes and Ruffles:** Explore unconventional designs featuring strong shoulders and large ruffle materials to add drama and statement to apparel. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Introduce new lines of clothing that embrace the 80s-inspired power dressing trend, offering customers a nostalgic yet modern fashion experience. - **Textile:** Develop innovative fabric materials, such as velvet, sequins, and duchesse, that can be incorporated into retro-inspired designs, providing a blend of comfort and style. - **Apparel Design:** Incorporate retro elements, such as bustiers and tuxedo dresses, into modern fashion designs, creating a unique and bold statement for customers looking to stand out. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md)