Fashion trends keep changing in the drop of a hat. The fashion industry constantly seeks change, drawing inspiration from the past. The latest trends will be a modern interpretation of the past. Generally, two key factors influence changes in apparel trends: novelty and conventionality. People crave something new while also retaining their ethnic styles. While there is no crystal ball for an accurate forecast, runway shows and ramp displays can help predict upcoming trends.
Year 2012 will see vibrant, dynamic shades and apparel patterns without a trace of the previous year. Additionally, a few other trends will emerge, offering a fresh interpretation of the past. Color themes will revolve around jewel tones, tinted neutrals, and some pastel shades. Natural fabrics like organic cotton in hues ranging from vanilla to a hint of deep blue will be prominent. Simultaneously, rich and vivid colors such as red, gold, and black with an Eastern influence will also be in vogue. Women's fashion will display darkened decorum and floral patterns. Shawl collars and asymmetrical hems will add a twist to every piece of clothing.
Hawaiian Influence:
Bright Hawaiian shades and floral prints reminiscent of the early 50s, interpreted with a modern touch, will sweep the industry. Bright colors from the early 50s and 60s will be favored, blending with current trends, and seen on T-shirts and tops instead of shirts. The color scheme and fabric will have a unisex appearance, from skirts to shirts. Floral prints will be in full bloom even during the winter season. A serious black, white, or grey outfit will become vibrant with the addition of a floral scarf.
Be 'Retro'ian:
Vintage inspired clothing designs would be an 'on-the-nose' copy of the particular era. Retro inspired clothing with modern elements will be in style giving a unique appeal to the wearer. Miniskirt with flat shoes, a hot fashion of the 60s will make a comeback. The most preferred color for this attire will be orange. Flapper dresses from the 20s will recapture the age of outlaws and timeless names. Flowing rows of fringe cascading over the fabric with iridescent accent sequins around the neckline make a great party wear. An attractive time in history, flapper clothing will make a perfect choice for speakeasy events.
Teacup Prints:
2012 will be a season where prints cannot be avoided. Leopard spots, tiger stripes, and miniscule teacup prints will be seen on both fashion apparels and accessories. Much suited for women with petite figures, these apparels go well with nude wedges in the day time, and with bright red heels, and slicked back hair for a night look. Floral ballerinas with a shift dress would give the corporate look.
Embrace the Lace:
Fashion's relation with laced apparels is a never ending affair. Fusion of traditional techniques will be seen in contemporary apparels giving the traditional craft; a new edge. Lace inspired apparels will make a hot look in a party for 2012. Starting from lace petticoats to feminine handkerchiefs, laces would be all around. Fall runways would be filled models flaunting their style with laced apparels. Lace apparels is always a wardrobe staple, but the novelty lies in a combination on contoured laced attire tailored to fit the body, and becoming an entire outfit. Accessories are not to be forgotten. Flamboyant lace on the shoes can send one drooling.
Plaids:
Plaids will be invading the stores in the coming year. A trademark Scottish pattern by nature, gothic checks in demure pastels would be taking the runways by storm.
Designers would fill the runways with these classics apparels with a twist. A plaid shirt over a pair of jeans would be the easiest way to adopt this trend.
The never changing aspect of fashion is its quick changing trends. Manipulated by designers, peers, magazines, websites, and fashion stores, customer's shopping spirit gets a lift. Fitting apparels with bright colors and texture matching with the figure accentuates the real personality of the wearer, and boost their confidence.
References:
1) Bestylish.com
2) Vogue.in
3) Retrotogo.com
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