Fashion Design and Trend Prediction

New Meaning

08012015

The board above is in response to the Micro Trend 'Elemental' which is informed by the Macro Trend 'No Middle'. When looking at Elemental, I instantly began seeing links to nature and references to a none religious identity. What I also drew from the trent report was referencing to technology and how it has a negative implications on modern day lifestyles. The idea of technology progressing too rapidly and its hard to get lost in technology and to ignore our surroundings, which is making people neglect the beauty of reality. That is why I have decided upon ORGANIC as my core theme as it draws from sources such as: Earth, The Universe, Elements, Life, Higher Powers. I also see links to nature, as well as religion and technology. 

Gentle Protection

One aspect of the trend is about finding comfort within yourself spiritually and I believe the best way of representing this is through the literal sense of comfort. What better way of showing this than through chunky knit, The use of thick knitting along with neutral tones give a soothing feel. 

Exhausted Nature

Another aspect of 'Elemental' which I found interesting was the overall feel of the trend which is this theme of nature. What I have focused on here is the textures and colours which I feel could show the trend effectively, earthy tones combined with soft greys.