Apparel Online India Magazine December 1st Issue 2018 | Page 26

DIRECTIONS BY
Rounding Up Spring/Summer
2019’s Key Trend Directions
T
he international fashion week has run its course for the
approaching Spring/Summer 2019 season, leaving behind
a trail of references in its wake, for brands and retailers to heed.
A noticeable change this season has been the dominance
of gothic black against a pool of popping summery brights
and sorbet tones. All black head-to-toe looks seem to be
the conversation of the moment in the retail fashion-scape
as designers play with form and function.
KEY TERMS TO HEED
Western Influences
Tie and Dye Crochet Animal Print
Maximalism Bicycle Shorts
Head-to-Toe Handmade
Escapism
An ode to the Wild, Wild West was a prevalent theme across
fashion capitals with a heavy influx of studded suede and
leather pieces, prairie dresses and patchwork yokes. The
fringe posed as a key detail element in this regard. Ditzy Florals Bleached Out Denim
Folkloric elements such as crochet, patch-worked pieces,
fishnets and macramé weaves evoked a strong handmade
feel which is a key driving force in the industry today. A crafty
theme was prominent on the runways laying emphasis on
artisanal techniques that pose as a counteraction to fast,
unsustainable fashion. Trench
Power suiting and utility continue to be the leading force,
whilst denim makes a comeback… all this and more in our
post-fashion month analysis, rounding up the biggest trends
for the upcoming season… Read on to discover:
26 Apparel Online India | DECEMBER 1-15, 2018 | www.apparelresources.com
Patchwork
All Black
Travel
Paisley Vinyl Power Suiting
Feathers 70s Nostalgia
Fishnet Yellow
Utility
Artisanal Performance
Athletic Polka Dots
Neutrals M a c r a m é
High-Shine Denim Daze