Apparel Online India Magazine December 1st Issue 2018 | Page 27

DIRECTIONS BY
Travel Terms
Michael Kors
Jil Sander
Peter Pilotto
The travel theme has been gaining steady momentum since the past few seasons.
As consumers of today continue to pride experiences over everything else, top-
notch brands run to capture the spending power of this segment by introducing
travel-inspired, Instagram-friendly pieces such as sporty swimwear, functional
outerwear, Bermuda shorts, sarongs and wrap dresses/skirts in natural, breathable
materials. The accessories standpoint include belt bags and fanny packs, bucket
hats and decorative flip-flops perfect for the beach, whilst details such as seashells
and tie-and-dye effects are hot for the approaching Summer season.
Esteban Cortazar
Chanel
Animal Print
Burberry
Ermanno Scervino
House of Holland
Animal prints have been around long enough to be considered a classic in their own
right. After making a massive splash on the fall runways, the print’s reappearance at
the Spring shows makes it clear that this trend means big business.
Antonio Marras
Blumarine
Leopard and snake skin prints top the list in a variety of colourways limited not
only to the original effect. Designers and brands are also experimenting with
unconventional palettes such as neons, blues, pinks and lilacs to make a statement.
According to Edited, animal print emerged as the third bestselling print in the
period of September-October 2018 itself.
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