BLACK TRIANGLE DESIGN, a fashion label that's based out of Japan, unveiled a collection dubbed 'BODY PRODUKTS,' which is said to draw inspiration from the EBM, or Electro Body Music scene, that was at its peak throughout the mid 1980s until the early 1990s.
A part of the European new wave movement, EBM began in Belgium and then spread to different areas, with the dark synth sound proving popular among youth who were in search of an underground scene that allowed them to express themselves.
With this in mind, BLACK TRIANGLE DESIGN created a series of apparel that speaks to the EBM youth, with statement patterns and colorways marking the casual 80s-inspired apparel that comprises the collection.
Dark Music Scene-Inspired Fashion
BLACK TRIANGLE DESIGN's New Line Draws from EBM Culture
Trend Themes
1. Ebm-inspired Fashion - Opportunity for fashion brands to draw inspiration from music genres and subcultures that have remained popular despite the passage of time.
2. Nostalgic Synthwave Aesthetics - Opportunity for artists and designers to pay homage to retro-futurist styles that are still trendy among young people.
3. Statement Patterns and Colorways - Opportunity for textile producers to experiment with bold and unconventional designs that cater to alternative lifestyles and tastes.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Opportunity for fashion brands to tap into niche subcultures and music genres to create unique and engaging collections that resonate with their target audience.
2. Music - Opportunity for musicians and producers to explore the visual and aesthetic dimensions of their music and use them as a source of inspiration for fashion and design collaborations.
3. Textiles - Opportunity for textile producers to collaborate with fashion and design brands to create fabrics and materials that are aligned with the latest trends and style movements, such as EBM-inspired fashion.