Designer Karl Lagerfeld is celebrating nature, zen and eco-friendly materials with the Chanel Spring 2016 Couture collection, The latest lineup for the iconic Parisian brand features 75 looks of natural colors and green materials.
The Chanel Spring 2016 Couture collection was created in a color palette that is mostly neutral with occasional dark items and brightly colored pieces. With retailers and fashion labels aiming to become more transparent about production practices, this collection came at the right time. For the upcoming season, Chanel couture fans can expect to wear lush garments made of recycled materials and sustainable fabrics.
With styles ranging from a contemporary take on the iconic Chanel tweed suit, cork heeled platform heels and tops with billowed sleeves, this collection makes sustainable fashion quite stylish.
Naturalistic Couture Collections
The Chanel Spring Couture Range Honors Nature and Sustainability
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Fashion - The shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly fashion is gaining recognition and attention, presenting an opportunity for designers and retailers to innovate with eco-friendly materials and practices.
2. Natural Color Palettes - Using natural and earthy color palettes in fashion collections has become increasingly popular and presents an opportunity for designers to create unique pieces that stand out from traditional, bold color schemes.
3. Transparency in Production Practices - As consumers demand more transparency in fashion production practices, brands that prioritize ethical and sustainable practices will gain a competitive edge.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The rise in eco-friendly and sustainable fashion practices presents an opportunity for designers and retailers to innovate with new materials and production practices to meet consumer demand.
2. Sustainability - Sustainability is becoming more important across industries, presenting an opportunity for businesses to offer eco-friendly and sustainable products and services to consumers.
3. Retail - As consumers demand more transparency in production practices, retailers that prioritize ethical and sustainable practices will gain a competitive edge and attract a more conscious consumer base.