Bursting with leopard print, the Lanvin Pre-Fall 2010 collection was unveiled in New York this week. Designer Alber Elbaz, who normally shows his Lanvin collections in Paris, trekked it state-side to give US editors and retailers a little taste of what will be in for fall this year.
Elbaz wanted the Lanvin Pre-Fall 2010 collection to stand out. The abundant use of fur and leopard print was meant to counter boring, grey standard daytime outfits.
Feline-Print Fashion
Alber Elbaz's Lancin Pre-Fall 2010 Collection is Cougar Friendly
Trend Themes
1. Animal Print Apparel - Designing fashion collections with animal prints as a main theme could attract more consumers.
2. Eco-friendly Alternatives - Introducing eco-friendly alternative materials to replace animal fur in fashion collections could attract more environment conscious customers.
3. Timeless Fashion - Reviving classic patterns such as leopard prints, can help generate renewed interest in classic fashion designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can capitalize on the resurgence of animal prints in their design collections.
2. Textile - The textile industry can innovate by introducing alternative fabrics that resembles animal prints but are cruelty-free.
3. Retail - Retail industry can target animal print trend enthusiasts by featuring the latest animal print fashion collections in their stores.