These designs are from the Margrethe-Skolen Spring/Summer 2013 showcase. Students of the Margrethe-Skolen Scandanavian Academy of International Fashion and Design put on an exciting and fashion-forward show.
The looks coming down the runway display a wide variety of fashion features. Expensive-looking patterns using a lot of gold were common, and many of the prints were reminiscent of signature Versace prints. Designers were unafraid to bring back the Western bank robber look with a number of bandit-inspired face scarves being sported by models. The line between street wear and work wear is being blurred, as evidenced by blazers paired with patterned shorts.
The Margrethe-Skolen Spring/Summer showcase is a testament to the superb quality of the design school. It does an amazing job of cultivating unique ideas and individual personalities.
Dressed-Up Bandit Fashion
Margrethe-Skolen Spring/Summer 2013 Showcase Displays New Design Talent
Trend Themes
1. Expensive-looking Patterns - Opportunity to create affordable fashion lines that mimic the look of high-end patterns.
2. Blurring of Street Wear and Work Wear - Potential for fashion brands to create versatile and stylish clothing that can be worn for both casual and professional occasions.
3. Revival of Bandit-inspired Fashion - Space for designers to explore and modernize the Western bandit aesthetic in clothing and accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can leverage unique ideas and individual personalities to create innovative collections.
2. Textile Manufacturing - Opportunity for textile manufacturers to produce affordable fabrics with expensive-looking patterns for fashion brands.
3. Retail and Fashion Merchandising - Brands can capitalize on the blurring of street wear and work wear by offering versatile clothing options in their stores.