Danish-based designer Heliot Emil showcased his newest fashion line at Copenhagen Fashion Week and the upcoming Fall/Winter 2018 collection is heavily influenced by utilitarian motifs and military apparel. Avoiding traditional nuances of green as an inherent detail to any army-inspired clothing item, Heliot Emil focuses on a black color palette and versatile fabrics. By doing so, the luxury designer sets the focus on the functionality and immediacy of military apparel.
The high-fashion ensembles of the Fall/Winter 2018 collection communicate a ready-for-combat vibe with shimmering pants, oversized bombers and an abundance of straps, metal and industrial accessories. The provocative designs have a raw quality that translates well into the underground party scene, as in previous seasons Heliot Emil has made references to "every party kid's favorite substance Ketamine."
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Luxe Monochrome Military Apparel
Heliot Emil Debuted Combat-Inspired Fall/Winter 2018 Clothing
Trend Themes
1. Monochrome Fashion - Fashion designers can explore the use of a single color palette to create luxurious and eye-catching clothing items.
2. Military Style Apparel - Designers can draw inspiration from the functionality and visual appeal of military uniforms to create trendy and stylish clothing items that appeal to broader consumer groups.
3. Utilitarian Motifs - Designers can explore the potential of utilitarian design elements and accessories to create innovative and eye-catching clothing pieces that have a wider appeal beyond their functional purposes.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Fashion - High-end fashion brands can incorporate utilitarian motifs and military style apparel to create unique and trendy clothing items that appeal to their customer's preferences and increase brand recognition.
2. Streetwear - Streetwear brands can incorporate monochrome fashion and military-inspired accessories into their collections to create innovative and trendy clothing items that are visually appealing and will resonate with their target audience.
3. Fashion Accessories - Fashion accessory brands can incorporate industrial and military-inspired accessories into their collections, as seen in Heliot Emil's collection, to create unique and edgy pieces that will appeal to their target audience and increase brand recognition.