In the spring we featured an article on the dominance of pirate- and nautical- inspired fashions. Today, we have photos fresh off Jean Paul Gaultier's runway, where again, the pirate look dominated the collection. The show, part of Paris Fashion Week, featured elaborate captain-esque hats, an array of pinstripe fabrics, and the models with wild, untamed manes, their locks appearing as though they were tousled up by an ocean breeze.
Implications - The Jean Paul Gaultier Spring/Summer ‘08 collection truly does show the very best of famous models like Lily Cole. For all of those people that recognized Captain Jack Sparrow style from the movie Pirates of the Caribbean, I would have to agree with you because I see it too!
Pirates Commandeer Parisian Runway
Jean Paul Gaultier SS 2008
Trend Themes
1. Pirate-inspired Fashion - The dominance of pirate-inspired fashion suggests an opportunity for clothing companies to release lines inspired by seafaring styles.
2. Nautical Trend - Nautical themes are in ascendance for clothing designers looking to create collections that convey an oceanic atmosphere.
3. Wild Hair - Wild, tousled hairstyles are an emerging trend in line with the free-spiritedness evoked by pirate and nautical designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion companies might consider designing pirate-themed clothing collections, and/or adopting related nautical styling trends and wild hairstyles.
2. Entertainment - The success of pirate-themed entertainment properties like Pirates of the Caribbean suggest opportunities for new media releases with sea-faring heroes and villains.
3. Tourism - Pirate-themed attractions could be created in seaside locations to satisfy customers drawn to pirate-related pop culture and fashion trends.