The colorful tights often donned by superheroes in comic books may give them a clownish look from time to time, but the Romance Was Born SS12/13 collection takes that element up a notch or two. In addition to the typical vibrant hues used in these costumes, designer duo Luke Sales and Anna Plunkett introduce a lot of clashing prints for added pizazz and a bit of comedy. It is the bright red hair and exaggerated eyebrows that are quite reminiscent of Ronald MacDonald that really give the Romance Was Born SS12/13 collection a clownlike vibe.
Recently presented during the Australian fashion week (MBFWA), the Romance Was Born SS12/13 collection shows how superhero costumes are transformative and linked to a person's identity.
Clownish Superhero Fashion
The Romance Was Born SS12/13 Collection is Colorfully Clashing
Trend Themes
1. Clownish Superhero Fashion - Designing collections that merge the aesthetics of superheroes and clowns with vibrant hues and bold prints.
2. Comedic Superhero Costumes - Creating superhero costumes with exaggerated features, such as bright red hair and oversized eyebrows, to inject humor into designs.
3. Transformative Superhero Costumes - Exploring the transformative nature of superhero costumes and its relation to personal identity through design.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can incorporate elements of comics and superhero costumes into their designs with bold prints and vibrant colors.
2. Entertainment - Designers can work with entertainment companies and amusement parks to create costumes inspired by comic book superheroes with a comedic twist.
3. Cosplay - Providing options for the cosplay community by developing unique and original designs that merge clownish and superhero aesthetics.