Christian LaCroix Fall 2008
Christian Lacroix's Fall 2008 collection made a dramatic statement in black, white and splashes of vibrant pink at Paris Fashion Week.
Hairstyles included dramatically twisted, glossy nests which were further enhanced by mannequin-like makeup and drawn-on, pencil-thin brows with evil arches. Encountering these femmes on the streets would cause shock to anyone with fears of possessed movie dolls.
The shapes were awkwardly voluminous, like erect boat necks and giant bell sleeves. In contrast, the limbs were slenderized with tight black fabrics and leathers on boots and arm warmers. Black tights were seen on just about every catwalker and accessories like belts were in shades of nothing but raven. The only colour separating the black and white in the first half of the collection was a gorgeous fuchsia.
Feathers were the detailed material of choice, particularly long ones which looked like dyed black ostrich.
Variety came at the end when Lacroix began adding brocade fabrics and other colours. The show stealer, in my opinion, was a gorgeous golden, knee-length coat with a boat-beck and intricate stitching along the front paneling and waist-height pockets.
Hairstyles included dramatically twisted, glossy nests which were further enhanced by mannequin-like makeup and drawn-on, pencil-thin brows with evil arches. Encountering these femmes on the streets would cause shock to anyone with fears of possessed movie dolls.
The shapes were awkwardly voluminous, like erect boat necks and giant bell sleeves. In contrast, the limbs were slenderized with tight black fabrics and leathers on boots and arm warmers. Black tights were seen on just about every catwalker and accessories like belts were in shades of nothing but raven. The only colour separating the black and white in the first half of the collection was a gorgeous fuchsia.
Feathers were the detailed material of choice, particularly long ones which looked like dyed black ostrich.
Variety came at the end when Lacroix began adding brocade fabrics and other colours. The show stealer, in my opinion, was a gorgeous golden, knee-length coat with a boat-beck and intricate stitching along the front paneling and waist-height pockets.
Trend Themes
1. Vibrant Fashion - The use of vibrant pink and contrasting black and white in Christian Lacroix's Fall 2008 collection presents an opportunity for disruption in the fashion industry, encouraging designers to experiment with bold and contrasting colors.
2. Dramatic Makeup - The mannequin-like makeup and pencil-thin brows with evil arches seen in Christian Lacroix's Fall 2008 collection create a trend in dramatic makeup looks, offering opportunities for innovative beauty products and techniques.
3. Feather Details - The use of long, dyed black ostrich feathers in Christian Lacroix's Fall 2008 collection suggests a trend in incorporating unique and extravagant feather details in fashion designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Christian Lacroix's Fall 2008 collection highlights disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry, particularly in vibrant fashion and feather details.
2. Beauty - The dramatic makeup looks showcased in Christian Lacroix's Fall 2008 collection present opportunities for disruptive innovation in the beauty industry, inspiring new products and techniques.
3. Textile - The contrasting colors and fabrics in Christian Lacroix's Fall 2008 collection present an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the textile industry, encouraging experimentation with bold color combinations and unique materials.
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