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3D Gothic Embellishments

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Mikhael Kale's Collection has a Glamorous Yet Dark Touch

— July 6, 2010 — Fashion
Mikhael Kale's latest collection is a glamorous take on the Gothic trend. His pieces feature extravagant 3D embellishments of mixed fabrics that pop out of the polished cuts of the dresses.

Mikhael Kale is a young and up-and-coming designer, born in Toronto and educated at London's Central Saint Martins, who considers the fashion capital of the world to be "one's mind." Indeed, Mikhael Kale's brain is the hub of exquisite clothing.

Implications - Personally, I find Mikhael Kale's style contradictory -- alluring and mysterious, old-school and avant-garde -- but there is something undeniably memorable about his work. Do not be surprised if you begin to see his name pop up more in major fashion campaigns in publications around the world.
Trend Themes
1. Gothic Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry by blending old-school and avant-garde styles.
2. 3D Embellishments - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry by incorporating mixed fabrics and extravagant 3D embellishments.
3. Polished Cuts - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry by combining polished cuts with bold and glamorous designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry by exploring new design elements and aesthetic combinations.
2. Textile and Fabric - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the textile and fabric industry by developing new techniques for creating mixed fabrics and 3D embellishments.
3. Publishing and Advertising - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the publishing and advertising industry by featuring Mikhael Kale's unique style in major fashion campaigns worldwide.
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