The Indigenous SoulTrend Forecast ingSpring/Summer

2013

Stacie Muchnicki IndustryTheory and Practice

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2011 Backcast_______________________________________________________

2012 Backcast_______________________________________________________

Mega Trend The Indigenous__________________________________________________ The Indigenous Story_____________________________________________

Subtrend The Minimalist__________________________________________________ The Minimalist Mood_________________________________________ The Minimalist Fibers And Fabrics_______________________________ The Minimalist Fabric Story and Accessories_________________________ The Minimalist Drivers__________________________________________ The Minimalist Manifestations____________________________________

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2011 Backcast_______________________________________________________

2012 Backcast_______________________________________________________

Mega Trend The Indigenous__________________________________________________ The Indigenous Story_____________________________________________

Subtrend The Minimalist__________________________________________________ The Minimalist Mood_________________________________________ The Minimalist Fibers And Fabrics_______________________________ The Minimalist Fabric Story and Accessories_________________________ The Minimalist Drivers__________________________________________ The Minimalist Manifestations____________________________________

Subtrend Soul Baring__________________________________________________ Soul Baring Mood_________________________________________ Soul Baring Fibers And Fabrics_______________________________ Soul Baring Fabric Story and Accessories_________________________ Soul Baring Drivers__________________________________________ Soul Baring Manifestations____________________________________

Subtrend Soul Mama__________________________________________________ Soul Mama Mood_________________________________________ Soul Mama Fibers And Fabrics_______________________________ Soul Mama Fabric Story and Accessories_________________________ Soul Mama Drivers__________________________________________ Soul Mama Manifestations____________________________________

Sources________________________________________________________

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2011 BACKCAST

Transparent Lace

Lace is gorgeous and made a huge impact on the fashion world in 2011. Depending on what you pair it with it

can be pretty, sophisticated, flirty, sexy. Women depend on lace to bring out perhaps an alter ego they were once

scared to be.

Sophisticated Comfort

In 2011 the runways brought flattering wearable garments.

Comfortable breathable fabrics were used in clas-

sic designs, giving women a classic day to day look. These garments allowed women to push through their busy lives

while not having to worry about their clothes

Bold Colors

Color Blocking was ex-tremely popular in 2011.

Designers mixed matching colors or contrasting colors

in dresses, pants, jackets and more. Wearing these bright

colors brought women out of the shadows and made them

more noticeable.

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2012 BACKCAST

Sheer Fabric

The womans figure is being exposed more than ever this

year. See through sheer fabrics are flowing down the run from

whites and blacks to bold colors. This trend gives women the freedom to be as risky as they

want while conforming to their own style.

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Tribal Prints

Ethnic tribal prints have hit the runway this season. Often

paired with colorful bengals and necklaces, these garments make bold statements alone. Bring-

ing touches of the world into our own these designers are captivat-

ing women of all ethnicities.

Minimal Color Palate

Earth tones are being brought into more designers lines. With the world in danger of extinction people are getting back to their roots and becoming one with nature. The versatility of this

minimal color palate eases deci-sion making and mix and match-ing for the busy on the go person.

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The Indigenous SoulSpring/Summer 2013

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Throughout the years the socio-cultural shift of people’s attitudes are bringing up awareness of their heritage...their ethnicity...their roots. Indigenous Soul is a trend that gets women back to where they belong. Whether it’s within their soul or worn on their sleeve, this trend applies to all women, all sizes and race. 2013 will al-low women to express these things through their cloth-ing. With the pressures of everyday life, sometimes we forget to take a breath and relax...get back to our roots. The Minimalist is a trend that women can feel in touch with nature. It’s lightweight fabrics calming color palate make it easy to feel in tuned with the Earth. Sometimes as women we forget to think about ourselves. We loose sight that we are sexy, desirable creatures. The trend Soul Mama brings back that sultry feeling we might be lack-ing. On the other hand taking pride in being a woman is something worth showing off. Expressing the roots of your ancestors through clothing is powerful and satisfy-ing. Soul Mama is a trend that allows women to express their electricity toward life, while standing out and being fashion innovators.

The Indigenous Soul

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The Min imal istRelying on the beauty of the soul, the minimalist

keeps things simple. With a color palate reflecting

the minerals that the Earth holds, this line is unem-

bellished and gains its character from the movement

and sewing techniques of the fabric. Making pair-

ing easy with the modest color palate, accessories

set off this trend from relaxed to classic. With big

floppy hats, large bangles, embellished clutches this

look can go either way.

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Fabr ic StoryThe fabrics used for this line are mostly neutral tones abundant in nature. A major-ity of the fabrics used are lightweight and air permeable. The heavier fabrics such as leather, twill and suede are mainly used for coats, jackets and vests. The lighter fabrics are to offer comfort and versatility. Being so light makes these fabrics able to adjust to any region being light for hot weather and able to layer for colder weather. The gathering, draping and configuring these fabrics gives this line it’s simple classic charm.

Accessor ies For T rend

Handbags and shoes representing the animals that inhabit the earth balance this tren well. Acessories stay witth neutral tones but have

richer deeper pigments.

Big floppy hats keep this look minimal but chic. To protect you from the sun or hide tired eyes, hats can alter the esthetic to this

trend.

Bangle bracelets give this trend pops of color and a

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D r i v e r s

Our economy has been struggling in many different ways over the years. Global warming has taken over summers, making it almost unbearable at times. Having light weight air permeable clothing helps women get through this heat increase while staying fashionable. Another eco-nomic crisis that has hit hard is loss in jobs. Being able to purchase such elemental clothing ex-pands variation in pairing items. Having few items that all go together well will go further than the one expensive garment that everyone notices when you have worn it. 11

M a n i f e s t a t i o n

As we’ve seen in the past years comfort and functionality are winning over high-end clothing. Every year designers evolve chic looks while keeping the luxury of comfort. With such a fast paced world being able to throw on a shirt that wicks and pants that stretch to your every move sounds much more pleasing than tight stiff clothes. Classic beauty does not need a ton of ele-ments involved to make someone or something interesting. In this case less is more.

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Soul Baring

Taking care of your body should be a top priority. This trend allows women to be sexy and confident. In 2013 wom-en will realizze that getting in touch with themselves and their soul will help balance their hectic lives. This sensual trend shows off the beautiful curves and dantiness women hold.

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Soul Baring

Wedding Creme

Eyeliner Black

Robin Egg Blue

Cheeky Pink

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Fabric StoryThe textiles used in this trend are light, sheer, and translucent. Using these fabrics to accentuate the woman’s body makes this trend intimate and sensual. These textiles hold high draping capabilities and a soft hand. The mixing of fabrics and manipulation of textiles creates interesting details to garments.

Accessories For Trend

Give this trend a splash of color with bold pumps

Adding heavy necklaces adds substance to the translucent clothing

Adding attention to detail beneath the garment adds

interest and a hint of flirt

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Drivers

In todays society women have a huge amount of pressure to stay fit and lean. With the economy relying on cheap fast food, this makes this hard to do. Many organizations bring women encouragment to making them feel beautiful. The seduction of this trend is a way for women to express their sexuality and feminism.

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Manifestations

Garments through out the year are getting slinkier and bare more skin than ever. With fashion becoming more risky, women are challenging the perameters of this new trend. 2013 brings a whole new era of baring skin.

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S o u l M a m aBringing back the true indigenous feel, Soul Mamas exuberant feel gets it’s wearer back to their heritage. Express-ing the excitement of origin or just the excitement of life, women can wear it on their sleeve. With bright vibrant col-ors and intricate patterns, you’re sure to show your style through this trend.

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S o u l M a m aL e m o n P e e l

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F i b e r s a n d F a b r i c s

Imported hand dyed cotton

Imported hand dyed cotton

Imported hand dyed cotton

Imported hand dyed cotton

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F a b r i c S t o r yThe fibers used in these textiles are mostly cottons, varying levels of stiffness and elasticity. The hand dyed fabrics imported from overseas flood the runway with vibrant colors. Each pattern represents a story from a different culture, connecting those who wear the garments to the natives who make them. Tribal prints are mixed and matched with other prints, plain fabrics or just worn by themselves.

A c e s s o r i e s i n T r e n d

Sunglasses are a perfect pairing for tribal wear

making it chic and sophisticated

A cute sandal keeps this trend looking summery

and fresh

Having a belt the same col-or as some of the color in the print help break up all the color and patterns and

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D r i v e r s

Travel to most people is a luxury. Sometimes the closest they can get is through what they wear. Being able to wear vibrant colors and patterns can almost give a sense of being there or being part of the culture. 23

M a n i f e s t a t i o n s

We have seen tribal over the years but not as vibrant and intense as we are going to. In 2011 tribal first hit the runway but with a conservative feel to it. As personalities become bolder so do trends and garments. 2013 will bring neons and color blocking to an extreme to create a maximum tribal experience in your wardrobe.

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