Patternbank breaks down the key print trends from the Cruise/Resort Pre Spring 2013 catwalk Shows. These shows are a great insight into the upcoming Spring/Summer 2013 catwalk shows (which we’ll also be covering). Here we bring you a concise overview of the most influential print trends emerging from these recent Resort shows. This is the first instalment featuring six key print trend stories, Part 2 will follow shortly. Sign up to our Newsletter to find out when part 2 is live on the site.
Abstract Pattern
Oil Paint Expression – Loosely Rendered Pattern – Marbling and Mineral pattern references – Freshly Painted form – Movement Lines – Unexpected Brights
Monique Lhuillier, Issey Miyake, Issey Miyake, John Galliano, TSE, Christopher Kane, Preen, Josie Natori. Photos Via Fashionising.com
Border Decor
Dissected Border Prints – Stripes in Border format – Intense Border use – Deconstructed Paisley Print Elements – Enlarged Border detail – New Forms of Engineered Prints – Repositioned pattern structures – Baroque Border prints
Carolina Herrera, Roberto Cavalli, Celine, Antonio Berardi, Etro, Anna Sui, Nanette Lepore, Anna Sui, Givenchy. Photos Via Fashionising.com
Brushed Statements
Subtle Art Brush Strokes – Paint Dabs – Oil Paint Textures – Bold & Bright Colour Hues – Fun Paint statements – Gradient Colour effects – Single Stroke Brush Marks – Brush Movement Marks – Textured Brush Patterns - Mixed scale brush work
Emporio Armani, Gabriele Colangelo, Tribune Standard, Carolina Herrera, Christopher Kane, Christopher Kane. Photos Via Fashionising.com
Ethnic Energy
Native American References – Twisted Cultures – Tribal Reworks with Folkloric inspirations – Energetic visuals – Vibrant Brights – Summer Ikat looks
Bibhu Mohapatra, Mara Hoffman, Tory Burch, Versace, Altuzarra, BCBG Max Azria, Altuzarra, Thakoon, BCBG Max Azria. Photos Via Fashionising.com
Intense Bloom
Mid Scale Florals – Powerful, Bold Colour Plays – Vivid Color mixes – Saturated Prints & Botanical Studies – Tropical References – Overgrown Country Gardens Studies – 60s Vibe Florals
Preen, Francesco Scognamiglio, Alice + Olivia, Barbara Tfank, Gucci, Stella McCartney, Mother of Pearl, Moschino, Marc Jacobs. Photos Via Fashionising.com
Monochrome Impact
Stark Contrasting Patterns – Optical Plays – Floral mixed with Geometric Prints – Structure and linear form visuals – High contrast statements – Chevron and Stripe Abstract Prints
Balmain, Rachel Roy, C’N'C Costume National, Anna Sui, Emilio Pucci, Antonio Marras. Photos Via Fashionising.com
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