Trend Prediction – Spring/Summer 2014 – Futuristic Nature

By Patternbank On November 9, 2012 · In Trend Forecasts

Crystals And Gems / Metallic Leathers / Photographic Applied / Embossed Surfaces / Mirrored And Kaleidoscopic / Photomontage Rock / Mineral Colours

Boston, Don’t Look Back artwork by Gary Norman, Giles Spring 2012, Elisa Vendramin, Carter Smith, Firefly squid of Toyama Japan, Carter Smith, Tourmaline, Detail of viewing machine by Olafur Eliasson

Trend Prediction – Spring/Summer 2014 – Monochromatic Marks

By Patternbank On October 17, 2012 · In Trend Forecasts

Bold Brush-marks / Horizontal Stripes / Inky Black / Saturated Colour / Watercolour Washes / Mono-prints / Nature Inspired / Drippy Textures / Styles Mixed

Sean Scully Othne Titel, Jose Parla R.I.P Khali Al Hazawi, Fred Friedrich, Chalayan S/S 2013 photo via fashionising.com, Junyi Wu, Seán Cotter Monochrome View, Ritsuko Ozeki Long Skirt, Klaus Merkel

Première Vision + Indigo – Autumn/Winter 2013/14 – Print Trend Report Preview

By Patternbank On October 2, 2012 · In Trend Forecasts

[Update] Report now available Première Vision + Indigo – Autumn/Winter 2013/14 – Print Trend Report

In this report we give you an early peek of four of our A/W 2013/14 print trends seen at the recent Premier Vision and Indigo trade shows. Patternbank’s trends team were on hand to research the key print and pattern trends seen at the show. We are currently working on a new and more extensive print trend report which will break down the 12 key stories with colour forecast direction, print inspiration and indispensable reference material.

Midnight Garden

Over-sized Flower Heads / Inky Colours / Florals With Mark Making / Single Blooms / Watercolour Backgrounds / Bleeding / Over-exposure / Flooded Ink / Intense Colour On Dark Backgrounds / Dusky Colour Schemes / Glowing Hues / Overlapping Areas

Alix Malka, Amanda Richardson, Preen via Fashionising, Magriet Smulders

Optical Day

Bauhaus Expression / 1920′s 1960′s 1970′s Mixed / Omega Workshop References / Bloomsbury Style / Wallpaper Looks / Optical Mixes / Tie-style Foulards / Paisley Motifs / Grid-like Patterns / Chevron and Striped

Anni Albers, Friedlinde de Colbertado Dinzl, Marni, Vintage Wallpaper,

Historical Adornment

Rococo Styles / Hidden Silhouettes / Baroque Imagery / Unfinished Work and Sketching / Bleach Effects / Victoriana / Devore Velvets / Scroll Work / Paisley Bleed / Decorative Work / Ornate Gold and Coppers

Vintage Carpets, Daniela Ovtcharov, Mariano Fortuny, Valentino Haute Couture A’12 via Fashionising

Urban Metropolis

Urban Landscape / Photographic Cities Overlaid / Urban Imagery / Pixel Blur / Collage Mix / Graffiti One Colour / Black & White / Industrial Landscape / Mapping / Contour Lines / Mixed Drawn Imagery / Grainy Prints

Jeanne Williamson, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Stephanie Jung, Federico Cortese

Whether you are a small print studio, independent freelance designer, manufacturer or clothing line, this extensive report will give you a real insight into the most important print trends for Autumn/Winter 2013/14. This new improved PDF report will be your essential seasonal aid for your new print developments and colour direction.

Launch Price £15

Indigo New York – Print Trend Influences Autumn / Winter 2013

By Patternbank On August 1, 2012 · In Trend Forecasts

With the first day of INDIGO New York today, Patternbank thought we’d share the shows five surface design directions for Autumn Winter 2013/14. INDIGO New York has steadily become a must visit show for the textile design industry. Running for just 2 days: July 31 & 1st August, INDIGO is a great show for obtaining an insight into new print trends coming through for Autumn/Winter 2013. Indigo New York is also a great pre show before September’s Première Vision & Indigo in Paris. Find out more info about the current show at indigo-salon.

Indigo Salon A/W 2013

Metropolitan Pavilion,
125 West, 18th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues),
New York, NY 10011

July 31st – August 1st, 2012
9am – 6pm

All images above © Première Vision SA

Colour Story – Spring/Summer 2013 – Vibrant Glow

By Patternbank On June 18, 2012 · In Trend Forecasts

Colour Story – Vibrant Glow for Spring Summer 2013 – Day Glow Brights – Acid Yellow – Fluorescent Touches – Dark Undertones – Indigo Blue – Microscopic Colour – Underwater Tropics

BCBG Resort 2013, Ohhappyday.com, Many Moons by Christopher David Ryan, Microscopy photograph of insects by Igor Siwanwics, Vibrant Render by Travess Smalley, Geodes by Elyse Graham, Andy Gilmore, Starfish, Moonstone, BCBG Resort 2013 image via fashioning.com

Catwalk Print Trends – Autumn/Winter 2012 Part 2

By Patternbank On March 21, 2012 · In Catwalks, Trend Forecasts

Patternbank brings you it’s second ‘Catwalk Print Trends’ round-up for A/W 2012. Covering all the shows from New York, London, Milan and Paris, we bring you the key looks that are sure to influence the season. These reports aim to give you a concise overview of the most influential print trends emerging from the recent catwalk season.

Collage of Art

Art statements – Collage expression – Abstract art forms – Patchwork forms – Texture plays – Exaggerated knits and appliqués – Spliced and overprinted form – Overlaid pattern – Varied art references

Antoni and Alison, Ferna Yamamoto, Bernhard Willhelm, Antonio Marras, Bernhard Willhelm, Luke Brooks, Michael Van Der Ham, Dries Van Noten, Antoni and Alison. Photos Via Fashionising.com

Jewelled

Oversize Jewels – Gold ornament – Bejewelled Tweed – Mirrored Holographic’s – Sequin Charmed – Costume crystals – Photographic prints - Visual opulence

Antoni and Alison, Dolce and Gabbana, Louis Vuitton, Matthew Williamson, Louise Gray, Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs. Photos Via Fashionising.com

Eastern Tribe

Brocaded silks - Oriental motifs – Modern Eastern plays – Pattern and motif blends – Jacquard and embroidered details – Gold and metallic threads and print effects – Ornate dragon and bird motif use

Proenza Schouler, Zac Posen, Vivienne Tam, Jason Wu, Dries Van Noten, Barbara Bui, Dries Van Noten, Proenza Schouler. Photos Via Fashionising.com

Embellished

Golden ecclesiastical - Glistening brocades - Metallic and burnished gold looks – Elaborately embellished – Cross stitch and Tapestry work – Pearl studded looks - Pearlescent shades – Opulent gold

Dolce and Gabbana, Collette Dinnigan, Barbara Bui, Valentino, Balmain, Temperly, Tommy Hilfiger, Valentino, Kinder Aggugini. Photos Via Fashionising.com

Graphic impact

Street Art beauty – Graphic symbol & icon use – Sprayed visual marks – Large scale art – Airbrushed visuals – Graphic havoc – Cut and paste looks – Typography pattern – Vivid colour use

Antoni and Alison, Ashish, Gaultier, Bernard Willheim, Luke Brooks, Manish Arora, Louise Gray, Manish Arora, Balenciaga. Photos Via Fashionising.com

Inspiration Spring/Summer 2013 – Indigo Hues

By Patternbank On March 20, 2012 · In Trend Forecasts

Inspiration for Spring / Summer 2013 – Prints inspired by Indigo dyed cloths – Wax resist techniques – Hand drawn botanicals – Photographic prints – Japanese themes

Joshua Yeldham, Valerie Hammond, Rodarte S/S 2011, Max Ernst, Anna Atkins, Jun Kaneko, Shibori c.1900, Claire Malhoney, Eben Goff. Rodarte image via stylebistro.com

Catwalk Print Trends – Autumn/Winter 2012 Part 1

By Patternbank On March 14, 2012 · In Catwalks, Trend Forecasts

Patternbank breaks down the key print trends seen on the recent A/W 2012 catwalks. Covering all the shows from New York, London, Milan and Paris, we bring you the key looks that are sure to influence the season. These reports aim to give you a concise overview of the most influential print trends emerging from the recent catwalk season. This is the first instalment featuring five key print trend stories spotted, Part 2 will follow shortly.

60s Geo

Upholstery prints – Mod geometric looks – Wallpaper inspired prints – Bold geometric repeats – Stripe and pattern mixes – 60s inspired graphic repeats

Prada, Louis Vuitton, Carven, Miu-Miu, Anna Sui, Marc-Jacobs, Fernanda, Carven. Photos Via Fashionising.com

Black and White

Monochrome statements – Optic contrast – Mixed scale – Pattern clashes – Scarf and border detail use – Graphic visual expression – Faded greys – Contrasting stripes

Jonathan Saunders, Angelo Marani, Fendi, Marni, John Richmond, Louise Gray, Marni, Lamb, Talbot Runhof. Photos Via Fashionising.com

Stripes, Checks & Houndstooth

Ombre striped effects – Houndstooth abstraction – Diagonal and horizontal mixes – Overprint effects – Pattern clashes – Digital dissection – Stripe and check integration

Nicole Miller, Antonio & Alison, Basso and Brooke, Ferna Yamamoto, Junko Shimada, Tommy Hilfieger, Tory Burch, Akris, Anna Sui. Photos Via Fashionising.com

Dark Blooms

Dark ground use – Spatial repeat prints – Stark contrasts – Tropical midnight scenes – Romantic floral blooms – Purples, lilacs and dark mint colour hues

Elisa Palomino, Gucci, Emporio Armani, Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, Gucci, Dolce and Gabbana, Comme Des Garcon, Suno. Photos via Vogue.com & Fashionising.com

Tapestry Canvas

Traditional tapestry patterns and textures – Decorative floral motifs – Crafted stitch looks – Woven structured prints – Striped and pattern effects – Folk art inspired

Carven, Valentino, Vivienne Tam, Nicole Miller, Dolce and Gabbana, Antonio Maras, Christian Cota, Vivienne Tam, Clements Ribeiro. Photo via Fashionising.com

Check out Patternbank’s Catwalk print trend report part 2 – here.

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