Fashion experiences a dynamic strap in different parts of the world, wearing different colors, images and sensations, taking inspiration from the local environment and blending with the stream of global trends. This article focuses on the futuristic trends for the upcoming 2007-2008 season in the fashion meccas: New York, Paris, Milan, London and Los Angeles. These five cities have an extemporaneous existence in the world of fashion and exert a profound influence on international fashion trends. Except for New York, summer trends are explored in every other city.
NY
It is winter in New York and the city is ready for fall/winter 2007 – 2008.
colors
Brassy gold, saturated black with a deep petrol blue hue, and copper tones will dominate the dark color palette. Black in different shades will continue to dominate the footwear industry.
Fabrics: Wools, leathers and wet-look patent finishes along with quilted effects on jackets will dominate next season.
Clothing: Women’s clothing is influenced by 1940s favourites. Terracotta jackets with layering and cropped styles along with the black coat with belted drapes and large military-inspired collars are all the rage this season. Dresses continue to set the mood even in winter in warm shades of black, gray and blue to pay attention to cold weather. A-line skirts, tie-neck blouses, cable-knit cardigans with bow-inspired necklines, defined waists, ruffles and pleated grosgrain ribbon placement will flow through the formal and informal circuit. Wide-leg pants with knee-length shorts are the go-to for this 1940s season look.
Clothing: Women’s clothing is influenced by 1940s favourites. Terracotta jackets with layering and cropped styles along with the black coat with belted drapes and large military-inspired collars are all the rage this season. Dresses continue to set the mood even in winter in warm shades of black, gray and blue to pay attention to cold weather. A-line skirts, tie-neck blouses, cable-knit cardigans with bow-inspired necklines, defined waists, ruffles and pleated grosgrain ribbon placement will flow through the formal and informal circuit. Wide-leg pants with knee-length shorts are the go-to for this 1940s season look.
Partywear: Decorative sequins on understated black dresses with youthful shades of black/blue popping to create color-blocking effects will continue to sparkle on New York nights.
Makeup: For Spring/Summer 2008 in New York, MAC artists will create looks for 70 shows including: Carolina Herrera, LAMB, Rodarte, Heatherette, J.Mendel and Baby Phat. Mac makeup artists reveal the Mineralized loose powders and extensions of the Mineralized line are the most anticipated novelties.
Accessories: Winter brings back the supremacy of black boots with both flat and platform options. This season for footwear decoration “less is more” with special emphasis on straps, cuffs and heels. Deep metallic coatings with glass matte will be prominent in this market.
London
The hot summer sun highlights the need to be trend conscious this season for Londoners.
Colors: White will dominate all looks this summer in London, be it clothing or accessories. Aside from those cool warm biscuit neutrals, steamy gray and stone with metallic trims on garments and accessories will be in style.
Outerwear: “Tie” ties accentuate looks for blouses, skirts and bags this season. Shorts with key tie details at the waist will dominate streetwear. Shorts will be a must this season to glorify the beauty of summer. The empire waistline will remain prominent and the maxi dress will accentuate the mannequins in the store window. Utility-inspired shorts are important to the casual women’s market. For casual wear, short suits with halter and plunging necklines will be in style. Bathing suits will see more colors in animal prints.
Accessories: Partywear: The liquid sequin dress in metallic tones will also shine on the party circuit this season.
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