Trends Spring/Summer 2012: Fashion Snoops

Seasonal Themes Men’s/Women’s Apparel: Overarching seasonal themes for Spring/Summer 2012, a sneak peek at trends that will be presented at Sourcing at Magic. View galleries which include color, fabric, trim and pattern callouts specific to each theme, the season's 4 key trends are illustrated, including: Simple Picnic, Boho Spirit, Desert Adventure and Tropical Punch. Presented on WeConnectFashion, courtesy of Fashion Snoops, where the full report is available to subscribers.
Simple Picnic
Casual looks fit for a summer picnic appear sweet and innocent and undoubtedly relaxed.
Brilliant gingham checks and garden florals sit next to eyelet, linen, chambray and classic cotton poplin.
Boho Spirit
Driven by the strong 70s sentiment, this traditional bohemian expression is realized with eclectic hippie mixes of print and pattern. Paisleys, botanical flowers and ethnic border prints play amongst gauze, silk, crochet and rich embellishment.
Desert Adventure
A desert expedition brings in a rugged and exotic feel with raw materials paired with animal skins.
The natural feel is expressed through crinkle linen and dye techniques while prints come alive with snake, leopard, feather and reptile. Beading and fringe add extra flavor.
Tropical Punch
Tropical references are expressed in a bold and bright medley that puts prints and patterns at the forefront. Amazonian inspiration brings in lush jungle landscapes filler with tropical fruits. Hawaiian florals are essential and Polynesian tiki prints bring in an exotic flavor.

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Men’s Trends F/W 2011-12 Peclers | CIFF

Season Themes Men’s: Peclers has put together a trend presentation for the CIFF, which takes place in February 3-6, 2011. Four distinct trend lines are on display, each has substantive material, both visual and descriptive. Themes for both the men’s and women’s forecast are: Gold Medallist, Eco-Optimistic, World Remix, and Far-Off Lands. The report is a good overview to get retailers in the mood of the Fall/Winter 2011-12 season. Presented on WeConnectFashion, courtesy of Peclers, and the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF).

Gold Medallist
Re-infuses meaning to standard references...



Classicism becomes a compelling force and provides an opportunity to innovate. Because it is bold, majestic and charismatic. . . classicism is ideally up-to-date. It offers benchmarks for building, recomposing, and boldly reviving self-confidence and true elegance, those that are based on know-how, knowledge, and experience. A focus on classics with a radically contemporary and modern translation, allowing for offbeat and eccentric variations.

Hunting, horse riding, college and British traditions inspire our search for new key standards.

Eco-Optimistic
Eco-optimistic refocuses on an active and empathetic utopia, on co-production, on simple, sustainable and appealing solutions.

Make way for the community spirit, collective action, and creative collaborations, for a dynamic and solidarity-based utopia that will rebuild social ties and turn passive consumers into imaginative co-producers. This new generation of pragmatic altruism believes in the energizing power of enthusiasm, seeks simple, sustainable, alternative, local, fair and appealing solutions that aren't swamped in artificial lecturing and ideology. Basic, human and atypical solutions that are made for all those who have accepted the constraints of the modern world but take it with a dose of humor and hedonism.

With Eco-optimistic, we reinvent daily life by using color in a pragmatic and simple way. It offers a new aesthetic for an easy and casual wardrobe, for those who balance environmental responsibilities with playfulness.

World Remix
World Remix relates to current attitudes towards nomadology and mixing: it is a rich and modern story of human transmission and endurance.



Between yesterday's pioneer and today's migrant, population movements and cultural interactions have never ceased to intensify and accelerate. Globalization has helped us realize the tremendous diversity and riches of this "world culture" that merges with notions of a positive and sustainable future. Like a long human saga of transmission, wanderlust and endurance, "Nomadology" and "Hybrid-age" are re-infused with meaning and essence.

In World Remix, we integrate all world cultures and rediscover the pioneer workwear for sustainable functionality.

Far-off Lands
Far-off lands creates an essential imaginary parenthesis: a strange world of chimerical softness and galactic surges, where we are suspended between the year 1000 and an uncertain future.

Once upon a time, living the natural life of frugal simplicity and unassuming beauty, a return to the source of neo-Shaker or Pre-Raphaelite neo-romanticism, of a symbiosis with flora and fauna. This enchanted "green" dream of softness and freshness inspires urbanites tired of the Fast track and Junk life. We want to infuse, in our lives, some utopia, ecological adventure and rethink our relationship to nature in an exploding, muffled, timeless world, a precursor of things to come. This is the prelude to a new movement.

To be in harmony with one's surroundings is essential. Nature inspires our way of life and adds poetry and softness to the wardrobe.

Report courtesy of: Peclers Paris and the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF). View the Peclers Paris Men's Report in its entirety.

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Spring/Summer 2012 Seasonal Themes by Promostyl & Printsource

Seasonal Themes Women's, Men's, Kid's: Every January, New York hosts several print and surface fabric shows. With them comes inspiration for the upcoming season from international trend forecasting companies. On view is one such report that will be seen at PrintSource. The "Style Guide" report, created by Promostyl, highlights four key trends for the Spring/Summer 2012 market. Presented on WeConnectFashion, courtesy of Promostyl and Printsource.

Internance
Minimalism and nomadism come together for a theme that’s focused on reviving original and timeless paired down styles. The palette is based on the myriad variations of sand and earth nuances accompanied by five sun-bleached pastels. The print direction focuses on tribal motifs and photo-landscape images that are fused with a kaleidoscope effect.

Polychromy
We awaken the senses with a techno-edge theme focused on the positive energy of light and color. An emphasis on electric and glitter effects boosts the basics and infuse new life into casual wear. The palette is made up of bright tones that are offset by intense neutrals to form lyrical and dissonant harmonies. The print direction takes classic prints and infuses them with saturated colors and overlapping 3d effects.

Polychromy
We awaken the senses with a techno-edge theme focused on the positive energy of light and color. An emphasis on electric and glitter effects boosts the basics and infuse new life into casual wear. The palette is made up of bright tones that are offset by intense neutrals to form lyrical and dissonant harmonies. The print direction takes classic prints and infuses them with saturated colors and overlapping 3d effects.

Genesis
An organic and lyrical theme inspired by the mysteries of the underworld. Aquatic life inspires this story that looks at art nouveau and avant-garde styles for silhouettes that are all about metamorphoses. The chameleon color range is made up of aquatic turquoises, purple tints and telluric brownish reds. The palette is punctuated with two supernatural pastels and two iridescent hues. The print direction creates a new camouflage with nature motifs that are layered in an impressionistic manner with a focus on solarized feathers ad re-colored forest landscapes.


Printsource is the main resource for surface and textile design for America's major manufacturers, retailers and catalogs, covering such industries as men's, children's and women's apparel, bed and bath, kitchen and tabletop, paper goods and stationery, wallcoverings, window fashions and other surface and textile design applications.

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Men’s Color Fall/Winter 2011-12 by Design Options

Color Trend Report Young Men's, Contemporary: Fall/ Winter 2011-12 young men's color trends are on display with themes ranging from:

City Slicker, audaciously urban; Midnight Cowboy, modish and modern buckaroo; American Attitude, a true patriot with stylish disposition; to Rock N' Soul which is mod to new wave retro at core.

Presented on WeConnectFashion [formerly Infomat], courtesy of Design Options, the color forecasting company who brings Southern California's unique aesthetic to the world.

American Attitude
American Attitude… A true patriot with stylish disposition. Deep mauve and plum shades of ultranationalist and factional call attention to bold edges while simultaneously accentuating fine style lines. Silver and grey tones of opinionated and affection add a touch of pretense on a canvas of ribbed knit.


City Slicker
City Slicker… Bright lights and city nights. Slate grey and olive shades of audaciously urban and metropolitan give full rein to timeless elements. Deep mustard and chocolate brown tones create a distinctively modern atmosphere while adding slick texture to satin finishes.

Midnight Cowboy
Slate blue and green-yellow shades of buckaroo and horseman display stoutness on tailored oxford and woven fabrications. Modesh and modern exhibitions of roping, riding and bull-dogging…Midnight Cowboy.

Rock n’ Soul
Rock N’ Soul… Influenced by a soul full of retro. Orange and yellow shades of new wave and mod culture reveal pure authenticity on a backdrop of brocade. Silver and cyan blue hues of rockin’ revival and harmonious resurgence combine brilliantly with unparalleled technique.

Design Options, has a golbal client base, filling the color needs of large retailers to small indie design firms.

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Seasonal Themes: Men's F/W 2011/12

Seasonal Direction Mens Apparel: Overarching seasonal themes for F/W 11/12 as seen at Sourcing at Magic. View galleries which include color, fabric, trim and pattern callouts specific to each theme Through the use of vignettes and props, the season's 4 key trends are illustrated, including: Savile Row, Alpine, Sherwood Forest and Boarding School. Presented on Infomat, courtesy of Fashion Snoops, where the full report is available to subscribers.

Seasonal Direction


A classic menswear inspired theme realized with grey flannel, tweed and shirting stripes. Sheer's and a hint of lace create a feminine take.

This outdoor centric theme utilizes Tyrolean patterns, fair isle stitches and blanket plaids with cozy fabrications to keep the chill out.

An enchanted forest theme, tinged in medieval lore with lush materials and deep saturated color.

School is back in session with preppy overtones and a nod to a post punk sensibility.

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Euro Street Style Summer ’10 Trendstop.com

On The Street Mens Festival Round Up: No longer the domain of out-there hippy fashion, festival dressing represents an eclectic collection of inventive mix-and-match pieces. Versatile garments remain popular, especially at Glastonbury, despite the welcome respite of scorching sun - accessorized with feminine details, including headscarves and floral wreath headbands. The boys were equally eclectic, fusing Indian inspired graphics with slim-line jeans, as gender stereotypes and boundaries continue to blur. Presented on Infomat, courtesy of Trendstop.com, the site known for great visuals and early trend identification.

Indian Inspired
The Urban Bedouin trend, prevalent on the Spring Summer 2011 men's runway, inspires festival attire. Indian inspired graphics and swirling paisley prints are juxtaposed with simple square cuts, re-contextualized when paired with battered slim-line jeans. Eastern embroidery and gilded Moroccan motifs add interest to surfaces, and add an unexpected edge of decadence.

Optic Stripes
A minimal graphic tradition inspires optical black and white stripes. Simple silhouettes and skinny fit shapes juxtapose with draped necks and loose necklines, a laid-back approach to summer style. Mix and match stripe within garments, or pair with monochrome separates for immediate impact and an unexpected summer aesthetic.

Trendstop.com is a leading trend agency whose clients include leading brands, luxury brands, retailers, etailers, stylists and celebrities. Trendstop.com specializes in the commercial translation of conceptual trend looks to help you create best-selling on-trend styles. With access to vast image galleries, focused key trend reports, emerging trends and major themes updates, trendstop subscribers are always ahead of the trend.

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Menswear Runway Call-Outs: Spring/Summer 2011

While this summer has yet to wind down, next spring and summer still seem to be a far way off. Nevertheless, I can never pass up a good trend analysis!

The following synopsis of the Runway Call-Outs for spring/summer 2011 was prepared by Trendstop, showing the forward-looking guy what is on the horizon.

Runway Report Menswear:
The necessary contrast to the colorful exuberance of Jil Sander and Prada, designers update classic menswear pieces for Spring Summer 2011. Casual garments are rendered with a surprisingly smart twist, whilst the smart are reinvigorated in technical fabrications; aiding in the creation of a thoroughly contemporary wardrobe that is suitable for more than one purpose. Loose and slouchy silhouettes dominate, culminating in low-cut tanks and long-line tunic shirts that promote a dressed-down aesthetic, perfect for summertime dressing.

Pared Down Bomber
The Nineties staple comes with pared down detailing, a clean and functional minimalism ideal for the Spring to Summer transition. Explore the potential of technical performance fabrics, or add contrast zips and asymmetric fastenings, as exemplified by Raf Simons and Gaspard Yurkievich.

Officer Jacket Update
The influence of the military inspires a reworking of the office jacket. Nylon finishes promote a casual stance, or opt for a formal conceit with gold buttons and braiding, or a cutaway front, as seen at Burberry Prorsum. White and natural color palettes introduce a safari aesthetic.

Slash Neck Knit
Layer over formal shirting to the archetypal office wear, or wear under a blazer and waistcoat. Contrasting or coordinating color palettes place emphasis on the new knitwear shape.

Tunic Shirt
Menswear is imbued with a subtle womenswear twist, as designers borrow from ethnic inspired attire. Longline shirts and tunics are belted with simple ties and belts that reiterate an alternative summer cool.

Low Cut Tank
Promote an easy-wear, effortless summer style with slouchy vest tops. Scooped necks and low cut armholes create the required insouciance, manipulated and crumpled finishes strengthen the overall conceit.
Formal Bermuda Short
The casual Bermuda is updated for the season in smart cotton fabrications. A loose and roomy shape extends to just above the knee, and can we adapted for printed and plain finishes. Best worn with sandals.

Caramel Leather Man Bag
Luxe caramel tones are applied to leather holdalls, backpacks and satchels, enhancing the appeal of the ubiquitous man-bag. Enhancing a well-dressed, gentleman-like apparel, caramel leather is a summer staple for the style conscious man about town.

Basket Weave Lace Up
Reinvigorating the pastoral cliche, basket-weave details inspire a new take on the masculine lace-up shoe. Polished leathers create an air of distinct refinement, whilst straw like and cotton weaves update shabby chic for a new season.

Luxe Loafer
The humble loafer is elevated to a fashion must-have by numerous designers. Suede uppers are detailed with kiltie fringing at Les Hommes, the same feature appearing on leather loafers at Etro. Detailed embossing and silver additions further promote the luxe conceit.

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Men’s Runway Reports S/S 2011 Trendstop.com

Seasonal Direction Menswear: The Spring /Summer 2011 catwalks exploded with a riot of color and print, as designers in both Paris and Milan reveled in a sartorial renaissance. Jil Sander's unexpected brights set the anticipated standard in Milan, the conceit reiterated by Miuccia Prada's simplified, practical green scrubs.

The mood in Paris was somewhat more introspective, with several designers - including Kris Van Assche and Raf Simons - taking inspiration from manual labor and functional attire.

Presented on Infomat, courtesy of Trendstop.com, the site known for great visuals and early trend identification.

Hedonist Florals
Florals return for Spring with a generation spanning sweep. From circular sixties, to watercolor blooms, kaleidoscopic Hawaiian to Peter Saville Technicolor, saturated tones of blood red, cerise and highlighter blue elevate the characteristically feminine to hyper real hedonism.

Highlighter
Brights Succulent and saturated; glaring greens, Yves Klein blues, acidic oranges, full bleed pinks and effulgent turquoise ricochet from the runways in an lively rebuttal of dour, winter darks. Clashed as whole pieces, bleeding watercolor or mixed width stripes, classic cuts are endowed with optimistic minimalism.

Floral Camouflage
Disguised florals embrace femininity without overt references, as tonal blooms are blended in a discreet camouflage. All over prints clash with plaid, stripe and check, the mix-and-match of pattern reducing the impact of the floral print.

Suede
A key outerwear fabric for Spring Summer 2011, suede is effective in classic sandy tones. Solid color blocks showcase the soft tactility of the fabrication; lightweight versions are pliable and easily manipulated. Update for a contemporary market with panels and contrast weaves.

Gingham
Gingham is reinvigorated when paired with paisley prints, check and stripe. The classic print is scaled-down or oversized, faded and colorways and seersucker fabrications evoke a worn inn effect, reminiscent of nostalgic summer days.

Trendstop.com is a leading trend agency whose clients include leading brands, luxury brands, retailers, etailers, stylists and celebrities. Trendstop.com specializes in the commercial translation of conceptual trend looks to help you create best-selling on-trend styles. With access to vast image galleries, focused key trend reports, emerging trends and major themes updates, Trendstop subscribers are always ahead of the trend.

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MEN’S S/S 2011 NELLY RODI | CIFF

Season Themes Men's: Nelly Rodi has put together a spectacular trend presentation for the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF), which takes place August 12-15, 2010. Four distinct trendlines are on display, each has substantive material, both visual and descriptive. Themes: Tiny Pleasures, Exotic Junk, Elitist Elegance, and Color Therapy capture the mood of Spring/Summer 2011. Presented on Infomat, courtesy of Nelly Rodi, and the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF), published by permission.













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