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Spring/Summer 2015
Key Trends Spring/Summer 2015
December 2013
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Key Trends Spring/Summer 2015
December 2013
Overview
Spring/Summer 2015 represents the season of forward thinking. So progressive in fact that it has taken many
of the tried and true trends from last Fall and reinterpreted them into a lighter, more minimal aesthetic. The
industry is fnally learning to evolve with the current pace of the world, from technology to globalization to
consumer behavior. Now that we know what works, we can really focus on developing design and functionality
to make what we wear the best it can be. This by no means suggests a stop to experimentation but instead
we've become interested in advancing fabrication standards, ft customizations, and of course, the overall
construction and appeal of what we are wearing.
Liquid fabrics, bare midriffs, tons of transparency, and a renewed 90's minimalism really set the ambience for
the latest Fashion Week extravaganza. While forals and tribal references defnitely ruled the runway, athletic
infuences are modernized by cool approach to layering and tennis inspired uniforms. Despite all the cropped
tops, things remain modest with classic menswear tailoring in soft feminine fabrications. From an airy elegance
to a strong desire for nonconformity, punk rock inspired glamour lives on in fuid fabrics and iridescent tones.
grunge and punk continue as does the new age gypsy but both taking casual to eclectic. Pants are wider and
looser with even culottes making a comeback. Abstract marble swirls, bold tropical forals, brand logos and
sayings, and an artistic movement from the street to the gallery lead print directions. Details like sequins, fringe,
feathers, and crystals revamp the ordinary.
If Orchid is the color of 2014, it is without a doubt that blue will reign next year as purples and greys get watery
accents. From cobalts to mint, turquoise, navy, indigo, and sky blue, this the most predominant colour direction
for the S/S 2014 season. Not to mention, reds get pinker, candy colours brighter, brights deepen, and pastels
neutralize. White stands strong yet again as the prevailing palette cleanser and represents minimalism in its
purest form.
Key Trends Spring/Summer 2015
December 2013
Colours
Rise & Shine: Muted pastels like pale pink, yellow and blue neutralize into a morning mist as the frst natural
rays of light shine through the bedroom window.
Hollywood Gossip: An array of dramatic theatrical hues take us to a midnight matinee screening of one of the
most prominent love stories, full of everything from blushing pink to maroon, and even with a surprise ending.
Seeds of Summer: Saturated candy colours fnally frutify into a palette of sweet juicy tones from the pinkish
red of sweet pomegranate to sugar plum lavender.
Material Girl: These deepend Crayola brights evoke how colours can really make us feel whether it be in a
saphire satin, hot pink organza, or desert suede.
Prints
Basic Space: Horizontal, vertical and multi-stripes, colour blocking, geometric shapes in puzzle piece patterns,
laser cut esq patterns, mixed and multi-coloured plaids, gingham, houndstooth checks, patchwork type
designs, and multi-stripes, pinstripes
Floral Fantasies: Ditsy forals, falling fower designs, dense winter forals, watercolor fowers, foral and stripe
combinations, print over print forals, vintage forals, lace-like motifs
Street Smarts: Spray paint inspired prints, splotches, brushstrokes, and streaks, leopard and zebra prints
in natural tones, animal print mashups, reptilian effects, graphic designs and bold logos, worn in prints and
washed out effects, camo, lip patterns, star shapes, mixed prints
Going Global: Dense Hawaiian forals and leaf prints, folklore prints, Islamic mosaics, medallion prints,
hieroglyphics motifs, landscape motifs, marble inspired prints, scarf prints, brightly coloured ornate geometrics,
block prints
Key Trends Spring/Summer 2015
December 2013
Fabrics
By The Seaside: Scuba fabrications, high-tech materials, cotton eyelet, perforation, nylon, parachute fabrics, breezy
silks, netting and mesh, linen, chambray, cargo materials, crepe, denim in dark and medium washes
Truth or Dare: Smooth leathers with stretch, baggy distressed denim, rainbow sequined fabrics, metallic leathers,
pleathers, plastic overlays, light fannels, distressed denim with shiny coatings, laser cut PVC, stamped leathers, raw
denim
Fortune Telling: Velvet, lace, lame, summer furs, georgette, glossy laquered silks and satins, brocades, organza,
jacquards, minks, fox furs, candy coloured faux furs, duchesse satins, sheers, chiffon, soft leathers and suede, ostrich
feathers, horsehair, crepe de chine, plisse
Madmen: Traditional suiting fabrics, light wools, herringbones, structured cotton twills, crisp cottons, lightly textured
tweeds
Knits: Summer cashmeres, ribbed knits, laser cut knits, heathered and melange knits, delicate artisan knits, textured
yarns, boucle with sparkly threads, sweatshirt materials, stretch jerseys, thin slouchy knits, light cottons, metallic
threads, deconstructed knits
Details
Competitive Advantage: Asymmetrical and wrapped hemlines, drawstrings, laser cutting, elastic waistbands,
exquisite tailoring techniques, tennis infuences, menswear infuences, mullet hems, cinched waists
Sweet Sentiments: Dense foral embellishments and appliques, intricate bead designs, sequins, sparkles, glitter, soft
shiny surfaces, sheens and metallic fnishes, fringe and tassels, crystal embroidery, mirror effects, fuidity, pleating,
ruffes, Swarovski crystals, Native American infuences and embroidery
Take It Easy: Barely exposed midriffs and cutouts, halter shapes, minimalism, dropped hemlines that fall below the
knee, layering, minimalism, drapery and wrapping, sheer stripes, boxy shapes, kimono shapes and knotting
Order & Chaos: Buckles, studs, spikes, zippers, safety pins, pleats, sewn on patches, distressed and torn fabrications,
opened shirts buttoned at the top, collaged fabrications, hoods, raw hems, fur accents, military and workwear infu-
ences
Key Trends Spring/Summer 2015
December 2013
Silhouettes
Tops
Cropped tops
Scarf tops
Halter bibs
Bandeaus and bralettes
Polo shirts
Cropped bustier tops
T-shirts
Classic men's blouses, some cropped
Criss cross wrapped tops
Caftans
Trousers
Skin tight leather pants
Baggy sweatpants
Denim trousers
Short shorts
Menswear suits both pants and
shorts
Slim, cropped pants
Board shorts
Loose wide trousers
Culottes
Peek-a-boo trousers and skirts
Overalls and jumpsuits
Safari style suits in pant, skirt or short
form
Pajama style pants
High waisted knotted/belted pants
and skirts
Dresses
Slinky evening dresses
Draped dresses
Sheaths
Bodycon mini dresses
Spaghetti strapped dresses
Party dresses
Flouncy, ruffed dresses
Drop waist dresses
Slip dresses
Shirtdresses
Sarong dresses
Skirts
Shirts as skirts
Mullet hem skirts
Pleated skirts
Asymmetrical wrap skirts
Box pleated minis
Elongated pencil skirts
Flouncy, ruffed skirts
Super tight pencil skirts
Lady-like suits with full A-line skirts
Knits
Pullover sweaters
Fitted sweatshirts
Loose sweaters
Coats and Jackets
Overcoats
Open blazers and jackets (either fully
or halfway)
Anoraks
Bomber jackets
Printed motorcycle jackets and biker
vests (from cropped to voluminous)
Long blazers
Cropped jackets with bracelet
sleeves
Cape coats
Ponchos
Key Trends Spring/Summer 2015
December 2013
*Please see actual Pantone chips for exact colors.
Overview Colours
PANTONE
11-4201 TPX
PANTONE
18-3949 TPX
PANTONE
17-4015 TPX
PANTONE
15-1515 TPX
PANTONE
15-5207 TPX
PANTONE
12-4805 TPX
PANTONE
14-5002 TPX
PANTONE
14-0002 TPX
PANTONE
17-3725 TPX
PANTONE
13-0540 TPX
PANTONE
18-3946 TPX
PANTONE
16-1527 TPX
PANTONE
18-2143 TPX
PANTONE
12-0643 TPX
PANTONE
17-4427 TPX
PANTONE
13-0739 TPX
PANTONE
19-1230 TPX
PANTONE
19-0309 TPX
PANTONE
11-0617 TPX
PANTONE
12-1209 TPX
PANTONE
12-0727 TPX
PANTONE
16-1414 TPX
PANTONE
17-1744 TPX
PANTONE
19-3830 TPX
PANTONE
16-1451 TPX
PANTONE
17-1663 TPX
PANTONE
19-4104 TPX
PANTONE
19-1543 TPX