WOMEN'S ACCESSORIES PATTERN S/S 2015. TREND COUNCIL

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WOMEN'S TOP 5 TREND THEMES S/S 2015. FASHION SNOOPS

WOMEN'S MARKET

Here we highlight 13 most influential S/S 15 themes in Womenswear. Art is one of the freshest influences this season with Avant Pop, echoing our Visionary forecast. Sports Illustrated confirms that athletic influence shows no sign of slowing with Sportsphere. Minimal designs push forward with two theme options - Formula Solution and Soft Minimalist. The Power 80s is the new decade of reference, while Paradise Strip puts the glamour back into retro, also confirming our Visionary report.

AVANT POP

Reflecting Fashion Snoops' Visionary theme of the same name, Avant Pop becomes one of the most influential seasonal references, lead by designers like Chanel, Prada, Celine and Preen. Bright colors are essential, while prints and patterns take center stage. Pop art faces and surrealist imagery are most forward, while print mixes and pop blocking offer commercial appeal. Asymmetrical silhouettes and wrapped techniques add an edge, and 3D or jewel encrusted embellishments add to the lively and excessive theme.

FORMULA SOLUTION

Formula = Solution confirms Fashion Snoops' Visionary forecast of the same name, and progresses our Cubist theme from last season. Leaders of the look include Fendi, Helmut Lang and Yigal Azrouel. A monochromatic palette is essential for plays on patterns like fractured or retro geometrics, while color is added in perspective and patchwork geometric motifs. Transparency is achieved with organza layers, while 3D textures and laser cut materials offer a novelty approach. Asymmetrical silhouettes and wrapped techniques are leading silhouette directions and cutouts are a highlighted detail.

LA VIE EN ROSE

La Vie en Rose is the prettiest and most feminine message of the season. Matthew Williamson, Giambattista Valli and Mary Katrantzou all get in on the action, set to a powdery pastel color palette. A flowing assortment of fabrics include chiffon, organza and lace which turn up on fuller silhouettes and below-the-knee hemlines. Florals are a major take-away, from cherry blossoms to botanical screens and romantic blooms. Flowers also make an appearance on influential 3D appliques, in addition to popular ruffle details.

YOUNG CONTEMPORARY MARKET

Here we highlight 11 of the most influential S/S 15 themes in Young Contemporary, complete with in-depth extensions into color palettes, key runway looks, materials, patterns and design details. Sports Illustrated tops out as one of the most important expressions, confirming athletic reference. 90s Streetwear enters as the new favored decade, nodding to hip hop reference. Tropical motifs appear in kitsch and surf looks, while ethnic Tribal and bohemian Free Spirited themes round out the leading influences.

PHYSED

One of the most popular and commercial themes to progress forward is athletic reference in sportswear. A diverse lineup of designers that feature the Phys Ed theme includes DKNY, Sacai, Tommy Hilfiger and Gucci. Active bright hues appear, set to an advanced material offering of nylon, neoprene, mesh and perforated materials. Track pants and shorts are key items, and bra tops are often layered under bomber jackets. Color blocking moves forward, while other pattern favorites include stripe remix and varsity numbers. Striped trim is a favorite and zippers are leveraged both for function and design.

TROPICAL KITSCH

Milan designers from Etro to Aquiliano. Rimondi and MSGM take on the tropics with a burst of bold colors and prints. Highlighted patterns center around florals via palms, dark paradise and tropical explosion motifs. Materials dress up the look from silk satin to printed chiffon, while key items like matched sets also celebrate prints. Details include halter necks and slits in terms of silhouette, with more elaborate expressions featuring beading or 3D embellishment.

Courtesy : WeConnectFashion and Fashion Snoops. 

WOMEN'S COLOR S/S 2015 TREND. DESIGN OPTIONS

Spring / Summer 2015, Women's Contemporary Color Trends

Mixed Metals

Electric blue and desert sand shades of metallic infusions and synthesized minerals give multi-faceted essentials state of the art allure. Bold metal statements radiate with dynamic brilliance. Entwined golden and silver streaks resonate vividly upon scenery of expressive solitude.

Green Scene

Jade and malachite shades of earthy environment and precious gem accentuate mercerized geometric shapes. Structured and tailored elements exude a lush and lavish appearance on a backdrop of emerald saturations. Yellow and sky blue hues of unrefined landscape and vivid viridian mingle graciously with an unrelenting sense of abandonment.

Graphic Underground

Fire engine red shades of siren emphasize streetwise nuances while accentuating artistic elements. Vivid street art comes to life on a backdrop of distressed denim. Pacific blue and passionate plum tones of secretive and subversive imply inventive expertise on cotton double knit jersey.

Courtesy: WeConnectFashion, and Design Options, the color forecasting company who brings Southern California's unique aesthetic to the world.

WOMEN'S TOP 10 COLORS S/S 2015. FASHION SNOOPS

For Spring / Summer 2015 we've divided our women's colors into families by tones, including Barely There Powders, Desert Neutrals, Kitschy Midtones, and Regal Darks. A special report courtesy WeConnectFashion and Fashion Snoops

Barely There Powders present the most dominant color family this season, and update icy tones from the past few seasons. Our second favorite family is Desert Neutrals, which stand out because of their tonal richness. Kitschy Midtones confirm our Visionary color forecasts, while Active Brights remain at the forefront this season in intense casts. Regal Darks speak to the continuation of jewel tones from Fall with hues like bottle green and burgundy.

AQUA

A blue-influenced aqua hue is particularly relevant set to sport or surf influenced collections.

GRAPEFRUIT

Grapefruit comes in as a new color this season, particularly relevant in Milan collections.

RUST

Rust presents itself as the most forward fashion color in Desert Neutrals.

MARIGOLD

Marigold becomes a new yellow expression with rich golden undertones.

CUSTARD

Pastel yellow is whited out into a new custard shade.

LAVENDER

As the most saturated powder shade, lavender progresses from last season.

SHAMROCK

A new green on the horizon this season is a very saturated shamrock shade.

POPPY

Red is still very much a must-have color, with poppy providing the brightest casts.

ELECTRIC BLUE

Electric blue has already achieved popularity as a commercial fashion color, and it continues forward this season.

BOTTLE GREEN

Electric blue has already achieved popularity as a commercial fashion color, and it continues forward this season.