Spring-Summer 2014: Trend Highlights

We are already in the New Year, set and ready to take in what the fashion trends of the year hold for us. The vibrant festive colors with shimmer and jewel tones gave way to lighter, pastel shades, blush tones and bright colors and airy fabrics.

What young designers can look forward to for Spring Summer 2014:

Post Retro Comeback

If last year we saw vintage prints and styles make a comeback, this season is the time for the 80s and 90s to come back to our ensembles. High waist pants, knotted shirts and cropped jackets will be abundantly visible. Relaxed and comfortable long, loose fit tunics, tees and handkerchief dresses are back to runways.

Artful Colors

Let’s thank Lady Gaga for predicting what’s coming and aptly naming her album Art Pop since we will be seeing more of pop art colors, splashes of bold, vibrant reds, oranges, yellows and blues.

Athletic fancy

Use of performance fabrics, quilted cotton and mesh overlays on clothes and accessories like bags and shoes, for a truly sportswear inspired vibe to the season’s clothes!

Pastel shades

The festive colors like burgundy, royal blue, claret and the likes, in fabrics like silk, satin and sheers have given way to subtler tones like powder pink, white, peach and aqua. They’re a great contrast to sharper designs, or even a way to cut down the drama of heavy ensembles for day wear.

Checks

From chess board checks, to graph checks, hounds-tooth checks, spring-summer 2014 is about incorporating linear patterns and sharpness of designs.

 Monochromes

Black and white seems to be extending their trend in fashion from the last seasons. Ensembles in monochromatic whites and blacks with contrast accessories would rule day wear.

Ethnic prints

From Africa, India to Latin America and the Far East, ethnic prints, folklore and traditional motifs have inspired runways all over the world. Tribal jewelry, rich embroidery and graphic prints are an essential part of dramatic ensembles.

Sheers

Leaving a little imagination to your design is always a good idea. Sheers add subtle excitement to any garment and can be used for layering, or highlighting the prominent feature of your design.