4.30.2014

TRENDS // LATTICE



LATTICE - Trend moodboard layout by Fashion Vignette

4.29.2014

TRENDS // WOLVERINE LEATHERS - A/W 2015-16


Wolverine Leathers is the global leader of Performance Leather which offers an array of performance features, colors, weights and other varieties. Their speciality is in working with designers, product development and sourcing to meet their needs in footwear design. Some of their clients include UGG, DKNY, Adidas and Vans to name a few.  Go here to learn more about their company. 

Here is a preview of their Autumn/Winter 2015-16 trends where you can view the entire report here for their colors and materials. Their trends are inspired by 4 concepts: Great Scot, Once Upon ATime,  Objects of Desire and Winter Harbor.

     GREAT SCOT     

We’re heading off to the heathery highlands for the holidays, staying in the magical historic Aikwood Tower castle set in the heart of the Ettrick Forest – the ancient hunting ground of Scottish royalty up until the reign of Mary Queen of Scots. Lounging on a grand settee in the Great Hall in front of a roaring fire, sipping in a single malt; setting off on horseback across gently rolling hills dotted with freshwater lochs through the Celtic rainforests carpeted in soft layers of moss, liverworts and lichens. Wrapped in equestrian tartans and tweeds, blended like a fine scotch with the haunting beauty of cut velvets and lace.


     ONCE UPON A TIME    

Nostalgic for a time before ubiquitous big box anonymity, when making something meant something, and owning something was a commitment.  We are increasingly turning away from the bland uniformity of mass-produced and overly processed products, and seeking a more authentic consumption experience: small batch, handmade and artisanal.  Hungry to form a relationship with the maker, to know the story and be part of it: know the origin of the ingredients, understand the process, feel good about the purchase whether it's a micro-distilled spirit perfectly poured by a masterful mixologist or a bean to bar chocolate experience.  A wardrobe with 19th century general story integrity: vintage woolens, nubby yarns, selvage denim and waistcoats.

    OBJECTS OF DESIRE     

Honoring the pure simplicity and aesthetic merit of industrially manufactured objects, those created without artistic intention. We are awakened to the beauty of everyday objects, the quintessential tools of the trade, the symbols of hard workand industry. Their inherent balance of form, function and materials serve as an inspiration for a pragmatic generation. An ode to the worker, the tinker, the tailor,the soldier, the spy. A workwear wardrobe of perfect, practical pieces worn with smoldering sex appeal.


    WINTER HARBOR    

The summer revelers have all gone home, fair weather friends! The winter chill has settled along the coastline, the desolate beauty of snowy piers and sparkly spruces is overseen by lonely lighthouses. A tight-knit community of local fishermen, craftspeople and innkeepers welcomes the time to rest, regroup and repair. Intrepid and independent, they're fully equipped to buck the elements and ride out the storms.  A protective rugged uniform sees them through the season on the shore and at sea: thick cable knit sweaters and down vests are paired with hearty wide-wale cords, and topped with wooly caps.


4.28.2014

TREND REPORT // SWINGING SIXTIES by Marina Araujo Alvarez




Today's post [ TREND REPORT ] SWINGING SIXTIES is from one of our team member, fashion and trend contributor Marina Araujo Alvarez who is a Fashion Designer and Stylist located in Barcelona, Spain. 

Make sure to visit her amazing and inspirational blog, marinaaraujoalvarez.wordpress.com and her website marinaaraujoalvarez.com.

© Marina Araujo Alvarez - all rights reserved.   Inspirational layout may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, photocopying, or otherwise, without prior written permission.

4.25.2014

TRENDS // A+A VISION - PRINT TRENDS A/W 2015-16

A +A Vision, Print Trends for the A/W 15-16 is dedicated to prints for the fashion and interior decor.  The book is complete with 6 trend themes with inspirational all-over prints, fabric swatches and yarns.   Go here to order your copy.



4.24.2014

TRENDS // METALLIC


METALLIC - Trend moodboard layout by Fashion Vignette

4.23.2014

DESIGN COMPETITION // VILCEK FOUNDATION - SCIENCE & FASHION



In fulfilling its ongoing mission to raise public awareness of the outstanding contributions of foreign born scientists and artists living and working in the United States, the Vilcek Foundation presents awards annually to selected candidates in biomedical research and a changing category in the arts.
COMPETITION:  The VILCEK Foundation honors and supports foreign-born Scientists and Artists who have made outstanding contribution to society in the Unites States of America
PRIZE: The Vilcek Foundation will award three prizes of $50,000 each to young fashion professionals who demonstrate outstanding early achievement.
APPLICANT: Professionals in the following fields are encouraged to apply:
  • Designer — including but not exclusive to womenswear, menswear, textile design, accessories, and other artifacts
  • Stylist — including editorials, advertising campaigns, and fashion presentations
  • Makeup/hair artist — truly experimental pushing the breadth of materials used to communicate their narrative of makeup or hair
  • Image Maker — including fashion photography, film, animation, and illustration
  • Curator — including exhibitions, presentations, and display through real and/or virtual environment
  • Writer — fashion writing, including curatorial, journalistic, critical, editorial, and historical
FINAL SUBMISSION : June 10, 2014
To learn more and to apply for the competition, go here

4.22.2014

[ INSPIRATION + ILLUSTRATION ] series by MELANIE BOYCHUK




You can also check out her website, missmel.com to view more of her work and to contact her if you need an illustrator for any projects.  To also view her past illustration posts on FV, go here.

©MELANIE BOYCHUK illustration and Fashion Vignette layout. All rights reserved. No part of these images may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, photocopying, or otherwise, without prior written permission from the illustrator.

4.21.2014

TREND REPORT // BRILLIANT by Marina Araujo Alvarez




Today's post [ TREND REPORT ] BRILLIANT is from one of our team member, fashion and trend contributor Marina Araujo Alvarez who is a Fashion Designer and Stylist located in Barcelona, Spain. 

Make sure to visit her amazing and inspirational blog, marinaaraujoalvarez.wordpress.com and her website marinaaraujoalvarez.com.

© Marina Araujo Alvarez - all rights reserved.   Inspirational layout may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, photocopying, or otherwise, without prior written permission.

4.17.2014

DESIGN COMPETITION // FRONT ROW SOCIETY - SCARVES FOR SUMMER 2015



CREATIVE BRIEF

Submission Deadline: 30 April, 2014, 6pm CET
Voting Starts: 01 May, 2014, 6pm CET

"A picture can say a thousand words.” At least that’s how the old saying goes, which is why we’ve decided to turn it on its head: can you try making an image out of a thousand words? Or even out of a single letter? That’s right guys, for this month’s scarf challenge we’re all about the art of typography.

But hey, this isn’t some simple transcribing exercise: we want you to push typographical creativity to almost unrecognizable limits. Explore the history of the ampersand, delve into intensely detailed blocks of old American newsprint, or study the miniature artworks of Chinese characters – the (typographical) world is your oyster!

This competition is for scarves. As always, don't forget that your print might need to be adjusted to fit the appropriate template. All templates are marked with design specifications to help you get your design just right. Please note that all FRS templates may differ slightly from final manufacturing specifications, so make sure your print is versatile and flexible enough for production.

What can you win?

Each winner receives a one-off immediate prize of 200€ . plus one of their products when it arrives in stock. But that is not all - each & every time we sell 500 pieces of your design, you will receive an additional €200. This means that FRS can continue to embody the spirit of fashion democracy, rewarding our top designs again...and again...and again! We will also conduct an interview with the winner, publicizing their design across the fashion community in Berlin and worldwide.

To learn more and to submit your designs, go here.

4.15.2014

TRENDS // GLOBAL COLOR RESEARCH - A/W 2015-16 DUSKY BERRY . GUDY HERDER

Below are images and moodboards from Global Color Research for their Trend Report, Mix Trends 2015/16.  Gudy Herder is an Interior Stylist and Trend Expert, who is based in Barcelona, Spain.  Below are images and mood boards she created for Global Color Research's trend report, Mix Trends 2015/16.  Go here, to view the details and to learn more about Gudy.

DUSKY BERRY is all about berry colors but not in the sense of a joyful color choice but observing darker and even more luxury approach. I have started the presentation with an image of different berries and a beautiful color scheme.





4.14.2014

TRENDS // DESIGN OPTIONS - FALL/WINTER 2015

DESIGN OPTIONS is a Los Angeles based trend and color forecasting company, providing trends from a west coast perspective. For the Young Women's Contemporary Market, here is a preview of their Fall/Winter 2015 color palette.
Book your appointment here to view their new palettes and go here to learn more about their services. You can also contact their West Coast rep Tara Packer, here.

    HIGH GLOSS    


    CRIMSON TIDE   


4.10.2014

DESIGN COMPETITION // TEXTILE FEDERATION - ENTOMOLOGY


Here's the latest Design Competition via Textile Federation.  

THE BRIEF 

For centuries people have collected, cataloged and displayed insects in all their vast array of unusual shapes and colours. Like precious jewels people have marveled at these beautiful creatures in all their peculiar varieties. No stranger to the world of art, recent exhibitions by the likes of Damien Hirst have exemplified the other worldly nature of these common yet mysterious beasts and brought them back into the spotlight of the fashion world.
The challenge for this project is to create innovative designs based on the theme of Entomology for use on our range of Silk Scarves.

WINNERS RECEIVE

£300
Designs produced and sold in Topshop, Oxford Circus
To learn more and to submit designs, go here. Final date for design submissions is April 30, 2014.

4.09.2014

FEATURE // FASHION ILLUSTRATOR - LAURA HICKMAN

Our feature today is Fashion Illustrator, Laura Hickman who has been working with clients in the fashion and creative industries since 2010.  Her beautiful illustrations has been featured in MilkX in Hong Kong, Amelia's Magazine and has been the subject of editorials in Company and Photoshop Creative.  To learn more about Laura, view her portfolio and to commission/collaborate with her, visit her website here.  




© Laura Hickman - all rights reserved.   Layout may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, photocopying, or otherwise, without prior written permission from the designer. 

4.07.2014

TRENDS // DESIGN OPTIONS - FALL/WINTER 2015

DESIGN OPTIONS is a Los Angeles based trend and color forecasting company, providing trends from a west coast perspective. For the Young Women's Contemporary Market, here is a preview of their Fall/Winter 2015 color palette.

If you are attending the Indigo NY, a creative textile and surface design show this week April 8th-9th, stop by at booth B4.   If you are not attending the show, you can book your appointment here to view their new palettes and go here to learn more about their services. You can also contact their West Coast rep Tara Packer, here.

    MIXED BAGGAGE    



    FRESH TAKE   


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