Pattern continues to play a leading role in women’s fashion this season but takes on a new twist with overtly ‘painted’ looks. This new theme falls into two distinct camps: bright splashes and daubs reminiscent of western modern art; and sombre, earthy strokes which take their inspiration from African/Aboriginal paintings.
Fabric Directions
Modern Art:
Silks
Satins
Chiffons
Glazed Cotton
Stretch Jersey
Ethnic Art:
Linen and Silk Blends
Eco-Cottons
Hessian/Rough Weaves
Embroidery & Beading
Laser Cut Fabrics
Garment Directions
Picture: Evans
Swishy Skirts/Dresses
All-in-One’s
Cinched Waists
Waistcoats
Cropped Jackets
Wide-Leg Pants
Belted Jackets
Tapered Pants
Structured Shoulders
Tunic Dresses/Tops
Pictures: Betty Barclay & Long Tall Sally
Colour Directions
The two ‘painted’ themes have two distinct colour groups:
Bright, exotic colours such as orange, yellow, fuschia, lime and white
Sombre, earthy tones of brown rust, mustard, cream and green
