Tuesday, January 23 2007 @ 12:07 PM ICT

Contributed by: news

The Fall/Winter 2007/2008 season concentrates on fresh perspectives as concepts borrow from the delicate nature of change. Recognizing consumers ability to adapt to various conditions will be realized in dynamic fabrics, pairing form and function like never before. Peering in on the unprocessed aspect of living, we see color and fabric derived from a genuine place.

In both the landscape and within ourselves, the idea of renewal inspires. The shade range anticipates a grooving consumer interest in introspection and tranquility with versatile blue tones that soothe and evoke self-actualization. Warm tones will fluctuate between saturation and softness, articulating beauty in uncommon, unexpected ways homage to the ordered chaos of nature.

Six dominant themes of this season are Revival, Humble Arts, Haphazard Beauty, Still Life, Raw and Refined, and Epic.

Humble Arts, embracing everyday etiquette and modest craftsmanship of colonial times. Acknowledging the unsung skills of tradesmen; seamless, cobbler, blacksmith, Consistent and uncomplicated. Pale washes of color.

Revival, a vibrant renewal of fall colors. Unexpected accents of acid green and blossom pink awaken a fresh perspective. Rustling foliage and crisp evergreen rouse the senses. A cadence of color flows through the landscape.

Haphazard Beauty, transient nature of loveliness, robust and ripened. Sweet inconsistencies of the world around us. Freckled, dappled, smudged and smeared. The splendor of chaos, beauty created by chance.

Still Life, a retreat from stimulation. Versatile tones, from deep and serious to light and friendly. Mismatched shades of blue. Discovering a point of self-actualization.

Raw and Refined, conflicting aesthetics; the structured with the unkempt. Appearances of linear sculptures contrasted against splintered, cracked wood. Luxury of the nature. Dual characteristics; High-end refinement and ambitious activewear.

Epic, tracing a rich oral tradition of Hellenic myths and symbols. Bold tones serve as relics of heroic exploits. Clean colors of ancient architecture. Redefined minimalism.

Fabric Trends
Fabric perspectives evolve as tradition melds with edge, creating hybrids that are anything but stereotypical. The influence of nature will merge with nurture through comforting fabrics that envelop us and create a personal sanctuary. Soft, luxurious fabrics with pale color washes evoke a renewed admiration for everyday etiquette. Color enhances this experience through the open-air tones of centuries old architecture. The relationship between old and new is explored as these elements continue the emotional connection in design.