All posts in s/s 13

Design Focus of the Week: Luca Nichetto’s ‘Regatta Storica’

Words by MPDClick’s Trend Journal Editor.

The Mediterranean continues to serve as a key source of inspiration for spring/summer 13 as forecast by MPDClick in the trend ‘New Renaissance’. Here we present Italian designer Luca Nichetto’s latest creation and tribute to his hometown Venice, ‘Regatta Storica’.

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Look of the Week: Gatsby Special

'The Great Gatsby' film premiere, 66th Cannes Film Festival, France - 15 May 2013

Words by MPDClick’s Trend Journal Editor.

The Great Gatsby premiered at Cannes Film Festival this week so we’ve picked our favourite looks from the red carpet set to influence retail fashion this spring.

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S/S 13 Trends: Urban Sunset Shades

 Philippe-Albert Lefebvre | Vince | Tung Walsh | Keith Sonnier

Words edited by MPDClick’s Trend Journal Editor.

Sherbet sunsets and cool shades of concrete create an urban palette for this spring/summer 13. This is a great colour combination in line with MPDClick’s ‘New Renaissance’ trend for the season which cites the Mediterranean as a key reference point. Subscribers can click here to view our full womenswear forecast for s/s 13. If you don’t subscribe to MPDClick, take a FREE trial here.

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Fashion & Photography: Hyères Festival of Fashion And Photography 2013

© JEAN-FRANÇOIS LEPAGE                                  © JEAN-FRANÇOIS LEPAGE

Words by MPDClick’s Trade Fair Editor.

April 26th – 29th 2013 marked the 28th edition of the International Festival of Fashion and Photography Hyères. Regarded as the observatory of trends as well as the international launch pad for emerging fashion designers and photographers, the festival explores the permeating boundaries between art, photography and fashion. Here we provide an overview of the winners from the festival for both the Grand Jury Prizes and the Audience Awards.

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Fashion: Bee Smith S/S13

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Words by MPDClick’s Runway Editor.

Wedding season is in full swing and with so many perfect garment trends to choose from it only leaves the accessories to choose!

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Fashion Event: Costume Institute Gala Benefit, New York

Costume Institute Gala Benefit celebrating the Punk: Chaos To Couture exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, America - 06 May 2013

Costume Institute Gala Benefit celebrating the Punk: Chaos To Couture exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, America - 06 May 2013

 Cara Delevingne

Words by MPDClick’s Trend Journal Editor.

The fashion elite donned their most fabulous gowns last night for the annual Costume Institute Gala Benefit celebrating the Punk: Chaos to Couture exhibition held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York from the 9th May.

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Interiors & Design: Sneak Preview of our S/S 13 Interior Trend Focus

Word’s by MPDClicks Trade Fair Editor.

Here we give you a sneak preview of what to expect from our spring/summer 13 interior trend focus report, offering a comprehensive overview of the key styles presented across the international trade fair circuit.

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SS 13 Print & Pattern Inspiration: Origami

Cloak by Alexandra Verschueren, Folder fabric by Aramloe

Words edited by MPDClick’s Trend Journal Editor.

That ancient art of folding paper is an excellent source of inspiration for pattern designers. With all the lines and shadows and dimensionality, the possibilities are endless! This is a key technique covered in MPDClick’s spring/summer 13 trend ‘Modern Artisan’ which heralds the revival of age old techniques with contemporary finishes.

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Retail: Harrods Goes International, Temporarily.

Words by MPDClick’s Trend Journal Editor.

Luxury department store Harrods is the newest luxury retailer to get involved with the pop-up shop phenomena, as it’s owners, the Qatar Royal Family make plans for a deluxe village based in the Italian resort of Porto Cervo, Sardinia.

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Design Now: Best in…Beauty Packaging 2013

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Words by MPDClick’s Trend Research Intern.

In MPDClick’s annual beauty packaging review, we take a look at the stand out designs of the year and bring you an overview of the latest trends and innovations seen in the world of cosmetics. This year saw a mixture of avant-garde and understated designs commanding attention in today’s busy market.

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