Colors of Fall 2008
This is a season where color alone is not enough. Color must be in the right material and texture. A rich dark look based on black, grey and taupe are matched with surfaces of patent leather, metallic sheen, soft suede and vintage brush offs. Metal shades have evolved to copper, brass, antique gold and rose gold all with an oxidized patina finish.
Red, purple, wine and fuchsia will be core fashion shades in shiny materials such as satin, techno fabric, and colored metallic leather. Greens and blues make an eco-centric statement in vegetable tanned leathers and exotic croco and snake. A newer, warmer trend will emerge focused on dark browns, pomegranate, blood orange and harvest shades.
Base Neutrals: black, grey, taupe
Metal Shades: copper, brass, antique gold, rose gold
Core Highlights: red, purple, wine, fuchsia
Brights: cobalt, green, orange, honey
Winter Pales: white, corn husk, champagne, mauve
Moods of Fall 2008
Luxe Supreme
Sharply tailored matched suits matched with rich cashmere and furs, real croco and snake. Silhouettes have a clean, smart strategic edge with pencil skirts and slim legs as well as a 40s Katherine Hepburn inspiration that exudes confidence.
The Boots:
Shoe booties on dress heels
Over the knee boots
Mid heels
The Handbag:
Clutches
Squared off North/South bags
Double handle soft satchels
Electric Hybrids
The junior customer takes a more casual approach to fashion breaking the rules and mix and matching thrift shop finds and classic vintage. Eco-friendly sweater knits combine with 80s body consciousness to create a look of individuality.
The Boots:
Winter clogs
Frye type boots
Biker inspired boots
Flat high shafted boots
Ankle Boots
The Handbag:
Metal mesh bags
Cross body slim shoulder bags
Doctor satchels
High Voltage
Weekend sports and casual wear demonstrated a gritty urban style. Quilted tech nylons and timeless urban classics will be part of the weekend adventurer’s performance gear.
The Boots:
Stretch pull-on
Apres ski boots
Fur trims and linings
Duck hunting boots
The Handbag:
Cross body unisex shoulderbags
Backpacks
Large light weight nylon duffles and totes
High Drama
The glamour of the 1920s makes a revival with flapper fringe and Art Deco inspirations while drippy greek goddess-style gowns and smoldering form fitting dresses with opera length gloves add to the drama this fall.
The Handbags:
Large envelope clutches
Small structured bags
Pleated bags
