What's Next: Top Trends | Diary of an accidental futurist – observations on current & future trends Kris Kool Kris Kool This amazing French graphic novel—Kris Kool by Philip(pe) Caza (b. 1940)—was published in 1970 by Eric Losfeld/Le Terrain Vague. It was Caza's first graphic novel. The scans are courtesy of David from Jive Time Records, who I sure hope will do many more guest posts. Last year I featured David's blog of late 60s psychedelic album covers, Groove Is in the Art. Kris Kool is now available as a 94-page e-book edition direct from the artist. Without further delay, let's ascend Mount Venus with Kris and his bubbling rainbow women... —Buy the 94-page e-book from the artist at bdebookcaza.com —Visit the artist's blog If you like this post, you will like: Plexus and Poem Strip.
Interfilière Fashion Trends Autumn/Winter 2012/13 March 31, 2011 - The world’s leading trade fair for intimates and beachwear fabrics, Interfilière is the only international-scale event which brings together both markets. Presenting lingerie made-to-measure for a world where people’s bodies and aspirations are in constant change. This is the mission Mode City & Interfilière have chosen for the July event. The much earlier timing will help exhibitors and visitors respond to an international market which is no longer dominated by seasons and segmentations. Brand leaders are now focusing closely on the emergence of new and changing life styles and adapting their products.
The Language of Cloth - World Textiles What's Next BLEAK & BLUE Pantone View Colour Planner Fall Winter 2012 2013 Pantone announced the Fall/Winter 2012/2013 edition of PANTONE VIEW Colour Planner. This multi-discipline color forecast, titled Refocus, showcases the key color palettes for women's wear, menswear, active wear, cosmetics, lifestyle and industrial, and graphic design."Color is a critical factor in engaging consumers and motivating purchasing decisions. Knowing that, it is important for designers to continue to innovate and experiment with new approaches to color in their product lines," said Laurie Pressman, vice president of fashion, home and interiors at Pantone. "The Pantone View Colour Planner forecast provides a fresh point of view with unexpected color combinations that spark the imagination, refocus attention and stimulate new thinking to capture consumers' attention." Pantone View Colour Planner Fall-Winter 2012/2013 Palettes Color Movements: Lighter blues and navy increase in importance. Olive becomes stronger. Purple is still evident. Brights have a singular status for winter.
- Trend map for 2010 and out to 2050 For the last few years Richard Watson of NowandNext has created annual trend maps based on city subway maps. This year he has been more ambitious, creating a highly detailed map with five time zones, ranging from 2010-2015 out to 2035-2050. For the previous three trend maps (shown at the bottom) I collaborated with Richard and we co-branded them with Future Exploration Network, however time pressures this year meant that I haven’t directly contributed to the 2010 map. It is still as rich and glorious as ever – spend some time delving into the trends ahead! – Ageing – Power shift Eastwards – Globalisation – Localisation – Digitalisation – Personalisation – Volatility – Individualism – Environmental change – Sustainability – Debt – Urbanisation Click on the images below for the original blog posts and full-size pdfs. 2009 Trend Map 2008 Trend Map 2007 Trend Map
Le Tampographe Sardon Autumn/Winter 2011 Trends for Women by CIFF « Nidhi Saxena's blog about Patterns, Colors and Designs Copenhagen International Fashion Fair is one of the most famous fashion events in Europe. The next season of the event will take place from August 4th-11th 2011. Below are the Autumn/Winter 2011 Trends for Women’s Fashion by CIFF. World Remix: (Courtesy-CIFF) The trend relates to current attitudes towards nomadology and mixing. Between yesterday’s pioneer and today’s migrant, population movements and cultural interactions have never ceased to intensify and accelerate. In World Remix, we integrate all world cultures and rediscover the pioneer workwear for sustainable functionality. Far-Off-Lands: The trend creates an essential imaginary parenthesis. Once upon a time, living the natural life of frugal simplicity and unassuming beauty… a return to the source of neo-Shaker or Pre-raphaelite neo-romanticism, of a symbiosis with flora and fauna.This enchanted “green” dream of softness and freshness inspires urbanites tired of the fast track and Junk life. Gold Medallist: Eco-Optimistic: Like this: