* images via style.com I love the effortless lady-like styling in this collection from Lyn Devon. Simplistic, but beautiful prints and wovens perfectly accent the sleek garments. This collection is a reminder that sometimes less is more. As a print designer, I am always drawn to the splashy print collections with bold colors and of [...]
Posts Tagged as ‘Fall ’12’
April 17, 2012
Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Fall ’12
*images via style.com Hello there fellow Pattern Observers! I am diggin’ this Fall collection from Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, which was inspired by the rugged landscape of Iceland. The collection is a beautiful example of engineered prints done right. From the mock-border print dresses to the winged capes and chevron sweaters, the designer thought through the [...]
April 10, 2012
Matthew Williamson Fall ’12
* images via vogue.com Hello there! Spring has sprung here in Portland and I am finding the season so inspirational! I am busy wrapping up a few client projects and in the midst of the Master Class, so for now the inspiration will have to remain in my sketchbook. Speaking of inspiration, this Fall collection [...]
April 3, 2012
Fall ’12: Etro
* images via vogue.com, Marcio Madeira/firstVIEW When compiling the paisley trend report last week, I fell in love with Etro’s Fall collection. The colors, textures and prints are absolutely stunning. One of my favorite details is the use of fishnet, both printed and knitted, sprinkled throughout the collection. I always think of Etro as the [...]
April 2, 2012
Found Patterns: Tree Branches
*images via: Edun Fall ’12, via style.com, “Tree Branches” by Ivan Bandura, Helmut Lang Fall ’12 via style.com, “Brighton Branch” by Les Chatfield, Libertine Fall ’12 via style.com, “Tree Branches” by Jeremy Reding
March 29, 2012
Trend Report: Paisleys
* images via: “Washed Cotton Paisley” by Bundle Fabrics, Marc Jacobs Fall ’12 via style.com, “Orange Paisley” by Calsidyrose, Issa Fall ’12 via style.com, Issa Fall ’12 via style.com, “Crochet Paisley” by Patti Haskins, “Blue Paisley Eye” by The Invisible Wombat, Karen Walker Fall ’12 via style.com From fun and kitschy to formal and [...]
March 22, 2012
Rodarte Fall ’12: The History of Australia
* images via: vogue.com, Marcio Madeira/firstVIEW If you have taken one of my classes you know that I am a big believer in contrast. Compelling collections are created when you pair contrasting inspiration sources, artistic mediums and print styles in just the right manner. And what I love, love, love about the latest Rodarte collection [...]
