With fall fashion weeks leaving a trail of print inspirations, symmetry in pattern takes a definite backseat as designers bank on abstraction for a stronger appeal. From swirly optical patterns and graphic Archimedean shapes to fractured and colour-blocked shapes, Geometry continues to make a statement in collections. Textures further derive inspiration from elements in nature as grainy wood surfaces, marbleized lines and psychedelic mineral formations, in some cases intensely distorted. Texture graduations invite painterly gradation in tonal hues with serene ombres and free-hand dip dyeing techniques rendered delicately on feminine silhouettes.
Urban Jungle
Tiptoeing between urban and tribal, chaotic prints make their way on figure – flattering silhouettes where a mélange of oversized blossoms, detailed botanicals, decorative tribal, animal skins and abstract geometry come into play.
Out of Order
The haphazard quality of these prints can be worked into silhouettes smartly enough to create shape illusions. While the runways stuck to monochromes’ colours can altogether insinuate a new dimension too.
Broken Forms
Patterns are induced with abstraction as obscure shapes, both clashing and complimentary, are laid on a solid colour. The formations, mostly jagged, are assembled in an unsynchronized collage.
Tonal Tactics
Tonal gradation invites deeper shades blending in with complimentary hues, the progression of which smoothens like a water colour effect.
Culture Fest
Influences from every corner of the world – from the decorative patterns of Far East to the indulgent colours of Native America to delicate blooms of the orient culture – came together backed by a nostalgic folkloric tune and a genuine admiration for home grown techniques .
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