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Creative sensational from different parts of the world taking style, beauty and definition of fashion to its edge, promotional linchpin of a multibillion-dollar industry, I am talking about nothing else but Fashion Weeks. Fashion weeks are hallmarks of fashion industry to rollout the new season feel in fashion. They generally last up to a week allowing fashion designers, artists and fashion houses to display their latest collection. It hallmarks next seasons “in” things, that’s why it is very important for buyers, media, celebrities and entertainment industry who take that fashion among the general public.

The most famous fashion weeks are held at Fashion Mecca Paris, Milan, London and New York. Since the new millennium fashion weeks are held in different parts of the world to put the local fashion on the world map and making a packed fashion calendar throughout the year. A refreshing sense of national identity and pride has emerged from the achievements of fashion sector – something that was otherwise traditionally been restricted to feats of sporting prowess, adding that its benefits go well beyond the fashion world (Emling 2006).

Fashion weeks are held several months in advance giving chance to designers, media and buyers to preview the trend for the next season. Fashion weeks are bi-annual events; the fashion weeks conducted between January and March are called “fall fashion weeks” whereas the one conducted in September through November are called “Spring Fashion Weeks”. Some fashion weeks can be genre-specific, such as a Miami Fashion Week (Swimwear), Prêt-a-Porter (ready-to-wear) Fashion Week, Couture (one-of-a-kind designer original) Fashion Week, Palm Springs Fashion Week (Resort Collections) and Bridal Fashion Week.

History

Omission of fashion week history would be curious at this point of time. Let me throw some light on that. Edna Woodman Chase—former editor of Vogue organized “Fashion Fete,” in 1914 to benefit the war-relief effort which is often apocryphally called the first fashion show ever. By the 1920s, the fashion show had gone mainstream. Early shows were often more theatrical than those of today.

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Fashion experiences dynamic leash in different parts of the world, wearing different colors, image and feel, taking inspiration from local environment and blending into the global trend stream. This article focuses on futuristic trends for the coming season 2007-2008 in fashion Meccas – New York, Paris, Milan, Londonand Los Angels. These five cities have extemporary existence in the fashion world and exert deep influence on the international fashion trends. Except New York summer trends are explored at all other cities.

New-York

It’s a winter time in New York and the city is all geared up for autumn / winter 2007 – 2008.

Colors

Brass-hued gold’s, saturated black with deep petrol blue hue and brassy tones will dominate the dark color palette. Black in different shades will continue to dominate the footwear industry.

Fabrics: Wools, leathers and wet look patent finishes along with quilt effects on jackets will dominate the coming season.

Apparels: Women’s clothes get influence from the favorite forties. Terracotta jackets with cape and cropped styles along with black overcoat with belted drapes and large collars inspired from the military look is “in” this season. Dresses continue to set the mood even in winter in warm shades of black, grey and blue to provide heed to the chilly weather. A line Skirts, neck tie blouses, cable knit cardigans with bow-inspired necklines, defined waistlines, frills and pleated grosgrain ribbon placement will flow through the formal and casual circuit. Wide legged trousers with knee length shorts are favorite for this 40’s season look.

Apparels: Women’s clothes get influence from the favorite forties. Terracotta jackets with cape and cropped styles along with black overcoat with belted drapes and large collars inspired from the military look is “in” this season. Dresses continue to set the mood even in winter in warm shades of black, grey and blue to provide heed to the chilly weather. A line Skirts, neck tie blouses, cable knit cardigans with bow-inspired necklines, defined waistlines, frills and pleated grosgrain ribbon placement will flow through the formal and casual circuit. Wide legged trousers with knee length shorts are favorite for this 40’s season look.

Party wear: Decorative sequins on simple black dresses with youthful black/blue tones coming through for color-blocking effects will continue to glitter the New York nights.

Make up: For Spring/Summer 2008 in New York, M.A.C Artists will be creating looks for 70 shows, including: Carolina Herrera, L.A.M.B, Rodarte, Heatherette, J.Mendel and Baby Phat. The Mac Make up artists reveals the Mineralized loose powder and extensions of the Mineralized line are the most anticipated new arrivals.

Accessories: Winter brings back the supremacy of black boots with both flat and platform options. This season for decoration on footwear ”less is more” with key emphasis on straps, cuffs and heels. Deep metallic coatings with glass mate will be prominent in this market.

London

Warm summer sun is highlighting the need to be trend conscious this season to Londonites.

Colors: White will dominate all the looks this summer in London be it apparel or accessories. Apart from those cool neutral tones of warm biscuit, vapor grey and stone with embellishment of metallic on apparels and accessories will be “in”.

Apparels: “Tie” bows are accentuating the looks on blouses, skirts and bags this season. Shorts with key bow details on the waist will dominate the street fashion. Shorts will be this season must have to glorify the beauty of summer. Empire line waist will remain prominent and maxi dress will accentuate the mannequins in the stores window. Utility-inspired short shorts are major for the women’s informal market. For casual wear short playsuits with halter and plunge necklines will be in rage. Swimwear will see more colors in animal prints.

Accessories: Party wear: Liquid sequin dress in metallic tones will blaze the party circuit this season as well.

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