TRENDS // PATTERNBANK - PRINT TREND REPORT NO. 1 - SPRING/SUMMER 2015

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Patternbank is an exceptionally great resource with over 20 years in the print, graphics and fashion industry. Their global research brings you essential inspiration ideas for graphics, prints and patterns, making Patternbank a valuable resource and intelligence tool for any business, designer or buyer.  To stay informed of their reports, sign up for the Patternbank Weekly Digest here.  

Below is a preview of their Print Trend Report Part I Spring/Summer 2015.  You can order their report here.

These eight print trends have been divided into mood boards, print direction pages and colour palette-inspiration pages, complete with TCX Pantone references. Our mood boards set the scene with imagery chosen to create an atmosphere for the trend; our print direction pages break down the mood and focus on inspirational print direction visuals to offer you a concise reference. All images are credited for your convenience, providing the opportunity to further your research on key trends.

• 8 key print trends for Spring/Summer 2015

• Over 36 pages of inspirational print forecast intelligence

• Over 170 on trend hand-picked colour images

• Seasonal print mood & print direction pages for each trend

• Colour breakdowns for each print trend with TCX Pantone references

• £40 (approx. $65) via PayPal

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TRENDS // PATTERN PEOPLE - PRINT AND COLOR TREND GUIDE . S/S 2015

Friday, November 22, 2013

Pattern People is a surface design studio founded by designers Claudia Brown and Jessie Whipple Vickery. Their studio provides a collection of thousands of ready-made print designs available for immediate use on apparel, paper products, beauty packaging, accessories, interiors and more.  They are also available for commissioned design and can develop to your project's specifications. 

Below are print inspirations curated on their blog, Inky Ikats and Tribal Mixing curated by Bekah Hilleson. 

You can also now download their latest Spring 2015 Print and Color Trend Guide  here to help you with your seasonal design process. This report features 8 key print trends, color trends with TCX Pantone reference and over 250 inspirational images. for $68.

   INKY IKATS   

Mirrored textures made to look like ethnic woven patterns.  

Misha Nonoo | Rebecca Minkoff | Cover Magazine | Blumarine

   TRIBAL MIXING   

Mix and match tribal inspired prints from Missoni, Mara Hoffman and others. 

Mara Hoffman | Missoni S/S 14 | Woman Madame Figaro Magazine | Missoni

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TRENDS // NEXT LOOK. SPRING/SUMMER 2015

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

The Next Look Fashion Trends for Spring/Summer 2015 is a publication is an analysis of the recent designer shows in New York, London, Milan and Paris which includes inspirations, colors, materials, styling and details.  The extensive information provides design ideas that summarizes the most important fashion details and must haves for the upcoming seasons. Go here to order your copy.

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TRENDS // INTERFILIERE . INTIMATES AND BEACHWEAR . SPRING/SUMMER 2015

Friday, November 15, 2013

Interfiliere is the world's leading trade fair for intimates and beachwear fabrics. Here is their Spring/Summer 15 trends. Their next show is scheduled Jan 25-27, 2014 at the Paris Porte De Versailles Pavillion 1. 

To register and order your pass online - Interfiliere.

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TRENDS // DESIGN OPTIONS . WOMEN'S SPRING/SUMMER 2015

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

DESIGN OPTIONS is a Los Angeles based trend and color forecasting company, providing trends from a west coast perspective. For the Young Women's Contemporary Market, is a preview of their Spring/Summer 2015 color palette. Go here to book your appointment to view their new palettes and go here to learn more about their services. You can also contact their West Coast rep Tara Packer, here.

   MIXED METALS   

Electric blue and desert sand shades of metallic infusions and synthesized minerals give multi-faceted essentials state of the art allure. Bold metal statements radiate with dynamic brilliance. Entwined golden and silver streaks resonate vividly upon scenery of expressive solitude.

   GREEN SCENE   

Jade and malachite shades of earthy environment and precious gem accentuate mercerized geometric shapes. Structured and tailored elements exude a lush and lavish appearance on a backdrop of emerald saturations. Yellow and sky blue hues of unrefined landscape and vivid viridian mingle graciously with an unrelenting sense of abandonment.

   GRAPHIC UNDERGROUND   

Fire engine red shades of siren emphasize streetwise nuances while accentuating artistic elements. Vivid street art comes to life on a backdrop of distressed denim. Pacific blue and passionate plum tones of secretive and subversive imply inventive expertise on cotton double knit jersey.

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