Exoticism
InspirationThere's an interesting trend story about exoticism and tribalism in Spring 10 Fashion in the New York Times.
Spring 10: Rebecca Taylor
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Rebecca Taylor's Spring 2010 collection showcased a new take on her signature prints: feminine florals, polka dots, and subtle animal prints took shape on high-waisted silhouettes, short ruffled frocks,
Spring 10: Proenza Schouler
TrendsInspired by the surf and skate culture of their youth, the dynamic duo that is Proenza Schouler showed a fresh take on tie-dye and animal for Spring. Some
Spring 10: Marc by Marc Jacobs
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Forever the genius mix-master, Marc Jacobs merged several different themes into his Spring collection for Marc by Marc Jacobs. The most notable being the African inspired prints
Spring 10: Derek Lam
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Derek Lam pulled inspiration from east coast vacation destinations like Asbury Park to create colorful florals and starburst patterns with a 40's flare.
Beauty | Fringe Alchemy Soaps
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Beautiful packaging for Fringe Alchemy soaps by Anthropologie.
Spring 10: Mara Hoffman
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Mara Hoffman's spring prints mimic kaleidoscope effects, highlighting geometric patterning and a rainbow palette.
Spring 10: Helmut Lang
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Helmut Lang prints seem to follow a shadowy, creepy look each season. For Spring 10, some are big atmospheric photographs, others are explosive light paintings.
Spring 10: Jeremy Laing
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Jeremy Laing's folded, draped geometrics look very modern.
photos courtesy Style.com. Background, Alexis Hartman for Pattern People