Labor day 2010 felt like the perfect day to discuss Autumn fashion and what is currently showing up in the stores . A recent article in the LA Times stated longer skirts were the trend for Fall a sure sign of a slow economy. On a foray through the stores I found saturated colors filling the racks a pleasant surprise. This is similar to what was shown at the the Spring Mercedes Benz Fashion Week for Autumn 2010 . On that runway an explosion of looks short and long skirts as well as uneven hemlines were the highlights. (Reference my Mercedes Benz blogs 4/12 ; 4/13 ; 4/14 ; & 4/20 ) This was a reflection of an unsure but optimistic look at the future and economy. It was a nice change from the somber dark colors and long skirts which were shown on the European runways.
Unfortunately the world economy is still in an upheaval, and economists predict yet a possible second economic slump. With money tight, and Americans saving more than they are spending, fashion trends will continue to remain flat as I predicted in my May blog on economics. Refashioning old pieces from the closet will have to satisfy the fashionistas on a tight budget. Rit dye, did you hear that ? Perhaps bathtub dying will make a comeback.
Americans are generally an optimistic group, so I believe the strong saturated colors will be popular. The intensity is still dark and respectful of the fragile economy , but the color is fresh and not as depressing as the overall use of black and brown that the Europeans used on their runway.
