Brandon Thomas Co, Ltd. Spring ’17 Trend Forecast
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Spring ‘17 has some new takes on our color assortment for the season. There are a few distinct palettes that we cannot ignore. We are going to see warm neutrals that have amber and olive accents. A soft, feminine pastel story that is as strong as it is subtle hits the sweet spot this spring. And of course, spring ’17 wouldn’t be complete without bright accents that bring a pop when mixed with
black and white for a true graphic effect.
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Neutrals Pastels Bright Accents
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There is a distinctly neutral palette that is becoming very prominent. With orange tinged yellows, deep olives, and greenish greys leading the way. These tones are all grounded back to black. The neutrals for spring ‘17 have a
modern edge. These colors have an earthy quality that has been dusted over and somehow feel fresh and new again.
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Honeycomb Mustard Sundance
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Moss Breen Deep Olive
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Camouflage Grey Cement Smoky Slate
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Black Ebony Carbon
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A soft, feminine story has a delicately beautiful significance for spring ‘17. Whispers of color and lightly saturated hues are gently making an impact. However these hushed hues of pink, lilac, and blue will not be
silenced. They will be felt and treasured for their allure. They will be rooted by bright white.
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Blush Pink
Ballet Slipper
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Lavender Lilac Violet
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Chambray Sky Blue Serenity
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Primary colors pop up as the bright spots on the runways. Orange being the runaway of the shows. Vivid, bright hues are emphasized against black & white creating some very graphic looks. These reds, blues, and
yellows have less overall usage but their punchy tones have a great impact as accent colors for spring ‘17.
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There are some very distinctive print & pattern trends emerging for spring ‘17.
They range from soft & feminine, to the wild jungle through graphic bold stripes. In addition to the prints, there are some treatments that are leading
the way to play with patterns. We are seeing the piecing of denim, homespun heavy embroidery and the application of patches for a young, edgy feel.
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Florals Stripes Animals
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Small, allover ditsy floral patterns were spotted on the runway. They worked as stand-alone prints, mixed with solids in a pieced together look, or to create a bohemian, and artisanal
look they were mixed together. No matter how we play with the ditsy floral, we will achieve a fun & fresh look.
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Larger, spaced florals also are blooming for spring ‘17. Look for these florals pairing with more romantic touches and details. Larger spaced florals
have a more distinctive image and make a statement in a great coat or kimono style.
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Colorful, vivid florals are shouting to be noticed for spring ‘17. With the bright accent colors playing a major role in this print movement, we see large multi colored off beat florals blooming into spring.
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Spotted! An uptrend in animal prints, especially patterns reminiscent of big cats have roared on the runways. Kept
mostly in a neutral palette, we are seeing a resurgence of these prints particularly in statement coats. A
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Calling all stripes! Any and all are
welcome to spring ’17. No matter the direction or width, stripes are making a bold impression. Vertical or horizontal, single or multi-color, any way you like- follow the stripes because
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PATCHWORK:
We are seeing patchwork happening
in denim & suede.
EMBROIDERY: This technique is
replacing jacquards & tapestries taking on
both graphic & homespun motifs.
PATCHES: The application of
patches to bombers and denim jackets are
really making an
impact.
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Of course we will always have our core fabrics season after season like our
twills, tencels, canvases and flat weaves- but spring ‘17 will be a season full of different fabrics emerging to the top. They have been around before, but this season they look new and exciting again. They are being styled in ways that seem unexpected- like a dressed up denim or a casual satin. It’s time to get
reacquainted with these emerging fabrics for spring ‘17.
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Probably the most used fabric in all of the spring shows combined is denim. It was worn head to toe, with a
variety of washes and treatments. Denim is not just for your 5 pocket skinnies anymore- it is for all categories, all occasions and all
looks.
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Whether a fan of real or
vegan leather, everyone can agree that the leather-look is here for spring. After a brief hiatus, it is back with a powerful impact and a
range of applications.
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Is it any wonder that with a season of such romantic feminine details that we would
find so much of the silky sheen of satin? Interesting the fabric is being used in different ways from the soft seductive draping to
the more rugged and edgy bomber styles.
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Slick finishes and metallics, with a definite emphasis on silver shined bright on the
spring runways. Used in casual stylings these metallics have a fun, fresh edge while the slick shine are ideally suited for the trend right
rain coat for spring ‘17.
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life through the many lace and eyelets that walked down the runway. Spring ‘17 will have a fine,
delicate feel but it will still feel modern and edgy. Laces were primarily shown in solid blacks and whites, but the occasional pop of color did sneak in.
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The core fabrics are like the best friend you have had since childhood- they may change a little but
they will always be the one you can depend on. Twills are in a similar situation, though they continue to get softer, they will always be a staple for the perfect
anorak or trench.
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Jacket silhouettes for spring are looking fresh and exciting. The key bodies can be
applied in a range of colors, prints and fabrics making them the perfect styles for spring. The bomber, trenches, raincoats, robes and biker jackets are standout
pieces, just look at how the top style influencers wear them.
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Bombers Trenches Robes Bikers Rain Coats
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Call in the bomb squad because the
hottest trend is the bomber jacket. Shown in every way possible for athletic to tailors, soft prints to grungy leathers. There is no
escaping the bomber.
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Trench coats look fresh in prints and patterns, and
classically tailored in solids. From short to long length, one this is for sure we are
back in the trenches for spring. Tr
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Nobody likes to get caught in the rain, but in spring ‘17 we
won’t mind so much as long as we are in our trend right raincoat. From sporty pullover variations
to the ultra-feminine lace looks- everyone will want to walk in the rain. R
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“Sleep chic” was a huge trend on the runway honoring the long, draped robe as one of the
key silhouettes for spring. Effortless chic whether in print or solid, make sure you don’t snooze on this
trend.
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The biker jacket is
always a closet stable, and spring ‘17 is no different. From sophisticated to retro, sweet to rock & roll. These new takes on the
moto jacket feel fresh and exciting. A must have for spring.
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Nomadic Woman Lady Sings the Blues Bedroom Eyes
90’s Grunge Call of the Wild
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She travels the world ,
never staying to long in any
one place… She is the
“Nomadic Woman”
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Not just our wardrobe
go-to but now a style
savior, if you listen close
you can hear the “Lady
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Feminine, dreamy &
seductive- you will be
mesmerized by her
“Bedroom Eyes”
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Tough, oversized &
full of angst, the rock
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“90’s Grunge” style
has returned.
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Welcome to the jungle where
animal prints, tropical leaves &
shades of olive live. Listen
closely to the “Call of the Wild.”