Pierpaolo Piccioli injected new vitality into Pre Fall 2022 collection, which strengthened the resonance between brand culture and the new-era spirit. Taking the extraordinary quality of haute couture as the core, Piccioli focused on changing the exquisite Italian artisanship into an aesthetic form.

Passionate Burst -- The Comprehensive Color Analysis of Womenswear Runway Show

Dubbed ‘DANS PARIS’, the Fall/Winter 22/23 collection pays homage to the roots by shooting in two of the city’s historical monuments: the Hôtel de la Marine and Hôtel National des Invalides. Each look from the collection is unmistakably chic, whether it has a pair of denim trousers or a sequin mini dress, and also captures the effortlessness of Parisian style. Of course, the collection also features plenty of eyewear, as well as bags. This season, the Shoulder Chain Matelassé Monochrome Celine, Medium Triomphe Frame and the Trapeze Triomphe are in focus.

Spring 2023 Bridal Fashion Week ended successfully in April. Changeable silhouettes, materials and details satisfied bridals’ desire for happiness. Asymmetric cutting, sweet heart-shaped neckline, sexy gauze, multilayered ruffle, voluminous dress, sophisticated embroideries and beads and Bohemian loose-fit dress took the center stage. Romantic lace fabrics and motifs also presented an outstanding performance. Lace, trim and embroidery are the common elements of Baroque aesthetics, which also become the major elements of wedding dress.

The American professional skiwear brand Spyder was founded in 1978. This report focuses on the A/W 22/23 runway show. Taking the signature brand logo as the backdrop, this RTW collection presented cashmere jackets, color block jackets, camouflage, quilting and metallic-touch materials. Bright puffa scarves showed a bold visual experience.

Sultry Virgin is an independent Chinese designer brand founded by Xu Yan in 2020. Driven by the prevalent Y2K era, S/S 2022 collection came from a perfect holiday in the dream. Sunbath, Latin drums and cocktail constituted a seaside utopia for women. Terry fabrics, glossy ripples, braided fabrics and sexy translucent materials were mixed peacefully in the collection.

This report focuses on the applications of yarns and stitching skills on the latest runway shows. Beyond the use of common cashmere and wool, we can also see lustrous yarns, fancy yarns, loop yarns and plush yarns. For stitching, fine knitting is breathable and cooling, while exquisite textures are also important. Heavy-gauged stitching are mainly presented in patterns, geos, cables, ottoman and ribs to show volume.

N°21 is a womenswear brand founded by Alessandro Dell’Acqua in 2009. The brand launches a new design concept that more daywear and knitwear should be designed to be more realistic. For the A/W 22/23 ready-to-wear collection, military colors dominated overcoats, suits, dresses and skirts, while sequins, chains, coconut patterns and drawstrings ensured the highlights.

For the A/W 22/23 womenswear runway shows, the pattern design of knitwear is enriched by diversified elements. The use of geometric patterns has been the key. Argyles, checks, stripes and color blocks are updated by creativity. Rustic knitwear is also elevated by geometric patterns. Cartoon patterns, florals, animal stripes and scenery paintings are important as well.

This report offers an all-around analysis of A/W 22/23 menswear runway shows and key design crafts. Quilting, pleated structures, statement cutouts, patchwork and handmade embroideries are the main techniques. Besides, side slits, fringes, embossed textures and appliques are also important.

GREEDILOUS was a brand founded by the designer Youn Hee Park in 2009. The designer is good at injecting surreal patterns into her fashion design. A/W 22/23 collection, themed ‘Wild At Heart’, presented a mashed-up aesthetic that is resilient, alluring, and ironic. We can see avant-garde printing throughout the collection, which reflected the concept of surrealism.

This report focuses on the performance of accessories on A/W 2022 runway shows. As an important category, hats still capture a large proportion as scarves and socks are decreasing. Rolled-up beanie, voluminous bucket hat, leather baseball cap, earflap hat, and felted hat are the main hat styles. Striped scarves and velvet scarves are likely to be paired with overcoats.

This report analyzes the application of patterns on womenswear runways and compares the proportion of each element in A/W 21/22 and A/W 22/23. Plaids and flowers still dominate the runway shows. Animal skins, especially leopard spots, continue the momentum in A/W 21/22; mineral textures, landscapes, and human figures have been uptrended through innovative techniques; more Chinese elements are added into folk motifs.

Women’s knitwear on A/W 22/23 runway shows focuses on rhinestone, bead, and patchwork to develop more sophisticated pieces. Notably, the patchwork in autumn and winter is crisp and solid. Ruffles, metallic accessories, fringes, hand stitches, and cutouts are the main details.

This report analyzes the application of patterns on womenswear runways and compares the proportion of each element in A/W 21/22 and A/W 22/23. Plaids and flowers still dominate the runway shows. Animal skins, especially leopard spots, continue the momentum in A/W 21/22; mineral textures, landscapes, and human figures have been uptrended through innovative techniques; more Chinese elements are added into folk motifs.

This report mainly focuses on outdoor-style patterns on A/W 22/23 runways. Bright plaids, five-pointed stars, and light spot gradient are trending upward clearly. Chains, skin touch, and human figures are applied widely and show a small-scale increase.

According to the data analysis of A/W 22/23 ‘Big Four’ fashion weeks, mink reveals a decrease, while faux fur, shearling and cashmere are trending upward. For items, leather jackets and trenches dominate the market. We can see from the new collections that designers pay more attention to practicality and comfort. Multi-occasion silhouettes and extremely comfy designs have been the key factors.

Themed ‘Extreme Excitement’, this report provides a comprehensive analysis about the A/W 22/23 runway shows. The theme is further subdivided into four styles: High-street Chic, Universal Unisex, Avant-garde Street Fashion, and Novelty Deconstruction.

Based on duality and multiple perspectives, Riccardo Tisci brought a fall collection to celebrate the British culture and reconstruct identities. The conflicts between city and countryside, gorgeousness and punk broke the common definitions and reinterpreted the Britishness. Inspired by subculture uniforms, classic men’s toggle overcoat was updated by bold leather straps and trims; womenswear collection paired Harrington Jackets with boots and skirts for a avant-garde attitude.

Sacai took its fall collection back to the Paris Fashion Week. The passionate red celebrated the return. Love, fidelity and friendship are the values that at the heart of Sacai. Designer Chitose Abe followed the principles and continued her exploration of silhouettes. Opened by a piece of dress, this physical show of bold silhouettes presented a sense of dignity through vests and ball dresses. A trenchcoat came with a bustle back, while oversize down jackets had an extra layer that created the illusion of a below-the-shoulder pouf dress, establishing a brand-new connection between traditional menswear and womenswear.

A/W 22/23 was the first collection of Nana Baehr for the brand. Tailored daywear, colorful sweater, and printed dress were the staples. The cloak design was inspired by the fashion in 1960s. Besides, two-in-one hall bucket hats and transparent handbags also enlivened this colorful collection.