Fabric, color, and material forecast is a serious business.
Colors, textures, shapes and motifs play a crucial role in shaping the
forthcoming trends. They have a considerable influence in the overall
appearance of the apparel, and manipulate the fashion trends. Fashion is now
undergoing a drastic change with richness and creativity which was unobserved
previously. Nature drives the designers inspiration, creativity and progress. Themes
of nature gain the spotlight in the fashion world, and make their way into the
seasons favorite garments. Intimate shades bring a dreamy mood, with the
elements of nature transposed and sublimated.

Two palettes co-exist for the season. Bold colors still hold
strong, with bright saturated colors are catching up with the fad. Zesty lemon,
orange and lime shades will be seen splashed on womens attire. Yellow will
gain position as a stand-alone color. Dark shady and inky tones give an
electrifying touch to the color palette. Along with it, neutrals from dusty
landscapes, ocher green to colors of enamel also make themselves known with new,
lively textures. Earthy and nature inspired colors will give an appealing look
with a comfortable combination of relaxed and eco friendly living. White, gray
and taupe shades are also seen in the winters palette.

Hues of pale pink will give a 'gentleman look' even to the
toughest lad in town. Classic shades of carmel and olive will make an
inevitable part of the mens wardrobe. Black, and silver gray shades will be
seen mainly while white will be the dominating color of the year.

The whimsy 18th century look will make a comeback
will lacy skirts. Animal prints, rustic carvings, and bold geometric patterns and
floral prints dominate the show. Afar the floral prints, flower prints will
emerge in 3D pattern. Stripes will have its own creative applications. Wide
stripes, discreet bankers stripes, spotted chalk stripes will be seen in
clothing; especially in men's suits.
Checks and flowers will be seen in waist coats, tapered pants
and hunting jackets. Prince of Wales checks, big checks, and Harris tweed
will make a masculine note. Puffy quilting, regular, embossed and blistered
quilting, articulated thermo formed textures with graphic and photo prints will
be regarded as a fashion forward outfit.