Houston We Have a Trend: Space Bound Futurism at its Best

After closely reviewing the runways from fall 2008, I noticed a fun trend across a few big names that I feel is losing some attention. A minimalist flavor with just the right touch of space-suit like metallic accent to create an out of this world look- Future Femme if you will.

The Jetsons would be considered fashionable with this season's stark and structured dresses coming from the top design houses. These bold shapes can opposition the flowy chiffon hemlines that are also a wardrobe must have this fall.

Many fall 2008 shoes are a showcase for this trend with embellished heels looking alien in contrast to the typical sleekness of a traditional fall pump. Think extra fabric off the back of the heel to create a chunky abstractness.

Oh and there's encouraging news! All of those shiny gold, silver, and bronze pieces you stocked up on during the denomination that metallic had in the past few seasons? With the right amount of judgement, metallic pieces can be the perfect nod to this new futuristic movement. Just remember minimalistic is key to staying current with this trend.

  Trend Evidence Exibit A: We can thank Balenciaga for this ultra chic yet dangerously different dress.  Between the metallic straps and the structured bodice, we are talking major future femme points.

  Trend Evidence Exibit B: Lanvin showed this latex smoke colored piece. The abstract lines and space-age material make it trend appropriate.

 

Trend Evidence Exibit C: Yves Saint Laurent delivers this sunny yellow (hot color this season) Jetson-like A-line dress that is just begging to be worn.