Printed pattern, especially floral pattern, is broad in its fashion application. It appears not only on clothes, but also as footwear material. There is a strong footwear trend for bright colour and lively pattern. The patterned footwear trend started with animal print patterns, and now we have moved on to patchwork and floral print shoes.
In general clothing, there is even more pattern and texture as designers create layered looks. They sometimes use an eclectic patchwork of mixed plain and printed fabrics, fabric flowers, cutwork, appliqué, see-through or satin contrast borders and piped contrast edges.
Above left - Patterned floral and gingham check trimmed shoes right are courtesy of Dune. Kinn Wedge floral print shoe by Dune with red bow and insertion trim - £85 or €120. Kerala Sandal by Dune with check bow and red piped sling strap - £75 or €105.
Vintage style dolly prints, and sprigged patterns, flow along fabrics creating borders reminiscent of wild cottage gardens. Abstract prints with a global feel using ikat, earthy African tribal symbolism and Americana all look strikingly modern. |
