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Despite the ever-changing technological environment in which we now live, human behavior and emotions will never change. Humans may begin to react differently as times change, but they will never fail to have a reaction of some kind. These reactions are perfectly captured in classic novels that are still being taught in school systems today. Classic novels explore the human experience by invading our thoughts with the lives of characters real and fictional alike. These characters change us by offering us different views and opinions on the world around us. Views such as these allow us to learn and empathize with other people.We are detecting a change towards more literate individuals who not only enjoy reading, but who enjoy creating their own story with their style. Themes found in classic novels, for example, will fuel our outlook on fashion and home décor. LOLITA introduces us to the perverse

world of a middle-aged man in love with a young girl through saturated warm colors in combination with ladylike, quirky gems. FAHRENHEIT 451 explores the fear and consequences coupled with censorship through the use of dark greys and red accents. THE STRANGER depicts the life of an isolated man infatuated with those around him through the use of transparent fabrics in combination with pale neutrals. FRANKENSTEIN delves into the dangerous world of creation and the thirst for knowledge by including a variety of green shades. THE METAMORPHISIS describes the terrifying transformation from man to bug, which will be translated through burnt oranges and hard shells. Classic novels allow us to learn about ourselves through the lives of someone else. Autumn/Winter 2015-16 will incorporate the themes of these novels to establish a style that is both rich in quality and thought.

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A. lolita | b. fahrenheit 451 | c. The Strangerd. frankenstein | e. the metemorphisis

l o l i t aVladimir Nabokov’s novel LOLITA explores the dangerous world of youth and the loss of innocence. These themes will be seeping within the home and fashion industry in Autumn/Winter 2015-16. Unlike the Japanese style going by the same name, our Lolita girl is always ladylike yet fun in combination with a subtle edginess. We’re seeing a strong emphasis on

fun and quirky gems for the Lolita girl. She enjoys conversation prints and designs reminiscent of those of Elsa Schiaparelli. Emphasis on pinks, reds and purples will perfectly juxtapose with saturated cool colors. The Lolita girl will never say no to lace or bows, especially if it comes in a soft leather. She is delicate but willing to stand her ground when it comes to her style.

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Light of my life, fire of my loins. My sin, my soul. lo - l e e - ta

We’re seeing a strong emphasis

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From sequin-encrusted silks to

homemade quilts, the Lolita girl

finds comfort in the details.

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In terms of prints and patterns for Autumn/Winter 2015-16, we’re seeing the prominent use of conversation prints and patterns for the Lolita girl. These prints will often be adorned in dark pinks and mint greens. The use of figures within these prints will emphasize the Lolita girls’ fun and daring personality.

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Heart shaped zipper pulls, diamond encrusted floral earrings, and laser cut leather loafers are just the beginning when it comes to a Lolita girls’ trims and accessories. Autumn/Winter 2015-16 will bring quirky gems that will enhance any look. These accessories will set a Lolita girl apart from the crowd.

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Ray Bradbury’s novel, FARENHEIT 451, illustrates a future world in which the government burns books that are deemed inappropriate to the public. As the technological world increases, we live in greater fear of our privacy being invaded. This fear will drive the fashion world into the dark world created by Bradbury. Censorship explored in the novel will inspire harsh silhouettes in combination with head and face coverings. We’re seeing a strong use of black and white prints in addition to muted pales. Autumn/Winter 2015-16 is the perfect time to explore the darker side of our senses.

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When it comes to fabrics and fibers, we’re seeing a strong emphasis on interesting felting techniques and tight pintucking. Fabric manipulation will be an important aspect of Autumn/Winter 2015-16.

A book is a loaded gun in the house next door.

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Autumn/Winter 2015-16 is the season for dark geometric prints in combination with freeform organic patterns. Like that of an ink spill or stamp, each pattern will be one of a kind. There will also be an emphasis on ombre effects in several of the prints.

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Accessories this season will be dark and chunky. Half gloves and square heels, for example, will dominate the Fahrenheit 451 girls’ wardrobe. The use of a hat or even a heavy bang to cover our eyes will instill mystery and intrigue in every aspect of our lives.

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the strangerAlbert Camus’s classic novel, THE STRANGER, explores the voyeuristic world through the eyes of an isolated murderer. Throughout the novel, the theme of voyeurism is incorporated to express our interest in the outside world. Human beings are so attracted to Camus’s characters, because as readers, we desire to

discover the stories of real and fictional characters through books and films. We’re seeing a prominent use of sheer fabrics in pale cool greys and rose colored toneswith a strong emphasis on layering. The use of layering sheer chiffons and silks is reminiscent of looking through the curtains of a window.

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I opened myself to the gentle indifference of the world.

The fabrics and fibers in Autumn/Winter 2015-16 will include a wide variety of light lace and tulle that can be perfectly layered. Colored lace in combination with abstract embroidery will create an interesting layering piece. Fabrics encrusted with beads and sequins will also be used this season on her thicker fabrics.

We’re seeing an interest in watercolor prints and patterns in unsaturated tones. The use of this print will emphasize the theme of voyeurism by incorporating the transparency of watercolor.

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Crystal clear glass and plastic will be used in clutches, handbags, hair accessories, and even shoes in Autumn/Winter 2015-16. Paired with white, the transparent accessories are fresh and clean. Rustic gold jewelry will also contribute to the modern through the juxtaposing of the old and the new.

frankensteinMary Shelley’s classic harrowing novel, FRANKENSTEIN, explores mans desire to become a God like figure through the creation of life. In order to create life, Dr. Frankenstein took parts from other bodies to create his own creature. As a result, we are seeing a similar theme within the season of Autumn/Winter 2015-16. There will be a strong emphasis on the natural and scientific world through textural fibers and geometric shapes. The use of saturated

tertiary colors, like green and purple, illustrates the connection between the natural and scientific world. We are also seeing a draw towards uniqueness in silhouette and design. An emphasis in enlarged shoulder pads, for example, will help establish a geometric shape around the body. We suggest that this season is the time to mix and match the smooth with the rough, the hard with the soft, and the geometric with the organic in order to create life for yourself.

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Autumn/Winter 2015-16 will be loaded with animal hides and creative knitwear and fiber crafts. The combination of the natural and handmade fibers greater emphasizes the themes found in FRANKENSTEIN. Interesting colors and treatments will inhabit the season through nubby yarns and creative quilting.

The world was to me a secret which I desired to devine.

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We will see a wide range of graphic geometric prints that coincide with the theme of scientific exploration found throughout the novel. Neutrals will be paired with bold colors and designs to establish depth.

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Rustic backpacks and wooden

shell clutches will make a

bold appearance this season.

Jewelry will be adorned with

crosses and 3 dimensional

geometric shapes.

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the metamorphosisFranz Kafka takes us into his dark and surrealist world in his classic work, THE METAMORPHASIS, by depicting the transformation of man into bug. Insects are a large part of our ecosystem but are often over-looked. This season, we are seeing a comeback of all things bug. We

will be cloaked in shell-like armor from our shoulders down to our toes. Colors such as burnt oranges, muted greens, and deep oxblood will accompany our new outer shell. Autumn/Winter 2015-16 is the time for transformation. We will dress harder and demand respect.

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We are seeing an increase in fabric manipulation and mul-timedia materials in Autumn/Winter 2015-16. Scale-like beading and tiered fabric es-tablish a hard look when jux-taposed with soft marbled felts and pintucked silks.

“What’s happened to me,” he thought. It was no dream.

This season will bring about abstract art in addition to clas-sic ikat designs in its prints and patterns. The combination of the two describes the trans-formation one must take in or-der to find creative freedom. Tones of black and off whites will be used in combination with greens, reds, and oranges.

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We’re seeing a move towards steel

body armor and vintage buttons

this season. Shell-like handbags

and clutches will be combined

with crystals and tailored leathers.

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