Monthly Archives: February 2012

LATEST TREND NEWS FROM FRAN IN EUROPE

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Fran Yoshioka

I’m finishing up my last day here and wanted to share the 4 big ideas in Women’s fashion that I saw everywhere in Paris and London . . . also the over-riding impression for home furnishings. The color message was … Continue reading →

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SHOPPING LONDON AND PARIS FOR SPRING/SUMMER TREND!

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Fran Yoshioka

WHEN? Next Week. Why? Because I need to see what Europe is showing as inspiration and validation for what we are talking about for next year. How? I spend 2 1/2 days in each city in major department stores, specialty … Continue reading →

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SPRING 2013: MAISON ET OBJET

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Fran Yoshioka

For those of you who follow my blog and attend my webinars on home furnishings, here are some highlights from the Maison et Objet show held in January for Spring 2013. I did not attend, but in reading the reports … Continue reading →

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SPRING 2013 Fashion Trend Direction — Key Points

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Fran Yoshioka

4 MORE INGREDIENTS of the 2013 Trend Menu: Pleating: to add dimension, fullness, and grace in all classifications. Spring Sweaters: light, airy, open, and patterned. Peplums: make them easy and a charming hem finish/detail. Sportive Attitude: Add a sportive touch … Continue reading →

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SPRING 2013 — Fashion Trend Direction: New Ingredients

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Fran Yoshioka

Ingredients are what I provide to my clients. These are the ideas that should inspire a design team, a product development team, buyers, and ultimately the consumer. We can no longer package trend direction in set colors, themes, styles that … Continue reading →

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