New trends at Le Cuir à Paris

03/01/2007

In anticipation of the next Le Cuir
à Paris show, to be held on February 20-23, the organisers have released a preview of trends for summer 2008, which are said to be relevant to all segments of the leather market including ready-to-wear, decoration, footwear, leather goods and gloves.

The focus for this season is ‘elegance’, which is divided into four main themes: Discreet & Bucolic; Clever & Curious; Free & Artistic; and Mathematical & Dreamy. The items on show will include traditional craftsmanship combined with modern styles as well as high quality basics and timeless classics.

Products will include translucent materials which are elastic and supple, reminiscent of skin, while designs will feature bubble shapes, pleated corollas, and puffy, inflated silhouettes, enhanced by optical fibres and luminous crystals.