Prediction for the FW09 Marc Jacobs Color & Collection

FW09 Marc Jacobs COLOR THEME

1-8. Harmaony of Color - Analogous of Cold Color ( Blue , Purple , Green) DARK FORCE

9-16. Alternation of Color - Analgous of Warm Color (Red, Orange, Yellow-green) Vibration Move

13-16. Monochromatic in Warm Color (Red) Vibration Move

17 -23. Harmony of Color - Tetrad / Double - Complementary (Burgundy, Gold , Dusty Blue & Green) SOFT TOUCH

FW09 Marc Jacobs COLLECTION THEME BOARD

DARK FORCE (Pantone # from No 1 to 8)

Economic Crisis in 2008 - the economic recession keeps continue to the coming years. Depth pressure & cool down in the moods. Want something in Basic & compact to feel more secure.

Color - Subtle Darks in low chroma, aspalt Greys, oily greens, earthy browns & pale greenish or pinkish whites.

Fabrics - Heavy gauge woollens jerseys, thick felts & rough compact , mock plains in the cotton/wool.

Style - Classics to Layers. Overcoats, uniform-inspired coats. To layer over boxy pants. High protection. Baggy Jeans, torn & patched-up in more relax & casual way.

VIBRATION MOVE (Pantone # from No 9 to 16)

The city is full of energetic after the recession period on last year.

More optimistic on the future. People wants more sharp & bright to express moment of excited. Free expression & air free.

Color - Full colorful range in HIGH Chroma from rasberry's reds, burgundy, cool blues, purple, pea etc... bright accents inspiration from active sport.

Fabrics - Comfortable basics. Dense & yet light. Texture in weave fabrics.

Style - Simple urban shapes, reworked in the proportional structure. Big Hoddy Blouson. Over-sizes Coats. Chic & loose boxy tops.

SOFT TOUCH (Pantone # from No 17 to 23)

In between of cool & romantic nostalgic, focus of the timeless look & comfort & formality. The casual wear will become more softer, & in new design of styling.

Colors - Pale & medium half-tones in beige, kakhi, metallic-grey shades, neutrals colors.

Fabrics - Mini patterns, micro-geometrics. Sophisticated fleeces in wool/ cashmere. Easy-care knits. Feather-weight.

Style - Cross styles. Mix urban elegance & sport modern. Cyber classic not old fashion. New chic-up look.