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Clothing, Key Shape Updates August 30, 2023

KEY SHAPE UPDATE: PLEATED MIDI SKIRT

Close to Season August 30, 2023

CLOSE TO SEASON: BOWS & RIBBONS

Colour, Colour & Materials, S/S 25, Seasonal August 30, 2023

S/S 25 COLOUR: BEAUTY

Colour, Colour & Materials, S/S 25, Seasonal August 30, 2023

S/S 25 COLOUR: LINGERIE & LOUNGEWEAR

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S/S 25 COLOUR: SWIM

Colour, Colour & Materials, S/S 25, Seasonal August 30, 2023

S/S 25 COLOUR: ACTIVE

USP Inspire, USP Inspire August 28, 2023

USP INSPIRE: SHERBET

Colour, Colour & Materials, Lifestyle, Lifestyle, Print & Pattern, Surface & Fabric August 25, 2023

LIFESTYLE PRINT & PATTERN UPDATE: DECORATIVE BORDERS

Clothing, Key Shape Updates August 25, 2023

KEY SHAPE UPDATE: CROP TOP PANT SET

Fabric, Key Shape Updates August 25, 2023

KEY FABRIC UPDATE: BRIGHT LACE

Clothing, Key Shape Updates August 25, 2023

KEY SHAPE UPDATE: DENIM BERMUDA

Colour, Colour & Materials, S/S 25, Seasonal August 23, 2023

S/S 25 COLOUR: LIFESTYLE HARD

Colour, Colour & Materials, S/S 25, Seasonal August 23, 2023

S/S 25 COLOUR: LIFESTYLE SOFT

USP Inspire, USP Inspire August 21, 2023

USP INSPIRE: FUTURE WARRIOR

Catwalks, S/S 24 August 18, 2023

S/S 24 CPHFW: NEED TO KNOW

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S/S 24 CPHFW: STREET STYLE

Catwalks, Resort 24 August 18, 2023

RESORT 24: BAGS

Catwalks, Resort 24 August 17, 2023

RESORT 24: ACCESSORIES

Close to Season, Fashion, Lifestyle, Print & Pattern August 16, 2023

CLOSE TO SEASON: STRIPE 2.0

Catwalks, Resort 24 August 16, 2023

RESORT 24: FOOTWEAR

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S/S 25 COLOUR - MAVERICK ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ With the stress of modern life increasing with negative news cycles spinning out of control, rather than dwelling on worries, this trend focuses on a rejection coping mechanism, where we pretend everything is right in the world, using creativity and colour to bring moments of joy and fun into life. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Maverick focuses on an escapist, carefree mood, inspire by eccentric characters, elevating the everyday experiences with nostalgic glamour. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Keep an eye each week as we explore our six *NEW* #SS25 Colour trends. For further details about our S/S 25 Colour reports, please contact our Trend Agent, @thecolourful_trendagency / jodie@thecolourful.co.uk for UK enquiries, or for US enquiries please contact @esp_trendlab / info@esptrendlab.com ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #USPtrend #Trends #Trendforecasting #Mood #Inspo #Inspiration #Colour #ColourPalette #ColourHarmony #ColourInspiration #SS25 #ForwardThinking #Mindful #Fashion #Lifestyle #Design #Culture #USPcolour
INTRODUCING MAVERICK Our S/S 25 Colour reports ha INTRODUCING MAVERICK Our S/S 25 Colour reports have now launched! Keep an eye out over the next few weeks as we share a glimpse of our seasonal trends, including our inspirational colour films. Our fourth seasonal colour palette MAVERICK focuses on an escapist, carefree mood, inspire by eccentric characters, elevating the everyday experiences with nostalgic glamour. With the stress of modern life increasing with negative news cycles spinning out of control, rather than dwelling on worries, this trend focuses on a rejection coping mechanism, where we pretend everything is right in the world, using creativity and colour to bring moments of joy and fun into life. Follow our #USPcolour hashtag for bursts of colour inspiration from us. #Colourtrends #Colour #Color #DesignInspiration #TrendForecasting #SS25 #Maverick #Trends #ColourPalette #SeasonalColour #Interiors #Fashion #Beauty #USPcolour
Pearls are having a moment⚪️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Pearl embellishments have been featured heavily throughout recent catwalk collections from @simonerocha_ miniature pearl bag, @balmain extravagant corset to @maison_kimhekim pearl intertwined dresses. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Celebrities such as @tchalamet have also been spotted sporting a pearl necklace, breaking a traditionally female jewellery look into the gender fluid mainstream. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ How would you style your pearls?
Swipe to see a round up of colours we were inspire Swipe to see a round up of colours we were inspired by last week including slow fashion brand @marrakshilife championing traditional Moroccan weaving practices and @debonademeo glass marble inspired lamps. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Click the link in bio to see more of our daily FREE Colour Feed.
Your monthly Key Shape Update hit! ✨✨ Each mon Your monthly Key Shape Update hit! ✨✨ Each month the Fashion team will be highlighting their Top 3 Key Shapes that they think are currently key in womenswear across clothing, F&A, Fabric, Trim & Details. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This month Senior Catwalk Director @joannashiersdouglas, Senior Fashion Director @cgthomas100 and Junior Fashion Editor @meganelizabethlong share theirs, mostly inspired from the recent S/S 24 catwalks, from @miumiu's Bermuda and 70's-inspired RaRa Skirt comeback, to the classic cardigan. USP subscribers see all recent Key Shape Updates on site now. Not a subscriber yet? Keep an eye out for our stories later with more key shape inspo! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ • ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #USPtrend #trendforecasting #trends #keyshapeupdates #monthlyupdate #catwalks #SS24 #miumiu #gucci #prada #clothing #footwear #fabric #details #fashion
The winner of the Arts Thread Global Design Gradua The winner of the Arts Thread Global Design Graduate Show in collaboration with Gucci has been announced! Congratulations to Carolina Trinker @sts.apart who received the award in the Fashion Comms category, selected by our very own USP Founder and Creative Director @kellockjane Click the link in bio to see more of Carolina’s work.
TRUE BLUE ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Blue continu TRUE BLUE ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Blue continues to be a perennial favourite with all tones making a statement across fashion, interiors and beauty. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Inspiring this micro trend we have baby blues and classic cobalt spotted across S/S 24 womenswear catwalk collections as well as material innovators @studiorens collaborating with @tarkettofficial using flooring offcuts in a delicious shade of sea blue. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For existing subscribers, to see more about this inspire trend, click the link in bio. Or click through to our daily FREE colour feed to see some colour inspiration. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have a fabulous Monday! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Team USP x ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
S/S 25 COLOUR - SCORCHED ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As the planet continues to get hotter, the effects of climate change becomes no longer an abstract future concern. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Innovative solutions harnessing the power of the sun, including materials that can withstand extreme heat or protective surfaces that keep us cool become increasingly important. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Keep an eye each week as we explore our six *NEW* #SS25 Colour trends. For further details about our S/S 25 Colour reports, please contact our Trend Agent, @thecolourful_trendagency / jodie@thecolourful.co.uk for UK enquiries, or for US enquiries please contact @esp_trendlab / info@esptrendlab.com ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #USPtrend #Trends #Trendforecasting #Mood #Inspo #Inspiration #Colour #ColourPalette #ColourHarmony #ColourInspiration #ClimateSolutions #ColourTherapy #SS25 #ForwardThinking #Mindful #Fashion #Lifestyle #Design #Culture #USPcolour
INTRODUCING SCORCHED Our S/S 25 Colour reports ha INTRODUCING SCORCHED Our S/S 25 Colour reports have now launched! Keep an eye out over the next few weeks as we share a glimpse of our seasonal trends, including our inspirational colour films. SCORCHED is a colour palette addressing the global warming crisis, we realise is no longer an abstract, future concern. Innovative solutions harnessing the power of the sun, including materials that can withstand extreme heat or protective surfaces that keep us cool become increasingly important. Follow our #USPcolour hashtag for bursts of colour inspiration from us. #Colourtrends #Colour #Color #DesignInspiration #TrendForecasting #SS25 #RestorativeDesign #Scorched #Trends #ColourPalette #SeasonalColour #Interiors #Fashion #Beauty #USPcolour
We recently collaborated with 2nd Year BA Fashion We recently collaborated with 2nd Year BA Fashion Management & Communication @shu_fmc students at @sheffhallamuni on a S/S 24 live brief. Drawing from our #macro ideas as inspiration, the students developed their own future-focused trends. ⠀⠀⠀⠀ See more info about the selected five students #microtrends below & whose work we feel were insightful & creative. 🤩🤩🤩 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1. @kdf_work INDIVIDUALITY GENDER 'My work is always influenced by the power of being yourself, the natural, and the authentic. I'm drawn to the beauty of people's differences.' ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 2. @unportdepeche SHE'S SO SLOVENLY 'Rooted in feminist ideals, the Slovenly Girl only cares about you knowing that she doesn’t. A reaction in the face of injustice. Battling the male gaze and disregarding perception.' ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 3. @lewlewsphotos SPACEJUNK 'This project uncovers the truth of technological advancements and how they control us. It explores our apocalyptic society and how it will inevitably affect how we live.' ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 4. @abbsbts CHAOS FATIGUE ‘Explores the idea of a bleak future, from climate crisis, wars and economic disaster, where people are desperately looking for ways to escape real life.' ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 5. @lucygraysondesigns RELEASE THE GEEK 'Release the Geek embodies escapism, freedom and enjoyment, offering the consumer a momentary escape as they immerse themselves in hobbies, films, music and art within the world of geek culture.' ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ USP subscribers see the full Sheffield Hallam 2023 report on site now for a further breakdown of the selected students work, as well as their online #portfolios. Not a subscriber yet? See our stories throughout the day for more highlights of the students work. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #USPtrend #TrendForecasting #UniTakeover #Colour #Fashion #Lifestyle #Inspiration #Studentsof2023 #Mood #Future #Consumer
#DigitalFutures 🕹️ Stepping into the future o #DigitalFutures 🕹️ Stepping into the future of fashion, @Moncler and @adidasoriginals introduced “The Art of Explorers”, collaboration representing a journey of AI-generated characters from nature to urbanity. Think digital explorers taking a stylish stroll from mountaintops to city streets! 💭 A standout piece is the digitally reimagined NMD boot, now an NFT, merging the realms of fashion, technology, and collectibility. It’s a clear signal of the growing trend towards immersive digital experiences and gamification in fashion retail. The collection, blending AI art and digital designs, is showcased on an interactive platform at moncler.com, and features exclusive products in a dynamic digital gallery. This launch is just a glimpse into a future where fashion transcends physical boundaries, a trend we’re tracking closely. Keep an eye on today’s stories for more insights into similar innovative fashion-tech collabs. 💬 . #MonthlyMeta #AdidasMoncler #TrendForecasting #MetaverseFashion #NFT #AIart #FashionNFT #FashionTech #FashionCollaboration #VirtualShowroom #DigitalFashion
S/S 25 COLOUR - PROCESS ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ While there is a place for digital design, it often lacks something that cannot be replicated - hand crafted tactility created from the heart. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This trend celebrates the demand for conscious solutions, upcycling and texture, bringing together a mash-up of cultures and embedding storytelling into design. Keep an eye each week as we explore our six *NEW* #SS25 Colour trends. For further details about our S/S 25 Colour reports, please contact our Trend Agent, @thecolourful_trendagency / jodie@thecolourful.co.uk for UK enquiries, or for US enquiries please contact @esp_trendlab / info@esptrendlab.com • #USPtrend #Trends #Trendforecasting #Mood #Inspo #Inspiration #Colour #ColourPalette #ColourHarmony #ColourInspiration #HandCrafted #ColourTherapy #SS25 #ForwardThinking #Mindful #Fashion #Lifestyle #Design #Culture #USPcolour
INTRODUCING PROCESS Our S/S 25 Colour reports hav INTRODUCING PROCESS Our S/S 25 Colour reports have now launched! Keep an eye out over the next few weeks as we share a glimpse of our seasonal trends, including our inspirational colour films. Our second trend, PROCESS, is an eclectic bold palette inspired by the importance of tactile craft and cultural processes in an increasingly digital dominant world. Follow our #USPcolour hashtag for bursts of colour inspiration from us. #Colourtrends #Colour #Color #DesignInspiration #TrendForecasting #SS25 #RestorativeDesign #Process #Trends #ColourPalette #SeasonalColour #Interiors #Fashion #Beauty #USPcolour
October Photodump • Here’s a little insight in October Photodump • Here’s a little insight into what the USP team have been up to this past month. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From Dubai to Mumbai, Pumpkins displays at @dalstongarden, @friezeofficial art fair & exploring @dutchdesignweek. See more BTS & snaps from exhibitions on our stories later • ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #USPphotodump #BTS #Trendforecasting #Trends #DutchDesignWeek #DesignInspiration #India
HAPPY NOVEMBER!!! Here's a round up of last weeks HAPPY NOVEMBER!!! Here's a round up of last weeks #ColourFeed - featuring creatives @erikaastrid and @jmichaelfulton’s bright and bold beauty editorial and actress Maggie Smiths collaboration with @loewe for their S/S 24 pre-collection campaign. Which one is your favourite? Comment down below 👇 Follow link to our FREE colour feed in our bio for further info. • #ColourFeed #Colour #ColourInspo #TrendForecasting #Beauty #Fashion #Editorials #Retail #Halloween #Activewear #FashionTrends
S/S 25 COLOUR - SIMULATION ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As debate surrounding the ethical implications of artificial intelligence continues, AI-generated imagery begins to alter our perceptions of reality, blurring the lines between physical and digital. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The merging of worlds creates a softer aesthetic, tapping into hazy utopian imagery with natural and raw surfaces. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Keep an eye each week as we explore our six *NEW* #SS25 Colour trends. For further details about our S/S 25 Colour reports, please contact our Trend Agent, @thecolourful_trendagency / jodie@thecolourful.co.uk for UK enquiries, or for US enquiries please contact @esp_trendlab / info@esptrendlab.com ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #USPtrend #Trends #Trendforecasting #Mood #Inspo #Inspiration #Colour #ColourPalette #ColourHarmony #ColourInspiration #AI #ColourTherapy #SS25 #ForwardThinking #Mindful #Fashion #Lifestyle #Design #Culture #USPcolour
INTRODUCING SIMULATION Our S/S 25 Colour reports INTRODUCING SIMULATION Our S/S 25 Colour reports have now launched! Keep an eye out over the next few weeks as we share a glimpse of our seasonal trends, including our inspirational colour films. The first trend we are sharing is SIMULATION, a soft-tech pastel palette inspired by the contrasting properties of digital worlds alongside raw natural materials. Follow our #USPcolour hashtag for bursts of colour inspiration from us. #Colourtrends #Colour #Color #DesignInspiration #TrendForecasting #SS25 #RestorativeDesign #Simulation #Trends #ColourPalette #SeasonalColour #Interiors #Fashion #Beauty #USPcolour
Happy Monday! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here's a Happy Monday! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here's a round up of all of the recent interior, fashion, retail and beauty releases we at USP have been inspired by. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From Sorel's tangerine pop-up store, Floor Story's luxurious pattern filled rugs and pangaias and headspaces comfy collaboration. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Head over to the link in bio to see more daily colour feed for free, including featured colour swatches. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #Colour #ColourInspiration #Interiors #Fashion #Trends #TrendForecasting #Lifestyle
S/S 24 KEY CATWALK PRINT & PATTERN ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ S/S 24 KEY CATWALK PRINT & PATTERN ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here is a round-up of the key prints and patterns spotted on the S/S 24 catwalks, from the classic stripes and florals, to ombre blur and fruity motifs. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ USP subscribers read all our S/S 24 Catwalk & Beauty reports on site now. If you're not a subscriber yet, stay tuned for more catwalk inspiration in the coming weeks.💙 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #USPtrend #TrendForecasting #Trend #Fashion #Styling #ColourInspiration #Colour #ColourPalette #Print #Pattern #Blues #Pinks #Fruit #Florals #Colourblock #Colourful #Catwalks
SPORTSCORE ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ An evolutio SPORTSCORE ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ An evolution of the blokecore trend sees a rise in sportwear attire, with sporty looks frequently seen at the catwalks during fashion month. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Swipe to see the key cultural moments we have been tracking as part of this trend, including Rihanna's new Fenty x Savage Collection, the release of The Beckhams Documentary and Moncler x Adidas collaboration. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ To see more Sportscore influences follow the link in bio to see our Need to Know report.
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