Product Trend: Depression Chic
by Christina Lee on January 29th, 2009
For spring 2009 and the seasons beyond, fashion designers have sent down the runway what can be cumulated as “depression chic.” The trend pays homage to a time consumers now relate to more than ever, with apparel first popularized around the 1929 stock market crash. The looks also offer a certain ease for consumers: the fits are looser, the flash has disappeared, and the fashion statements are familiar. Overall, the industry understands that this year’s consumers want to buy pieces that will last them for years. Women will get to play around with looks that popped up before and after... Read more »