WGSN is a trend forecasting web resource allowing access to upcoming annual trends; with regards to colour, material and fashion etc. Wanting to work within a fashion context, it will be essential requirement for me to understand the current and future trends in order for my work to fit into the industry. I have recently been researching into the 2016/17 trend predictions. From my research it appears that the trends that will occur over the next three years include white-work, heavy embellishments, iridescent fabrics and the technique of cutwork- all of which I am interested in and currently working with. One forecast, entitled 'Elemental' caught my eye at first, working with the concept of drawing textile design from organic, natural surfaces, including waves and the shore line.
