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‘THE BODY-FASHION indus-
‘try is looking forward to a
. bonanza year,

The organizers of Igedo Dessous/Igedo
“Beach, an international fashion trade fair held
in-Diisseldorf last September, draw attention
* to three trends to make their point.

First of all, a global media campaign has
hyped womankind into what promises to be a
fong-term revival of push-up bras, and bras in
- general. Secondly, there is the current trend
towards torso-fitting outerwear, which will
oblige. a lot of women to shop for effective
body smoothers and shapers. And lastly, what

gedo sees as a “mega-trend” of transparent
fashion for summier ‘95 “will cry out for suit-
able visible bodysuits and lingerie.”

“Though summer is a long way off, resort
season is upon us. And vacationers lucky
enough to be heading south this winter can get
-& jump on-next summer's trends with some
, guidance from Igedo.

_/ Memories : of . journeys “to ‘distant exotic

, ‘countries influence next summer's beachwear,
as does a romantically nostalgic look into our
Nictorian past. :

The Reduced Idea

Classic stretch satins and ribbed ottomans
“ate making a strong come-back in structured,
_ mono-colored swimsuits and coordinating
cover-ups. Reminiscent. of .the Hollywood
bathing ‘beauties ‘of ‘the late "30s, many of
‘them have draped bra tops.and ruched inserts.
Another ’30s glamor-girl revival is the slinky
beach dress with high-cut leg slits and a sen-
sationa) low-cut back...

The Gentle Idea

nd highlights, a symbiosis of retro
design and the latest textile technology. Faded
floral print ‘antique lace, Braphic stripes and

Photos Igedo Disseldort

BACKFLIPS’ CROCHET bikint is care-
lessty eclectic.

jacquard accent lightweight stretch velvet, and |

iridescent or matte see-through sheers. Design
featurés: layering, lacings and tie fastenings,
and gilets..Look for sportswear influences
from the ’20s, and skirted swimwear reminis-
cent of the '30s.

“The Artisan Idea

Body paintings, cave paintings and wood

~ carvings from Asia, Africa and Australia

promise to be popular prints next summer.
Expect to sec lots of exotic knotting and ties,
ethnic :scarves, mini-pareos combined. with
Stretch tops, two-piece outfits with side or

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The Speedy Idea

This is a trend that vibrates in color, form
and styling. It is essentially young, carelessly
eclectic, and uses ideas from all around the

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