Crochet: new trends in the garment retail industry

Bohemian, chic and super cool – that’s what crochet has come to epitomize these days. Right from crochet boots, to super cool hobo bags, to chic pullovers and jackets – if you are in the retail garment business, it ‘pays’ to have a crochet line!

Heirloom lace

Lace was, is and always will be in fashion – even more so in 2008! Touted as the ‘must-have’ fashion accessory, crisp white lace is very much in vogue. Vintage heirloom lace worked in crochet is a classic piece that never goes out of fashion. In terms of colors, beige, gray and cream shades seem to top the list as far as lace is concerned. You;ll also find many variations in lace – from the staid gothic black lace to the pastel hued rococo lace varieties.

The Ugg Crochet Boot

No ugly one at that (no pun intended either), the renowned Ugg boots in crochet were even chosen as Oprah’s favorite Christmas gifting options this year! Available in beige and chestnut colors, these are perfect for the chilly winter months ahead. With a footbed made of sheepskin these promise to provide your feet all the pampering and comfort they need! The good thing about these ugg boots is the versatility these display. The warmth of wool makes them perfect choices for winter wear while the stylish chic designs make them fashionable must-haves in Spring 2008.

Detailing in garments

As far as summer and spring garments in 2008 are concerned, embellishments and crochet detail will be the fashion statement. Even if it’s knitwear you are selling, little detailing and flounces as well as crochet edging heighten the ‘cool’ quotient of the garment. Think Chanel bags and Navajo crochet blankets – all super cool and ultra modern.

Celebrities are endorsing it – time you did too!

Crochet is today a far cry from the ‘granny’ sweaters and formless sack-like pullovers which were unflattering to the figure. Today with the spate of trendy, light yarns and modern designs, even celebrities have shown a keen interest in crochet! Whether it is Nicole Richie wearing Ugg Boots, or Jessica Simpson wearing a chunky shawl or just designer Marc Jacob’s designs from the Fall 2005 collection – everyone seems to be lapping up crochet these days.

So if you’re in the retail garment industry, it is time you shunned the ‘grandmother’ image of crochet and started looking at it in its new, trendy and hip ‘avatar’.  Crochet is clearly here to stay!