We’ve seen flowers, we’ve seen paisley…heck, we’ve even seen skeletons prancing on printed jeans! So it’s super refreshing when a brand comes out with a unique take on a done-to-death trend (not that we’re tired of it). Big Star USA released a pair of very charming jeans for spring that feature a smattering of colorful birds on white denim. Understated in a cartoon-y way, they’d be a flawless match for a white silk button-down top or a tailored navy blazer.
This style will hit stores in May, so stay tuned.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: big star USA, bird print, colored denim, denim trends, printed denim, skinny jeans, Spring Denim, white jeans, womens jeans
Denim Therapy had a chance to interview Big Star USA‘s women’s designer Miki Flores on the summer lookbook, the brand’s latest happenings, and what’s in store for next season. Go behind the scenes with this exclusive Q&A!
Denim Therapy: We’re in love with the Summer 2012 campaign/lookbook. What was the inspiration behind it?
Big Star: We used “Road Trip” as our theme for the Spring look book. A bit of a laid back bohemian vibe, which fit perfectly with our collection that included vintage denims, neon shorts and easy fitting jersey dress.
DT: Who is the Big Star customer right now?
BS: Our customers are independent and confident individuals who take youthful and modern approach when it comes to styling their outfits.
DT: What kind of washes are being emphasized in the line right now?
BS: We have always focused on bringing authentic denim washes to our customers. For this season, we focused a little more on paler shades and a bit of destruction with a twist of contemporary furnishings.
DT: Does your team have any pre-designing rituals?
BS: We normally take inspiration research trips to Europe or Asia to bring in freshness and also to step out of our daily routines. But doing vintage treasure hunts at flea markets or vintage stores are also very inspiring as well.
DT: Can you give us a hint about what’s next for F/W?
BS: Darker casts in authentic washes, leggings, wax coating, COLORS, prints, cozy cords, and workwear-inspired denims.
DT: How do you see street style/the web/developments in the online fashion community shaping the brand’s interaction (and even its DNA) moving forward?
BS: They play a huge role in shaping trends and what gets accepted at mass level. Most of us are spending more and more of our awake moments online or on our phones and seeing these influencers pushing new and edgier looks is definitely helping trend directions. I believe this plays a huge role on current trends of colors and prints.
DT: Finally, what message would you like to give to denim consumers right now?
BS: Be BOLD!
Visit Big Star USA to view the summer lookbook and shop!
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: big star USA, interview, q&a, road trip, summer 2012 lookbook, vintage denim
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