Stylish leather trends statement from Clariant

The latest autumn/winter 2007/08 leather trends statement from Clariant's Leather Business Unit will allow tanners to be one step ahead when it comes to leather fashion. A newly improved fashion package has recently been published showing four major routes to follow: Streamlined, Nature Trail, New Traditions and Night Blooms - developed by Clariant's international Fashion Group. The stylish re-designed promotional kit is equipped with an eye-catching fashion poster swatched with real leather samples and comprehensive information about trends and corresponding interpretations on leather. All prototype articles are exclusively made by Italian stylists and will be displayed during Clariant's fashion shows and fairs around the world. New minimalism, organic nature, traditional craftsmanship and precious luxury are all predicted for the future. The key trends result in multi-colour effects as well as plain and simple shapes for a 'Streamlined' atmosphere. 'Nature Trail' presents casual comfort inspired by ecology and natural elements. Earth browns and golden ochre put an emphasis on shimmering and provocative looks under the 'New Traditions' theme. Last but not least, 'Night Blooms' represents a precious luxury, showing glimmering effects in combination with shiny colours for a provocative look. Recognising that all aspects of lifestyle are influenced by fashion moods, Clariant are constantly expanding their fashion activities at a global level to be as close as they can to the looks of tomorrow. A strong focus on quality, worldwide standards, innovation and ecology will always be key for Clariant's committed Fashion team. Under the motto 'Fashion up!' the brand new fashion package will be discussed in further detail with the company's customers. 'Fashion up!' is not only a forward-looking trend adventure; every issue should be a useful tool to integrate art into fashion and open new ways for the future.