Lately, I’ve noticed a considerable number of labels drawing inspiration from the pages of comic books and the leanings of Pop Art. Romance Was Born partnered with Marvel Comics for their Spring/Summer 2012/13 collection. Converse teamed up with DC Comics for a superhero inspired footwear line. MAC Cosmetics are collaborating with Archie Comics for their Spring 2013 collection. Phillip Lim took inspiration from iconic Lichtenstein works and translated them onto an array of ready-to-wear clothing and accessories. I don’t know if this trend has anything to do with the number of comic book inspired movie reboots happening at the moment, but the timing is quite convenient/advantageous. Regardless of what is ‘in’ right now, I’ll always have a soft spot for such comic stylings (I have very distinct memories of attending a Batman themed party in grade one and also had a comic book themed 18th birthday party). And while it’s not always feasible to walk out the door in a cape and spandex bodysuit, these are a few items that you can safely wear out in public.
Clockwise-ish from top left:
J.Crew polka-dot stretch-cotton capri pants (Ben-Day influences, anyone?)
Am in love with all of these things! The KA-P and Bat shirts are amazing! So much fun.
the batman jumper! gah!
Love it all
I love this style, its so quirky !! 😛
what a super cute polyvore!
those pants are AMAZING. I must have x
I need to jump on the polka dot pant bandwagon too.
OOoh love the miu miu sunglasses and the polka dot trousers.. oh and the converse.. great finds 🙂
Jo. x
Argh want that bat sweater so bad! x Sushi
I'm so excited by all the comic stuff around at the moment. My inner geek is giddy with delight.
I love that bat sweater. And the KaPow top. And the Converse. I've got my eye on the Wonder Woman low-tops. SO. FREAKING. CUTE.
I didn't see the Wonder Woman low tops! Must find now.
love love love!!! i sooo want that sweater haha!
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I need that batman jumper in my closet! It's amazing!!
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i hadn't noticed but i'm quite sure i will do now
Makes me want to go and see the Lichtenstein exhibit at QUT even more!
Yes! I was planning to see it the other weekend but that fell through. Still on my to-do list.
Yes! I've noticed this trend recently as well, and assumed it was in response to the success of big blockbuster comic book movies. And also the fact that the bright, contrasting colours of superheroes lend themselves so much to fashion anyway!
I love those DC Converse sneakers.
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Melissa @ Melicious
And I forgot to mention Karla Spetic's latest collection with Lichtenstein inspired prints, and Yayoi Kusama's recent collaboration with Louis Vuitton (pop art influences rather than comic, but still). Plus there's basically everything that Jeremy Scott's ever done.
Soph your blog just keeps getting better and better! I know what you mean about all the comic style stuff around at the moment. I love the bat jumper! I have the Alexa Chung one which is very similar 🙂
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Thank you! I still keep an eye out for the Alexa Chung bat tee on eBay but it still sells for an arm and a leg. Thinking a DIY is in order!
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This is awesome, I suppose all the films lately are providing a fair amount of inspiration 🙂
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the sweatshirt and converse blow my mind. seriously. I too will always have a soft spot for anything comic-inspired 🙂
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LOL This is cool That bat sweater needs to makes its way into my closet.
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The bat sweater! Perfect! Be still my heart <3