Welcoming buyers from across the country and around the world, Dallas Market Center’s Apparel & Accessories Markets have earned a reputation for excellence in selection and service. Complementing DMC’s extensive apparel and accessories exhibitors, exclusive runway shows from the Dallas Market Center Production Team bring fashion trends to life. Not only are these shows among the hottest tickets in town, but they provide a valuable resource to retail buyers.
Today, we’ll take a look at the top women’s fashion trends for Spring 2019, as showcased on the Dallas Market Center runway. Take notice and take notes – these are the trends you’ll be seeing in blogs, magazines and store windows in months to come.
Contemporary Apparel & Accessories Fashion Trends
Santa Fe: A desert fantasy comes to life, inspired by the colors of sun-soaked sand and sky. Reflecting a nomadic journey, this trend adds richness to your spring wardrobe.
Key Details: Vivid Patterns, Oversized Florals, Feathers, Embroidery, Fringe, Ruffles
Suburban Chill: This visit to suburbia reveals a modern take on retro silhouettes. Unexpected shades push sporty separates in a new direction, lending an edge to everyday dressing.
Key Details: Color Blocking, Drawstrings, Wide Legs, Pleats, Relaxed Fit, Contrasting Trim
Big Loud West: The name says it all. This trend combines Western details with standout contemporary and luxury elements. Fun, flirty touches complete the unmistakably unique look.
Key Details: Oversized Graphics, Metallics, Fringe, Brocade, Tie Necks, Animal Prints
Matrix: Think sleek, refined luxury – with minimal fuss. This trend easily transitions from day to night, asserting its edge through statement-making silhouettes.
Key Details: Oversized Jackets and Robes, Mesh, Neoprene, Asymmetrical Necklines, Solid Colors
Santa Catalina: Let’s escape to island waters, shall we? A relaxed selection of warm weather separates makes this your go-to resort-inspired trend.
Key Details: Cabana Stripes, Quirky Prints, Watercolor, Knots, Bandeau Tops, Wrap Skirts
Checkmate: Not for the faint of heart, this trend’s bold details inspire you to be outspoken, courageous and unapologetically wild in both work and play.
Key Details: Checks, Plaid, Bold Stripes and Prints, Laces, Sequins, Cargos, Mini Skirts
Western Apparel & Accessories Trends
Ciudad: Experience the vibrant energy of Mexico City through a trend that combines femininity at its peak with elements of the classic Matador uniform.
Key Details: Large-Scale Florals and Stripes, Patchwork, Brocade, Embroidery, Layered Accessories
Saloon: Inspired by the Old West, this look brings romance to the runway through a palette of soft pastels and delicate flourishes.
Key Details: Prairie Florals, Eyelet, Lace, Ruffles, Maxi Skirts, Puffed Sleeves, Handkerchief Hems
Children’s Apparel & Accessories Trends
Classically Street: Find this trend where dance class meets the streets. It’s the perfect look for creative kids who embrace that freestyle feeling with a touch of Uptown Funk.
Key Details: Color Blocking, Bold Stripes and Graphics, Positive Messages, Sweatshirts, Beanies
Dollywood: The next Nashville starlet brings country glam with tomboy flair to center stage. Dollywood rocks the best of the West with everyday wardrobe favorites.
Key Details: Plaid, Vintage Western Prints, Denim, Embroidery, Ruffles, Cowboy Hats, Bandanas
Line Credits:
Santa Fe: Reeves & Co. (WTC 15325), Line: Kut From The Kloth | Scott Blair Group (WTC 15214), Line: Rinku | D2 Drysdale (WTC 15452), Line: Sadie & Sage | Doug & Rhonda Taub (WTC 14634), Line: Angel Remium | Janette Plus (WTC 12-3109) | Seven Threads (WTC 15216), Line: ORB | Unpublished
Accessories: Sally Davison & Jamie Slye (WTC 13325)
Suburban Chill: Pam Kramer (WTC 15549), Line: Iris Setlakwe, Accs: Rhoda Katz (WTC 13264)| Scott Blair Group (WTC 15214), Line: Numph, Accs: SMG Showroom (WTC13256) | Stewart Prosser (WTC 14408), Line: BNCI & Smash! | Leonard Shockey (WTC 14559), Line: 209 WST 38, Accs: SMG Showroom (WTC 13256) | Colletta (WTC 15454), Line: Lunk, Vacate & See U Soon, Accs: Rhoda Katz (WTC 13264) | Scott Blair Group (WTC 15214), Line: Rinku | Numph
Big Loud West: Contemp: Endless Rose (WTC 15254), Western: Kurtmen (WTC 13254) | Contemp: Colletta (WTC 15258), Western: Double D Ranch (WTC 14595) | Contemp: Indigo Agency (WTC 15410), Western: Double D Ranch (WTC 14595) | Contemp: Robert Graham (WTC 15818), Western: Scully (WTC 14387) | Contemporary: Why Dress, Western: Hatco Resistol (WTC 14111) | Contemp: Leonard Shockey (WTC14559), Western: Hatco Resistol (WTC 14111)
Matrix: Endless Rose (WTC 15264), Line: Grey Lab | Stewart Prosser (WTC 14408), Line: Smash!, Accs: ZENZII (WTC 13280) | Raphael & Associates (WTC 14606), Line: Helen Jon & Seafolly | Scott Harner (WTC 15343), Line: Donna Mizani, Accs: D2 Drysdale (WTC 15452) |Julian Change (WTC 15745) | Scott Harner (WTC 15343), Line: Donna Mizani, Accs: ZENZII (WTC 13280)
Santa Catalina: Z&L Europe (WTC 13-707) | Liz White (WTC 15755), Line: Bitte Kai Rand | Endless Rose (WTC 15254), Line: English Factory, Accs: Brad Hughes (WTC 15727) | Colletta (WTC 15454), Line: Lunik, Accs: Rhoda Khatz (WTC 13264) | Endless Rose (WTC 15254), Line: English Factory, Accs: Brad Hughes (WTC 15727) | D2 Drysdale (WTC 15637), Line: Mink Pink | Accs: Rhoda Katz (WTC 13264)
Checkmate: Brad Hughes (WTC 15727), Line: Alberto Makali, Accs: Rosanne Saginaw (WTC 13696) |Indigo Agency (WTC 15410), Line: Rock Revival | Lori Veith (WTC 15658), Line: Marisa Baratelli | Dex Plus (WTC 13-812) | Endless Rose (WTC 15254) | Julian Chang (WTC 15745), Accs; SMG Showroom (WTC 13256)
Ciudad: Fashion Express (WTC 12-1111), Boots: Miss Macie Boots (WTC 13-409) | Immediate Resource (WTC 14745), Boots: Dan Post Boot (WTC 14155) | Lori Veith (WTC 15658), Hat: Kurtmen (WTC 13254) | Scully (WTC 14387), Boots: Liberty Black Boots (WTC 15387) | Reeves and Company (WTC 15325), Boots: Lane (WTC 14393) | Scott Harner (WTC 15343), Hat: Hatco Resistol (WTC 14111), Boots: Dan Post Boot (WTC 14155)
Saloon: JUDY! JUDY! JUDY (WTC 14573), Boots: Miss Macie Boots (WTC 13-409), Necklace: Barbosa (WTC 14363) | Endless Rose (WTC 15254), Boots: Lane (WTC 14393), Necklace: Barbosa (WTC 14363) | Tasha Polizzi (WTC 14399), Boots: Miss Macie Boots (WTC 13-409), Necklace: Barbosa (WTC 14363) | Scully (WTC 14387), Boots: Miss Macie Boots (WTC 13-409) |Upland Bespoke (WTC 12-4310), Boots: Corral Boot Co. (WTC 14334), Necklace: Barbosa (WTC 14363) | Pat Dahnke (WTC 14153), Boots: Corral Boot Co. (WTC 14334), Necklace: Barbosa (WTC 14363)