Obsession

Dark Colours – the Commercial Highlights

The GDS colour theme Obsession is considered to be very promising in commercial terms. Dark, shady-black colours – also in combination with pure black – create a highly commercial look across the board. Favourites in the series are blood reds and reddish violets. The tones look ever new on the most varied of surfaces – which can be matt, smooth, soft, robust or textured breaking up the dark feel to great effect.

The design is clean, straight-lined and minimalist, austere to hyper feminine and sometimes a bit dramatic. Key details include sculptural elements, draping, flounces, ingenious little pleats, different degrees of shine, contrasts thanks to the material mix and new gothic and biker elements. The materials used here include shiny and patent leathers and suede with hip textiles like lace, knits and jerseys.

Lots of options in terms of shape: boots feature prominently in all heights – right through to extra-long over-the-knee styles – and all widths – softly crumpled, slightly loose in cut or tight sitting. Styles with high-sitting fronts remain in evidence featuring as closed or lace-up variations. Platforms and wedges are more virtuous and heels are wide and noticeable. Sporty, comfortable court shoes are must-haves.