Trend Forecasting: MODA Physical

MODA Physical
Metaphysical: Past, Present, Future
​FW 2016

MODA Physical addresses the metaphysical essence of existence, seeking to unveil the nature of being and the world that encompasses it. This existence is abstracted through wisdom, consciousness, and intuition via past, present, and future. The juxtaposition of the dynamic against the static of the past induces an unexpected beauty, while mystical romance evokes the lore of nature and fantasy. Stimulated by nature and meditation in the present, space and time evoke an effortless consciousness of thought and self. The search for truth, belief, and justification counterbalances the fragility of the unknown natural world in the future, evoking supernatural responses in the quest for clarity and distinction. It is only through the evolution and acceptance of wisdom, conscious, and intuition that a true state of existence can be achieved.

wisdom : past : cosmology
“The only true wisdom is knowing you know nothing.” Socrates
          Dark matter and dark energy ignite the sensual mystery of cosmology in wisdom. Embodied in dark, opaque color combinations of blues, reds, and browns, unexpected beauty is induced by the juxtaposition of the dynamic against the static of the past. Embellished details, dimensional embroidery, and enchanting shimmer evoke a mystical romance. The lore of nature and fantasy is visible in plush textures and luxurious shines. Organic textures create layers of complex dimension in shape and volume, symbolic of the universal origin and evolution.

consciousness : present : ontology 
“I think therefore I am. [Cogito ergo sum.]” René Descartes
          Light and airy earthly elements support the essence of ontology in consciousness. Semi-transparent silhouettes and ultra-soft volumes present an effortless awareness of reality and the senses. Translucent and organic color combinations of diffused pinks and neutral hues are inspired by nature and meditation and recall the quieting air of dawn. Ultra-thin, weightless materials with airy finishes, flowy details, and soft shapes embody space and time. The nature of being evokes the presence of thought and self.

intuition : future : epistemology
“When we look out in space, we look back in time.” David N. Spergel
          The search for truth, belief, and justification evolve into a futuristic epistemology in intuition. A cool, minimalist aesthetic counterbalances the fragility of the unknown natural world. Omniscience, skepticism, and imagination expose a mix of patterns and proportion play. Crisp folds and tailored shapes build luxurious architectural dimension. Lustrous, metallic shines and embossed textures surprise otherwise naïve geometric shapes. Angular volumes and amplified silhouettes evoke supernatural, trance-like responses in the quest for clarity and distinction.