Over the last few years we have seen a rising number of fashion products inspired by video games. The fashion community understands the gaming crowd’s loyalty to their favourite characters. It is therefore not a surprise that they have continued to churn out different patterns and accessories inspired by a wide range of video games.
Contemporary fashion designers take inspiration from a wide range of gaming genre, from gaming platforms like bingosweets.com and other bingo sites to the latest games console games.
In some cases the fashion giants are drafted into the making of the video games. This means the outfits to be used are originally designed by the chosen fashion giant. Either way, fashion lovers and fans of the particular game are in for a treat.
Here are some examples of fashion inspired by video games:
Hollywood fashion
Kim Kardashian’s game is undoubtedly one of the leading providers of inspiration in the fashion world today. Karl Largerfeld and Olivier Rousteing have continued to churn out garments and accessories for the game, and based on the game. Kim Kardahsian, founder of the game, has equally modelled some nice Balmain gowns in the game.
Moschino
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Super Mario Brothers game Jeremy Scott at Moschino set out some fashionable updates to the characters on some of their products. From sweatshirts to handbags, Mario, Luigi, Toad etc. all looked perfectly at home; and pretty fashionable.
Prada
At Prada’s Fall/Autumn 2012 event, there were several outfits featuring hair and makeup inspired by the heroines of a wide range of video games. From that time these outfits have left their mark on the fashion world.
Raf Simon’s Jil Sander
Raf Simon’s Jil Sander collection from 2010 was directly inspired by Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. The fashion range featured different versions of Lara Croft’s wardrobe. From casual to corporate casual outfits, lovers of the heroine have befitting outfits that allow them to relive the game anytime.
Gile’s
In Gile’s Spring 2009 event, models sported outfits that were inspired by Pac-Man. Some of the outfits included face-obscuring ghost marks, oversize headpieces, and dresses patterned with icons from this all-time arcade hall of famer.
Anrealage collection
At Tokyo Fashion Week Kunihiko Morinaga launched the Anrealage collection. This was inspired by 8-bit gaming software. The interesting outfits received positive reviews.
Karl Lagerfield Grand Theft Outfit
Karl appeared as a radio show host with a devilish personality in Grand Theft Auto IV. Whilst the actor nailed the character with great voiceovers and has become very popular, the outfit has remained a hit too.
Cassette Playa collection
In 2007, Cassette Playa put out a collection inspired by Sonic the Hedgehog during the London Fashion Week. Some of the casual clothing launched by the line has remained popular within contemporary clothing circles. Watch out for it!
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