WGSN Trend Forecasting for SS23 and AW 23/2
11:15am - 12:15pm
WGSN, the world's leading consumer trend forecaster, uses global trend insights, expertly curated data and industry expertise to help brands create products with confidence and trade at the right time.
This presentation will forecast the Lifestyle & Interiors market for SS23 and AW 23/24, sharing spatial design directions, key colours, materials, finishes and emerging trends within decorative accessories, while analysing the changing behaviours and lifestyles of the modern consumer.
Duration: 60 minutes, including time for Q&A.
Chair
Joan Johnston
Founder, Ava Innes / Fashion, Craft & Textile Sector Specialist, XpoNorth
Joan Johnston has over 20 years’ experience working with global luxury brands in senior creative and commercial roles. From creative design and board director, to business owner and university programme leader, Joan’s wealth of knowledge and expertise encompasses concept development through the design process, to high end client-centred promotion online and service delivery. Most recently Joan has developed an innovative sustainable bedding range using the by-product of the cashmere industry, launched under premium brand Ava Innes.
Joan is the Fashion, Craft and Textile Specialist for XpoNorth.
Speakers
Jacqueline Wong
Driven by trends, culture, and creativity, Jacqueline is a consultant focused on dissecting consumer behaviour and market research into valuable insights to help clients strategise growth and future-proof businesses.
Jacqueline brings a global perspective into her work, leveraging her multicultural upbringing and work experience. With a background in physics and fashion, Jacqueline seeks to bridge the quantitative and qualitative to challenge lateral thinking and create meaning, often pushing boundaries to create unexpected solutions.
