Wisteria, cherry blossoms, lotus and chrysanthemums bloom, Japanese maple, bamboo grass and hemp leaves grow, and interlaced bamboo and basketweaves fortify grounds in miso browns. Peonies galore attract butterflies as waves and rocks draw the powerful carp. The global village encourages prints that are rich, real and right from ancient Asian indigos and Japanese kimonos to Americana themes and African tribals. Stripes and optics twist and turn every which way as proof of living color and lively pattern for Summer 2002. Strong color combinations in tonal and multi as well as spectator looks are key.
Scales range from small ditzies to medium or blown-up loose florals and tropicals.
Adam Read, The Colorfield Hot tropicals and bright flowers are key colors approach neon intensity. Indigo blues, stars and stripes are in an Americana mood. Avi Iny, Avi Iny Designs Summer 2002 is all about simplicity and an emphasis on fantastically fresh color combinations, whether interpreted into a tropical, stripe , geometric or floral. Shari Tanaka, Design Works International Japanese Kimonos inspire flowy movements as well as textures and geometrics. New camouflage looks continue softened by florals.