The ways in which inspiration is derived is always intriguing. For F/W 2013 designers offered WWD a glimpse into where it all began, before their trend-setting designs are sent down the runway. Mystery, military regiments, music and Americana are just some of the moody notions that sparked creative imaginations this season.
(Images and Inspirations: Clockwise from top left)
“Life through rose-colored glasses.” — Thom Browne
“Hidden beneath.” — Zac Posen
“Assemblage.” — Michael and Nicole Colovos, Helmut Lang
“Positive and negative, strength and ease.” — Alexa Adams and Flora Gill, Ohne Titel
“Smoldering” — Jason Wu
“High contrast.” — Peter Som

(Images and Inspirations: Clockwise from top left)
“Mystery.” — Yigal Azrouël
“Regiment.” — Prabal Gurung
“Fall 2013 is inspired by movement.” — Kate and Laura Mulleavy, Rodarte
“I am thinking about travel and camouflage.” — Mona Kowalska, A Détacher
“She followed two or three blocks behind, keeping a close eye on his progress through the shadowy street. She pulled her coat tighter as she paused at the corner. It was beginning to rain.” — Rachel Comey













