Digitisation
AW 22/23 Trend Radically Hopeful
AW 22/23 Trend Radically Hopeful
The guiding theme and dedicated focus for Autumn.Winter 22/23 at MUNICH FABRIC START celebrates and perpetuates the meaningful connection to unite the industry under the seasonal title ‘RISE’.
New perspectives bring us closer together and give rise to dreams, visions and collections that brighten and uplift our world. Emotion is infused in our future as we seek out joy and comfort with a warmed sense of connection. To get started, let us briefly introduce you to the 5 trend themes, which are also represented in the DIGITAL TREND SPACE as 5 distinct exhibition rooms:
SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT – We are becoming inclusive, while entirely new design possibilities open up – functionally, socially and aesthetically.
MIXED REALITIES – As we travel and use the World Wide Web more and more intensively, “IRL” and “virtual” merge into a new phygital world.
FIRESTARTER – Design inspiration from gloomy techno clubs ignite protests in the mainstream.
COUNTRY PARTY – Luxury and design are travelling in the luggage for the weekend in the countryside.
RADICALLY HOPEFUL – When we think “eco” instead of “economy”, we can achieve a holistic, sustainable goal together.
RISE Trend Theme: RADICALLY HOPEFUL
There is no choice but to rethink, feel, plan, define and implement the system anew. Optimistic realists, scientists and doers who radically improve the environment. In the world and in the collections, there is plenty of room for circular and holistic sustainability through radicalism. Supply chains and product transparency become ambassadors to raising awareness and education. Global contexts are turned around with joy, enthusiasm and other people. Designing for multi-function is one of the goals; fabrics, fixings, styles and collections are repurposed and made more modular. Less is more, reusable is more and conscious consumption is more.
MOOD
Designers are radically adding more and more space in their collections to circular, sustainable and holistic solutions. Half-thought-out concepts or greenwashing no longer meet the demands of customers (and many brands). It doesn’t matter whether up-and-coming designers work with passion on upcycling ideas or large corporations develop alternative materials, what brings them together is their common goal.
COLOUR
Warm honey and amber colours are at the centre of this calm and balanced colour palette. Whether matt or glossy, they are not only used as accent colours but also play the main role in large pieces. Next to it sits light purple as an accent and shirt colour. The palette is softened by timeless tones such as rough olive and grey as well as a classic navy blue.
FASHION
Patching is one of the most direct and transparent ways of upcycling. Here, second-hand pieces are cut up and lovingly reassembled into unique pieces. Other designers take on collection surpluses and create entire ranges of new trousers, jackets or skirts from them. In any case, it is an elaborate process that produces exclusively unique pieces. But hasn’t exclusivity always been allowed to have its price?
MATERIALS
Classic, hard-wearing winter fabrics such as gabardines, herringbone, tricot and denim get an upgrade. By making supply chains and the origin of materials transparent, they turn into ambassadors for raising awareness and for education. At the same time, timeless designs such as English checks, Scottish tweeds and traditional Norwegian knits gain importance in a theme focused on longevity.
Prints and graphics reflect the optimism of the theme in hand-drawn illustrations and cheerful slogans. They work particularly well on high-quality, structured fabrics made from natural materials or recycled canvas. Cork, dried grass and low-quality cotton waste emphasise the strength and stability of natural fibres and they are absolutely sufficient future alternatives for hangtags & co.
Impressions from the AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23 TREND FORUM at MUNICH FABRIC START
ENTER AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23
There is an enormous need for real contact again and we now meet in a ‘phygital’ space which exists between the physical and digital worlds. We strive to come together again, to see each other and use our tactile senses. With this, we find new ways to connect and pave the way for positive, hopetimistic progress, because this is the only way forward.
To bridge the gap between physical and digital interaction we have created this 3D digital trend space for you to explore.
AW 22/23 Trend Country Party
AW 22/23 Trend Country (P)arty
The guiding theme and dedicated focus for Autumn.Winter 22/23 at MUNICH FABRIC START celebrates and perpetuates the meaningful connection to unite the industry under the seasonal title ‘RISE’.
New perspectives bring us closer together and give rise to dreams, visions and collections that brighten and uplift our world. Emotion is infused in our future as we seek out joy and comfort with a warmed sense of connection. To get started, let us briefly introduce you to the 5 trend themes, which are also represented in the DIGITAL TREND SPACE as 5 distinct exhibition rooms:
SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT – We are becoming inclusive, while entirely new design possibilities open up – functionally, socially and aesthetically.
MIXED REALITIES – As we travel and use the World Wide Web more and more intensively, “IRL” and “virtual” merge into a new phygital world.
FIRESTARTER – Design inspiration from gloomy techno clubs ignite protests in the mainstream.
COUNTRY PARTY – Luxury and design are travelling in the luggage for the weekend in the countryside.
RADICALLY HOPEFUL – When we think “eco” instead of “economy”, we can achieve a holistic, sustainable goal together.
RISE Trend Theme: COUNTRY (P)ARTY
The land here is more than pure recreation, it serves as a source of inspiration. Not so much nature itself, but the open space. The city has lost its appeal in the short term and the longing to party, dance and dress up is easier to do outdoors with lots of people here. Crystal glasses are packed as well as the openness, creative expression and power. Elegant fabrics, sequins, decorative ribbons and ornate ingredients meet farmhouse baggies and impromptu floral tablecloth dresses. Energetic colours with a touch of retro charm and patterns with theatrical expressions come into their own in a new and humorous way in rural settings.
MOOD
It is no longer the rustic, simple houses in the countryside that fascinate. Luxury and design have long been part of the luggage transported to the countryside on weekends. Old cottages, farmhouses or chateaux are lovingly restored and renovated to a high standard. Between nostalgia, decadence and landscape, one thing, in particular, found a new home here: an innovative and creative lust for the countryside.
COLOUR
Lust for life, lust for the countryside, that doesn’t just mean lust for celebration, it also means lust for colour. The colour card is inspired by hypnotic sunsets and lush flower fields. Intense pink, yellow and rich dark red reflect these floral colours. Pastel accents are set by ripe peach tones; old pink berry colours mattify the palette. Grey tones in melanges, as well as strong cobalt blue and duck green, are used as a wintry base.
FASHION
Who says there can’t be sparkles in the countryside? When the sequin skirt meets the checked shirt, a whole new idea of glamour emerges. Celebrating fashion means putting it into new, creative contexts. Expressive outfits rise from particularly surprising combinations that combine urban chic with an antique check. That’s what we celebrate!
MATERIALS
Why can’t it be fur sometimes, like our ancestors wore? It can be lush, ironic and definitely made of artificial fibres that can be used to create a wonderful play of colours. And why not give a quilted jacket a glam update with shiny satin? But avoid an overload: Small patterned wool jacquards and checks keep suits and coats stylish. There’s no skimping on woven ribbons and playful borders when it comes to accessories.
When the floral power of the 60s and 70s meets the clean geometric lines of Art Deco, the results are striking floral prints that remind one a little of vintage collector’s cups. From macro blossoms to millefleurs prints, patterns bloom on dark or coloured fonts on façonné. Voluminous ajourés, crepe satin and wild silk in calm tones go beautifully with this.
Impressions from the AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23 TREND FORUM at MUNICH FABRIC START
ENTER AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23
There is an enormous need for real contact again and we now meet in a ‘phygital’ space which exists between the physical and digital worlds. We strive to come together again, to see each other and use our tactile senses. With this, we find new ways to connect and pave the way for positive, hopetimistic progress, because this is the only way forward.
To bridge the gap between physical and digital interaction we have created this 3D digital trend space for you to explore.
AW 22/23 Trend Firestarter
AW 22/23 Trend Firestarter
The guiding theme and dedicated focus for Autumn.Winter 22/23 at MUNICH FABRIC START celebrates and perpetuates the meaningful connection to unite the industry under the seasonal title ‘RISE’.
New perspectives bring us closer together and give rise to dreams, visions and collections that brighten and uplift our world. Emotion is infused in our future as we seek out joy and comfort with a warmed sense of connection. To get started, let us briefly introduce you to the 5 trend themes, which are also represented in the DIGITAL TREND SPACE as 5 distinct exhibition rooms:
SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT – We are becoming inclusive, while entirely new design possibilities open up – functionally, socially and aesthetically.
MIXED REALITIES – As we travel and use the World Wide Web more and more intensively, “IRL” and “virtual” merge into a new phygital world.
FIRESTARTER – Design inspiration from gloomy techno clubs ignite protests in the mainstream.
COUNTRY PARTY – Luxury and design are travelling in the luggage for the weekend in the countryside.
RADICALLY HOPEFUL – When we think “eco” instead of “economy”, we can achieve a holistic, sustainable goal together.
RISE Trend Theme: FIRESTARTER
Rebelliously standing up for what is good with the courage to confront – fashionable as well as ideologically – motivated to act. Protective clothing in a new understanding – against external influences, both climatic and emotional are visibly flaunted by stylised power and oversized looks. Fashion incendiaries ignite with provocative chic and super loud bling-bling trimmings and accessories. Ego and community celebrate a rebellious bond together with aggressive statements and prints. Black and grey are fired up by loud reds and purples.
MOOD
Fashionable incendiaries find their inspiration in the worlds between. Memories of parties in the underground, visiting a virtual rave space or streaming a DJ set are enough to ignite visions of provocative outfits with super loud glitter trimmings and accessories. With minimal lighting, their expressive bling-bling sparkles even louder. What is worn and shown here is a little bit posh and very exclusive.
COLOUR
Warm and cold shades of grey are lost in the shadows of the underground, as if they like camouflage colours. Black in particular, which has lost nothing of its popularity, plays with the ambivalence between disappearing into the crowd and aggressive provocation. The non-colours black, grey and white are fired up with loud red and purple. Smoky blue and dark brown add softness to the palette and combine it into a chic colour range.
FASHION
Spacious outfits, in which several layers of oversized pieces are worn on top of each other, provide a lot of space and a safe distance from the outside world. Sometimes so many layers, that the limits of the ban on concealment are reached. Long, loose coats and ultra-thick down are only the outer shell of a multilayered outfit.
MATERIALS
The bigger the arc of suspense, the stronger the tension? Here, this assertion is put to the test when classic outer fabrics like pepita, glen check or vintage vichy are combined with high-tech stretch. A truly exciting combination, bursting with power. Heavily washed-out denim and sweatshirt fabrics are combined to form a casual base for young protesters.
Have a look again? Whether strategically placed holes, fake destruction effects or mesh qualities: The game of concealing and revealing is used to great effect here. What happens to a luxury bag when it is “decorated” with large holes? Does it become worthless? More valuable? In any case, it becomes accessible to a target group that has outgrown luxury in the classic sense.
Impressions from the AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23 TREND FORUM at MUNICH FABRIC START
ENTER AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23
There is an enormous need for real contact again and we now meet in a ‘phygital’ space which exists between the physical and digital worlds. We strive to come together again, to see each other and use our tactile senses. With this, we find new ways to connect and pave the way for positive, hopetimistic progress, because this is the only way forward.
To bridge the gap between physical and digital interaction we have created this 3D digital trend space for you to explore.
AW 22/23 Trend Mixed Realities
AW 22/23 Trend Mixed Realities
The guiding theme and dedicated focus for Autumn.Winter 22/23 at MUNICH FABRIC START celebrates and perpetuates the meaningful connection to unite the industry under the seasonal title ‘RISE’.
New perspectives bring us closer together and give rise to dreams, visions and collections that brighten and uplift our world. Emotion is infused in our future as we seek out joy and comfort with a warmed sense of connection. To get started, let us briefly introduce you to the 5 trend themes, which are also represented in the DIGITAL TREND SPACE as 5 distinct exhibition rooms:
SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT – We are becoming inclusive, while entirely new design possibilities open up – functionally, socially and aesthetically.
MIXED REALITIES – As we travel and use the World Wide Web more and more intensively, “IRL” and “virtual” merge into a new phygital world.
FIRESTARTER – Design inspiration from gloomy techno clubs ignite protests in the mainstream.
COUNTRY PARTY – Luxury and design are travelling in the luggage for the weekend in the countryside.
RADICALLY HOPEFUL – When we think “eco” instead of “economy”, we can achieve a holistic, sustainable goal together.
RISE Trend Theme: MIXED REALITIES
The future is now! Artificial intelligence, 3D shops, 3D art, 3D textiles, 3D printing, augmented reality and its phygital spaces are becoming the new basis to explore and reflect. Aesthetic perceptions of digital styles, outfits and surfaces influence design and haptics in the real world. Digitalisation and especially digital gaming is awakening a strong trend towards a wide variety of technical surfaces and looks. The standard of faster and faster moving images and videos mixes with the longing for real technical materials and surfaces.
MOOD
Many meetings, fashion shows or even dates that we used to plan IRL (in real life) now take place online. But even without gathering hundreds of people, we meet, watch and stream amazing shows. Technology has stepped up to find solutions. We have modified large parts of our daily lives to now take place online. We have travelled the web intensively and feel more and more at home in virtual spaces
COLOUR
The iridescent colours of Mixed Realities condense between two worlds. Digital pastels appear light, exuding a technical softness. These soft, light tones define the colourfulness of the theme with a nebulous greyish pink, inductive silver, warm gold and a sulfur tone. Two sporty tones juxtapose the palette: technical turquoise and metallic jade. Depth and shade are added to the palette through a warm, dark smoky green.
FASHION
Like game characters who are not bound to physical limits, we are also longing for shapes that are not natural for a human body. But paddings, volume, avantgarde cuts and intelligent constructions will raise the illusion of a body that no longer follows its given restrictions. A choice and combination of digital colours and shiny surfaces add to the impression that human and avatar are merging.
MATERIALS
The desire for animated images and videos is reflected in new technical materials, among others. Holographic finishes and iridescent motifs create fluid surfaces and flowing qualities that dazzle and catch the eye. Gradients from technical pastels to pure white reflect the infinity of virtual worlds. They are inspired by digital gaming, a strong trend that connects online and offline.
Colourful, abstract prints are perfect expressions to merge the real and digital world. They work best on voluminous downs, fleeces and paddings. Instead of classic print motifs, large-scale, seemingly random gradients are patched onto the fabric. Holograms, mysterious motifs and batik prints experiment with new colourways.
Impressions from the AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23 TREND FORUM at MUNICH FABRIC START
ENTER AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23
There is an enormous need for real contact again and we now meet in a ‘phygital’ space which exists between the physical and digital worlds. We strive to come together again, to see each other and use our tactile senses. With this, we find new ways to connect and pave the way for positive, hopetimistic progress, because this is the only way forward.
To bridge the gap between physical and digital interaction we have created this 3D digital trend space for you to explore.
AW 22/23 Trend Same Same but Different
AW 22/23 Trend Same Same but Different
The guiding theme and dedicated focus for Autumn.Winter 22/23 at MUNICH FABRIC START celebrates and perpetuates the meaningful connection to unite the industry under the seasonal title ‘RISE’.
New perspectives bring us closer together and give rise to dreams, visions and collections that brighten and uplift our world. Emotion is infused in our future as we seek out joy and comfort with a warmed sense of connection. To get started, let us briefly introduce you to the 5 trend themes, which are also represented in the DIGITAL TREND SPACE as 5 distinct exhibition rooms:
SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT – We are becoming inclusive, while entirely new design possibilities open up – functionally, socially and aesthetically.
MIXED REALITIES – As we travel and use the World Wide Web more and more intensively, “IRL” and “virtual” merge into a new phygital world.
FIRESTARTER – Design inspiration from gloomy techno clubs ignite protests in the mainstream.
COUNTRY PARTY – Luxury and design are travelling in the luggage for the weekend in the countryside.
RADICALLY HOPEFUL – When we think “eco” instead of “economy”, we can achieve a holistic, sustainable goal together.
RISE Trend Theme: SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT
Multi-layered cosiness stands for a reassuring comfort, whether outdoors or indoors. The same design needs are emerging across cultures in simple and good basics. Inclusion is visible and celebrated across the board, both fashionably and socially. Two-tone patterns, colour palettes and optical accents are lovingly used in small doses. Value adding information such as material origins and transparency give simple, functional products the latest edge.
MOOD
Recently, the word global got a completely new sound. Where normally we travelled the globe, we are now globally united in the task of staying at home and staying safe. And everywhere, this situation gave rise to the need for a particular design. The desire rose for reliable, simple basics that stand for comfort, durability and a sense of cosiness – no matter where you are.
COLOUR
The modern colour palette bridges the gap between natural and technical tones. On a broad base of dark tones, such as hazelnut or autumn leaves, cool primary colours like sea blue, fir green and fire red with shimmering metallic effects appear and shine in different combinations. Brightness is added by a sun-bleached white and a wintry soft rosé tone. Digital chlorophyll adds surprising highlights.
FASHION
Multi-layered cosiness stands for reassuring comfort, whether outdoors or indoors. Simple, sporty styles don’t follow gender rules and are universally worn by everybody. Using a single or similar colours from head to toe gives outfits a clean look. The cuts in this casual theme are roomy and comfortable.
MATERIALS
The quest for comfort is fulfilled by fluffy bulk and slub yarns for knits and wovens that feel like a warm embrace. Woolly tweeds with traditional patterns exude familiarity and encase us. These warm body and soul alike. As functional basics, power jerseys made from both natural or technical fibres remain a key fabric.
Patterns become discreet, both in design and in colour. Clean checks in bicolour looks and classic pyjama stripes stay calmly within one colour family. Discreetly woven or printed camouflages and gradients come in toned-down colour combinations and play with shadow-like effects. Patterns do not miss their effect even in small doses.
Impressions from the AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23 TREND FORUM at MUNICH FABRIC START
ENTER AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23
There is an enormous need for real contact again and we now meet in a ‘phygital’ space which exists between the physical and digital worlds. We strive to come together again, to see each other and use our tactile senses. With this, we find new ways to connect and pave the way for positive, hopetimistic progress, because this is the only way forward.
To bridge the gap between physical and digital interaction we have created this 3D digital trend space for you to explore.
The New Textiles Economy
The New Textiles Economy, A Catalyst for Transformation?
AN INDUSTRY INSIGHT BY FASHNERD FOUNDER MUCHANETA KAPFUNDE.
Although textile businesses play a fundamental part in the global economy, future-proofing this somewhat rigid industry with new technologies is no small feat. The good news is that cutting-edge innovations now have more authority than ever before. No longer labelled as gimmicky, these actionable tech solutions represent a real-life potential to change the textile world’s processes, materials, and techniques for the better. Which brings us to the question, how can one become an active shaper in the new textiles economy?
A New Mindset Speeds up Implementation
With the pandemic still dictating how we do business, new technologies have become unlikely superheroes. Bringing about a new mindset to the fashion and textile industry, new innovations have been encouraging companies to seize the opportunity to shift their trajectory towards a new textiles economy. But what is the new textiles economy?
Driving positive change during these challenging times, the new textile economy promises long-term benefits built on the reuse, remake, and recycle models. Based on circular economy principles, Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s paper called ‘A new textiles economy: Redesigning Fashion’s Future’, defines the new textile economy as “regenerative and restorative”. Designed to “phase out the use of non-renewable resources”, the new textiles economy can minimise the adverse impact by significantly reducing resource usage during the production, while in use, and after-use phases.
An excellent example of a company speeding up implementation with a new mindset is Nike. Committed to phasing out non-renewable resources, Nike adopted the ‘Rewire’ approach, which is a supply-chain strategy based on “integration, incentives, and innovation”. It was a change that helped Nike propel sustainability to the forefront of their business strategy.
A Shared Vision Sets New Industry Standards
As the new textiles economy ushers in a different system level, a shared vision is emerging. Encouraging rapid acceleration within the textiles industry, the shared vision represents an opportunity for textile businesses to commit to disruptive partnerships that enable a more effective system-wide progress. Collaborations have not only been playing a vital role in stimulating strategies, but they have also made it possible for textile businesses to test new models at scale.
Setting new industry standards are companies like Reverse Resources. Described as the Uber of textile waste, Reverse Resources is a tracking and trading platform for textile waste that brings manufacturers and buyers together. Providing 360-degree transparency of the waste flows, Reverse Resources is one of many innovative companies taking critical action in supporting the new textiles economy by being an active shaper bringing about a systemic fix that supports structural change.
A Catalyst for Transformation?
Is the new textiles economy a catalyst for transformation? The answer is yes. The transformation of the textile industry is steering businesses towards a new textiles economy that is economically and environmentally better for everyone. Built on a shared vision and fueled by new technologies, the new textiles economy is excitingly ushering in a long-overdue evolutionary change of the linear system, which has been ripe for disruption for a very long time.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Founding editor-in-chief of FashNerd.com, Muchaneta has worked in the fashion industry for over 14 years. She is currently one of the leading influencers speaking and writing about the merger of fashion with technology and wearable technology.
Muchaneta Kapfunde | editor@fashnerd.com
5 Tech Trends Reshaping Apparel Manufacturing
5 TECH TRENDS RESHAPING THE FUTURE OF APPAREL MANUFACTURING
AN INDUSTRY INSIGHT BY FASHNERD FOUNDER MUCHANETA KAPFUNDE.
Transforming textile manufacturing and reshaping how the industry does business, new technologies are not only being adopted; they are trending. With various innovations on offer, here are the top five tech trends that have proven popular in helping apparel manufacturers create greater efficiency and build better relationships between producers, suppliers and customers.
1. Digitisation
It seems that digitisation in manufacturing really could be the perfect match. Defined by Gartner as “the use of digital technologies to change a business model and provide new revenue and value-producing opportunities”, digitisation is shifting manufacturing towards becoming a digital business.
Changing how products are designed, created, utilised and sustained, the digitisation of manufacturing has proven, to transform the operations, processes, and energy footprint of factories and supply chains while increasing opportunities in efficiency, productivity and accuracy in the textile industry.
2. Fashion on Demand
Yes technology can finally support the need for fashion on demand. Technology is revolutionising what fashion on demand means. Once regarded as uneconomical, on demand fashion was once seen as impossible to achieve on a larger scale. The good news is that this is no longer the case since technology is now at a level that can support the rise of made-to-order and made-to-measure.
Therefore, fashion and textile businesses that want to create an on-demand supply chain can turn to new software, like the one provided by companies like Unmade, a London based startup that has worked with the likes of Christopher Raeburn and Avery Dennison. Offering convenience, fashion on-demand has also proven beneficial for fashion brands like New York-based Prabal Gurung, who have made the shift and now 25% of all their orders are now made-to-order.
Another great example is the knitwear company, Ministry of Supply. They have reportedly tested 3D printing knitted blazers and dresses and allowed their customers to choose different styles and colours. Within two days, the items were ‘printed’ and sent to customers. So again, innovation could mean that a fashion on-demand product could be delivered in the same amount of time as most fast-fashion labels, now that is progress.
3. Robotics
Want to implement robotics into your textile manufacturing process? Then read on. Groundbreaking advancements in recent years have allowed robotics in the textile industry to progress to the point where development has become highly advantageous for textile manufacturers. Ripe for transformation, robotics are becoming less of an obstacle and more of a technology that can positively transform the textile industry for the better.
As the automation wave continues to take over textile manufacturing, companies like Sewbo provide innovative solutions that support the automation of apparel manufacturing. Sewbo’s solution has been created to allow manufacturers to create higher-quality clothing at lower costs while shortening supply chains and lessening the long lead times that hamper the fashion and apparel industries. By helping to reduce the complexity of today’s intricate global supply network, the great thing about Sewbo’s technology is that it is suitable for a wide range of manufacturing applications.
4. Machine Learning
A McKinsey report once stated that machine learning would reduce supply chain forecasting errors by 50% while also reducing lost sales by 65%. These numbers confirm that machine learning impacts textile manufacturing, especially in these three areas of business — operations, production, and post-production. Other great benefits of machine learning in manufacturing include improving product development, quality control, security and supply chain management.
Although some still argue that the technology is still in its infancy, those who have chosen to utilise machine learning fully have reduced their manufacturing costs and drastically improved product quality. Therefore, it is clear that using AI-powered systems in one’s manufacturing processes demonstrates that machine learning could bring numerous opportunities to enhance nearly every aspect of your business.
5. 3D Printing
Could 3D Printing be suitable for mass customisation? Well, some experts believe that 3D printing has the potential to help fashion and textile businesses who are looking to switch to an alternative customisable production method. Perhaps the biggest advantage of this type of tech tool is that it allows customisation choices to be implemented within the 3D file straight away before production.
If you are wondering whether there are any illustrative examples of fashion brands riding the mass customisation wave with 3D printing, the excellent news is that there is. Showing the way was the collaboration between Stratasys x Ganit Goldstein. Their partnership explored the melding of the traditional method with the latest 3D printing technology. “This is still a relatively new domain; we need to challenge ourselves to envision the next steps and to embrace this new design freedom to open up its true frontiers,” explained Naomi Kaempfer, Creative Director of Art, Design and Fashion at Stratasys.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Founding editor-in-chief of FashNerd.com, Muchaneta has worked in the fashion industry for over 14 years. She is currently one of the leading influencers speaking and writing about the merger of fashion with technology and wearable technology.
Muchaneta Kapfunde | editor@fashnerd.com
SS 2022 Material Highlights: Floral Impressions
Floral Impressions
Spring.Summer 2022 Material Highlights
Our trend team takes a look at the diverse and vast selection of floral fabrics and selects the highlights for the Spring.Summer 22 seasonal showcase.
VIBRANT BLOOMS
COLOUR WASHES / LAYERS OF DETAIL / PAINTED EFFECTS / WATER MARKS / HEAVY BRUSH MARKS / MULTI COLOUR PALETTE / LARGE SCALE / DRAPING / SMOOTH SURFACES / SILKY
TOILE DE JOUY A FLEUR
RAISED TEXTURES / SHADE OF BLUE / TWO TONE MAX / COLD WHITES / SOPHISTICATED KNITS / SATURATED PRINTS / ORGANIC OUTLINES / BURN OUTS / FINE DETAILING
SS 2022 Material Highlights: Black and White
Black and White
Spring.Summer 2022 Material Highlights
A selection of the latest printed and woven fabrics pushing the limits in black and white as part of the Spring.Summer 22 exhibitor showcases at Munich Fabric Start.
BLACK & WHITE
GO BIG OR GO SMALL / ORGANIC OR LINEAR / EMPHASIZE CONTRAST / WARM GREY TONES / OFF WHITE / INSPIRED BY NATURE / SMOOTH TEXTURES OR RAISED FLOCKING / BLACK AND WHITE ON TRANSPARENT GROUNDS
SS 2022 Material Highlights: Glitz and Glam
Glitz and Glam
Spring.Summer 2022 Material Highlights
Spring.Summer 22 experiments with new qualities in comfort, here the Munich Fabric Start trend team has chosen their favorites from the latest seasonal showcase.
GLITZ AND GLAM
SPECKS IN THE WEFT / SHIMMERING MOVEMENT / SIMPLE WEAVE STRUCTURES / BEIGE NEUTRALS / PLAIN KNITS / SUBTLE / EMBEDDED NOT EMBELLISHED / LIGHT WEIGHT / DESIGN FOR DRAPE / SKIN SHINES THROUGH
