H&M offers sustainability and fashion, not one or the other. Watch Ann-Sofie Johansson, Head of Design at H&M and Helena Helmersson, Head of Sustainability at H&M talk more about fashion and sustainability.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9nDkoKpIys
The Swedes at H&M have been hard at
work and after having been pinned down by Greenpeace for the toxic
chemicals in their clothing, they are stepping into fall with a new,
sustainable collection.
Every piece in the new Conscious
Collection is made of more sustainable materials, from organic cotton
or linen to recycled wool and organic hemp.
The silhouette is
feminine and the pieces are luxuriously embellished, from the
embroidered wool coats to the prettiest lace blouse, as well as floral
print dresses and shoes.
There are also some exclusive home decor pieces made from more sustainable materials, including a printed throw and pillows.
The
fall lineup takes inspiration from the “sweet romance of Swedish
folklore,” according to Ann-Sofie Johansson, head of design at H&M.
“The silhouette is feminine and the pieces are luxuriously embellished,”
she says.
Sunday, 6 January 2013
Books about Textile Innivation
There are following three books recommended, each providing a different perspective, each inspiring in a unique way.
Extreme Textiles
This book is so beautiful you will surely want it for your coffee table!
The front cover has the words “Extreme Textiles” punched out of thick
cover stock and the void is backed with a sheet of sail cloth. And the
inside is equally delectable with more than 200 images of radical
applications ranging from racing sails to aerospace garments.
Included are six essays by specialists in the field of architecture,
design and textile engineering, showing us how textiles have and will
continue to create the cutting edge of design and engineering.
These six essays focus on unique functional properties; lighter, faster, stronger, etc. They feature case studies showing how textiles are changing the design of categories such as sailing and military protective garments. This book was published by Princeton Architectural Press.
Techno Textiles: Revolutionary Fabrics for Fashion and Design
By Sarah Braddock and Marie O’Mahony. This book is a slightly smaller book which provides an overview of contemporary
textile design and innovation. The newest textiles, especially those
from Great Britain and Japan, are the fusion of art, design, engineering
and science; technology meets the personal expression of an individual
artist. While Extreme Textiles focuses on performance and gives a nod to
aesthetics, Techno Textiles has reversed the priorities. The textiles
here are far more decorative, more flamboyantly dimensional, and far
more colorful. Originally published in 1999, Thames & Hudson
recently re-released this title as the interest in materials for design,
fashion, art and architecture continues to grow.
Textile Innovation: Traditional, Modern and Smart Textiles
By Ros Hibbert. This is a smaller volume than the other two, containing
only 90 pages which are spiral bound. This black and white printed
edition reads much like collegiate course required reading – the sort of
thing your very academic professor puts together – but what a fabulous
resource! In many ways, it is the most technically useful of the three,
concerning itself more with specific facts about fibers and fabrics than
their aesthetics or their influence. It speaks to the technology of a
material more than the culture created by it.
Extreme Textiles
These six essays focus on unique functional properties; lighter, faster, stronger, etc. They feature case studies showing how textiles are changing the design of categories such as sailing and military protective garments. This book was published by Princeton Architectural Press.
Techno Textiles: Revolutionary Fabrics for Fashion and Design
Textile Innovation: Traditional, Modern and Smart Textiles
Friday, 4 January 2013
Sustainable Textiles
SUSTAINABILITY IN TEXTILES
Sustainability issues permeate everything we do. They influence our own internal 'housekeeping' and day to day internal activities in the studio, while we encourage, inform and assist our clients to act in a socially, morally and environmentally correct manner. Sustainability is also a major feature of Ros Hibbert's writing for WGSN. Ros examines how environmental issues impact on the world of textiles, denim and jeanswear, the problems raised when putting them into practice and pathways for positive progression.
LINE is a specialised consultancy service to the textile industry. Based in London, our small but knowlegable and expert team offer services tailored to the individual needs of our clients, to inform, inspire and innovate.
http://www.lineconsultants.com
Lecture Silk
Silk
This protein based animal fibre is known for its aesthetic appeal and luxurious qualities.
Genetic manipulation can create finer and longer fibres, and inbuilt colour.
Wild silk from South Africa provides a sustainable income for rural populations.
Strong fine silk fibres are used in the medical world, cosmetic products, paper making, insulation and thermal underwear.
Silk is a natural protein fibre, some forms of which can be woven into textiles. The protein fibre of silk is composed mainly of fibroin and produced by certain insect larvae to form cocoons. The best-known type of silk is obtained from the cocoons of the larvae of the mulberry silkworm Bombyx mori reared in captivity. The shimmering appearance of silk is due to the triangular prism-like structure of the silk fibre, which allows silk cloth to refract incoming light at different angles, thus producing different colors.
Pure silk
This protein based animal fibre is known for its aesthetic appeal and luxurious qualities.
Genetic manipulation can create finer and longer fibres, and inbuilt colour.
Wild silk from South Africa provides a sustainable income for rural populations.
Strong fine silk fibres are used in the medical world, cosmetic products, paper making, insulation and thermal underwear.
Silk is a natural protein fibre, some forms of which can be woven into textiles. The protein fibre of silk is composed mainly of fibroin and produced by certain insect larvae to form cocoons. The best-known type of silk is obtained from the cocoons of the larvae of the mulberry silkworm Bombyx mori reared in captivity. The shimmering appearance of silk is due to the triangular prism-like structure of the silk fibre, which allows silk cloth to refract incoming light at different angles, thus producing different colors.
Lecture Luxury Hair Fibres
Luxury Hair Fibres
The most expensive and highly prized fibres in the textile world are obtained from animals living in cold climates,
These hollow hair fibres are excellent thermal insulators and have a soft handle.
Naturally gathered moult hair from farmed fox and mink can be spun and used for excusive knitted, woven or felt products.
Muskox, opussum, rabbit, camel, vicuna and cashmere kel goats all supply luxury fibre.
Winter 2012 “Lusso Luminoso” collection by Gasparre Cashmere which never ceases to baffle us with its uncompromisable quality pieces made of butter feather-light soft pure white cashmere from the Kel goat, only found in remote high altitude regions of Central Asia.
The most expensive and highly prized fibres in the textile world are obtained from animals living in cold climates,
These hollow hair fibres are excellent thermal insulators and have a soft handle.
Naturally gathered moult hair from farmed fox and mink can be spun and used for excusive knitted, woven or felt products.
Muskox, opussum, rabbit, camel, vicuna and cashmere kel goats all supply luxury fibre.
Winter 2012 “Lusso Luminoso” collection by Gasparre Cashmere which never ceases to baffle us with its uncompromisable quality pieces made of butter feather-light soft pure white cashmere from the Kel goat, only found in remote high altitude regions of Central Asia.
Lecture Comfort and ease
Comfort and ease
Comfort, fit, ease of movement and crease recovery are imparted by stretch fibres.
Lycra & Dow XLA are branded elastic fibres.
Mechanical crimped yarns from syntjetic fibres provide a gentier comfort stretch.
Power stretch for sportswear assists performance.
Medical applications include assisting blood flow and reducing burn scarring.
Comfort, fit, ease of movement and crease recovery are imparted by stretch fibres.
Lycra & Dow XLA are branded elastic fibres.
Mechanical crimped yarns from syntjetic fibres provide a gentier comfort stretch.
Power stretch for sportswear assists performance.
Medical applications include assisting blood flow and reducing burn scarring.
Comfort and ease are the keys to senior clothing.
Comfort and adaptive clothes first made their appearance in nursing homes. Caregivers found it helpful when dressing someone who is bedridden or uses a wheelchair. These outfits are also great for people in the nursing home for rehab – from a stroke or broken hip. They’re easier for staff to dress residents quickly. They’re also the perfect clothing for seniors to pull on or up when they’re first learning to care for themselves again after an illness or injury. Now the trend has branched out to assisted living and memory care facilities as well.
http://www.sassyscrubs.com/blog/2012/04/19/comfort-and-ease-are-the-keys-to-senior-clothing/
Lecture Polyamide
Polyamide
This oil-based synthetic fiber is produced from oil, a finite resource. It is very strong, resists water and tear, and blends well with other fibers.
Polyamide can be engineered to suit specific purposes, such as wicking properties for underwear and active sports, and UV resisance.
Branded Cordura & Keviar fibres have excellent abrasion resistance, durability and high tensile strenghth.
A polyamide is a polymer containing monomers of amides joined by peptide bonds. They can occur both naturally and artificially, examples being proteins, such as wool and silk, and can be made artificially through step-growth polymerization or solid-phase synthesis, examples being nylons, aramids, and sodium poly. Polyamides are commonly used in textiles, automotives, carpet and sportswear due to their extreme durability and strength.
100% polyamide is high-tenacity, durable, with the effect of twill in both face and back sides. This kind of fabric is suitable for sportswear, down-resistant garments and apparel. Fabric printing or coating can be customized. Breathable, anti-moisture if coated bounded or laminated.
Polyamide can be engineered to suit specific purposes, such as wicking properties for underwear and active sports, and UV resisance.
Branded Cordura & Keviar fibres have excellent abrasion resistance, durability and high tensile strenghth.
A polyamide is a polymer containing monomers of amides joined by peptide bonds. They can occur both naturally and artificially, examples being proteins, such as wool and silk, and can be made artificially through step-growth polymerization or solid-phase synthesis, examples being nylons, aramids, and sodium poly. Polyamides are commonly used in textiles, automotives, carpet and sportswear due to their extreme durability and strength.
100% polyamide is high-tenacity, durable, with the effect of twill in both face and back sides. This kind of fabric is suitable for sportswear, down-resistant garments and apparel. Fabric printing or coating can be customized. Breathable, anti-moisture if coated bounded or laminated.
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