Dorothy Crouch, Contributing Writer | Thursday, September 15, 2022
Returning to fashion weeks and strong street looks, style enthusiasts are finding new and unique ways to express themselves through their clothing with a new appreciation for beautifully made textiles and quality fabrications that move to fashion. vanguard of style. From designers and manufacturers to fashion connoisseurs and collectors, the core of each personal fashion journey is centered around a textile that conveys the latest trends, has a utilitarian purpose, or pays homage to the art and heritage of clothing making that has transcended for generations.
Color pops in this season’s textiles, while unique patterns provide a variety of options intended to allow the designer or wearer to stand out from the crowd. Updated classics evoke feelings of nostalgia for old-looking pieces. New approaches to patterns and color treatments convey a sense of limitless possibilities as fashion looks to a new future. This season’s textile trends may offer variety, but they are all tools towards a common design goal of creating unique fashion journeys.
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untamed trends
Wildcats approach fashion in animal and flora prints in natural tones, while other members of this fashion group approach these patterns with artistic hues like mint blue and rosy pink.
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floral effects
This floral season is a reflection on the use of flowers in fashion history and features designs inspired by the curving stems of scarves, neo-Art Nouveau flowers, paisley patterns and the impressionism of Claude Monet.
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style in ultraviolet
Hits of purple in hues ranging from deep aubergine, deep grape and delicate lilac provide options for different looks as they appear in blooming flowers, geometric patterns, dreamy watercolors and abstract designs.
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Worldwide
Intricate patterns sourced from different regions of the world provide unique approaches to garment construction with kaleidoscope designs drawing on styles such as batiks, Art Deco arrangements, paisley and Southwestern themes.
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a time to shine
Shimmering designs with sparkles signify a time to celebrate, as the style ensemble revisits fashion and distinguishes itself by using designs that are unexpected and vibrant, worthy of being highlighted.
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solid tones
Based on bold patterns in seductive hues, textiles featuring a single standout hue help focus the images displayed on the fabrics and make pieces that stand out for any occasion.
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Ornamental threads
Lace designs in traditional black, white, and blush, as well as updated hues, create a poignant anticipation of romance, while colorful embroidered styles convey a sense of quality from a bygone era, producing detailed craftsmanship to behold.
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crispy classics
Beyond the office and away from formal events, fashion-forward style connoisseurs dress in luxurious, one-of-a-kind plaids, houndstooth and herringbone patterns that can be worn formal or cool streetwear style.
Antik Dantel/KMS Group LLC, (704) 724-2269, www.antikdantel.com.tr
California Textile Group, (213) 765-0555, www.californiatextilegroup.com
Cinergy Textiles, Inc., (213) 748-4400, www.cinergytextiles.com
Confetti Fabrics / KMS Group, (704) 724-2269, www.confetitextil.com
EBI Fabric Corporation, (213) 765-0900, www.ebifabrics.com
Guarisco Fabrics/LK Textiles, (323) 578-4203, www.guarisco.it/en/
Hopestar/BFF Study, (718) 666-6744, www.bffabrics.com
iLace Textiles / Elastique Group, [email protected], www.elastique.com.cn
KBC Fashion/LK Textiles, (323) 578-4203, www.kbc.de
Klauber Brothers/BFF Studio, (718) 666-6744, www.bffabrics.com
La Lame, Inc., (212) 921-9770, www.lalame.com
NK Textiles/Nipkow and Kobelt, Inc., (949) 680-4746, www.nktextile.es
Robert Kaufman Fabrics, (800) 877-2066, www.robertkaufman.com
Solstiss, (212) 719-9194, www.solstiss.com
Texollini, (310) 537-3400, www.texollini.com
Source: www.apparelnews.net