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3D High Fashion

High fashion clothing is developed with 3D-printing technologies

Trend - Designers who create high fashion and couture pieces are increasingly experimenting with 3D-printed technology to produce their clothing items. These new processes come with the flexibility and new forms of creativity that 3D-printing allows, and speak to an aspect of the fashion industry that's increasingly merging with tech in order to continue its relevance.

Insight - Modern consumers expect that the brands they choose to buy from offer them statement pieces that function as conversation-starters, or something they can share on social media. This is especially true for investment pieces that cost a lot of money--forcing even the most traditional luxury brands to innovate to suit changing consumer ideals.
Workshop Question - How could your brand incorporate 3D-printing technology into its processes?
Trend Themes
1. 3d-printing Technology in High Fashion - Traditional luxury brands are innovating to suit changing consumer demands for conversation-starters, allowing enhanced creativity and efficient mass production.
2. Hybrid 3d-printing and Textile Integration - Designers are exploring the combination of 3D printing and free-flowing textiles to create striking, body-fitting designs.
3. Eco-friendly 3d-printing Fabrication - Additive manufacturing is significantly reducing material waste while elevating traditionally crafted material components in fashion.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Innovative 3D-printing technology is being more widely adopted by traditional luxury brands to create statement pieces.
2. Technology - New 3D-printing technology is allowing for greater creativity, mass customization and efficiency in the fashion industry.
3. Sustainability - Additive manufacturing and the combination of traditional materials with 3D-printing are providing eco-friendly options in fashion.
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