Tesler + Mendelovitch Brings Wood into Glamourous Fashion Pieces
Simal Yilmaz — March 8, 2013 — Eco
Tesler + Mendelovitch’s geometrical wooden clutches are spectacularly chic and undoubtedly durable. These clutches are extremely well designed and seem rather ergonomic with their origami hand holders.
“The texture, properties and appearance of our ‘wearable wood’ series are simultaneously delicate, flexible and durable materials. We researched the potential of integrating These opposing elements to form new product identities,” explains the duo of their process.
Using wood as a textile element is certainly a sign of innovative thinking, and using it in a glamorous piece is even more so. Wood is a material that is more frequently used in bohemian textile forms. My sincere hope at this point would be for wood enter the glamour world in the future.
“The texture, properties and appearance of our ‘wearable wood’ series are simultaneously delicate, flexible and durable materials. We researched the potential of integrating These opposing elements to form new product identities,” explains the duo of their process.
Using wood as a textile element is certainly a sign of innovative thinking, and using it in a glamorous piece is even more so. Wood is a material that is more frequently used in bohemian textile forms. My sincere hope at this point would be for wood enter the glamour world in the future.
Trend Themes
1. Geometrical Wearable Wood - There is a growing trend towards using wood as a textile element to create fashion pieces that are both delicate and durable.
2. Origami-inspired Clutches - The ergonomic origami-inspired holders on Tesler + Mendelovitch's wooden clutches suggest an opportunity for further innovation in handbag design.
3. Luxury Wood Fashion - As the use of wood in fashion becomes more refined, there may be an opportunity to create luxury products that are both fashionable and environmentally sustainable.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - Wooden fashion accessories like clutches could find a growing market as consumers seek out unique and sustainable items.
2. Sustainable Fashion - Tesler + Mendelovitch's use of wood in fashion could be part of a broader trend towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly apparel.
3. Woodworking Industry - Innovative products like Tesler + Mendelovitch's wooden clutches may inspire further experimentation and creativity within the woodworking industry to create new, high-end fashion products.
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