In order to resource relevant materials for this
unit, it was important for me to contact a number of companies who create or
sell smart textiles. The companies, which I contacted, were not just textiles
brands, but also those that deal with surgical, architectural and aerospace materials.
Palmhive, Pharetra and Outlast were some of the companies that quickly
responded to my requests and sent me an abundance of fabric samples. These have
been significant in the development of this unit for me. They have allowed me
to push my ideas and visualise my final outcome. Specifically the fabric from
Pharetra, the soft cushioned feel juxtaposing the structured aesthetic of the
fabrics is interesting, the fabric itself has acupressure qualities and would
be suitable for sports wear. This brings forth my initial idea to add sports
styling to my work. As if the fabric was used in a hooded jacket it could have
soothing qualities when worn after exercise. To develop these ideas I plan to
recreate the soft structure of the fabric by trapping foam into my own fabric
in Unit X for my look book. However I want to exaggerate these to give an over
sized and conceptual feel to the fabrics.
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