This work is a celebration of the way in which the new textile technology is bringing together fashion, design, engineering, science and art, from the USA to Europe and Japan. The work of designers including Donna Karan, Issey Miyake, Rei Kawakubo, and Alexander McQueen is featured throughout, demonstrating how laboratory discoveries are used for the latest innovations. Microfibres which are so fine that fabrics become windproof and waterproof and yet which allow the skin to "breathe"; engineered textiles combining fabric with glass, ceramics, metal or carbon to produce lightweight hybrids; silicone coatings; and holographic laminates are among the innovations. A reference section includes biographies of designers and makers; explanations of technical terms; a directory of suppliers and developers; a full bibliography and information on exhibitions and where to see contemporary textiles.
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Encyclopedic in scope and intensely visual. -- surface
Lavish photos . . . a visual feast. -- I.D. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
Lavish photos . . . a visual feast. -- I.D. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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Techno-riffic,
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This review is from: Techno Textiles: Revolutionary Fabrics for Fashion and Design (Paperback)
This book was a well thought out and planned introduction to the world of technical/synthetic fabrics. The definitions, classifications, and examples of usage make for an interesting read. Equally exciting are the chapters on engineering, synthetics, and coatings. The designs and photos are avant-garde with references to the top designers who of course are the first to try new things. It is well organized and easy to use as a reference manual. Techno would be well situated on the bookshelf of every cutting-edge design and production team. However, based on my 15 years of experience in the fashion-forward streetwear scene, I would have expected to find listed the company Decopap Inc of Montreal Canada, which has been the leading source of Vinyl coated fabrics to the streetwear, fetish, and techno crowd for the last 30 years. This one omission aside, the book is truly a valuable source for the textile industry.
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I'm ravin' over it!,
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This review is from: Techno Textiles: Revolutionary Fabrics for Fashion and Design (Paperback)
I love this book. It is super visual and has so many crazy textiles and designs. These books are great for inspiration for design.
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