2018 SS Fabrics China Trend
Mar 20, 2017 ｜ by
Funny Interest
New information technology is changing the relationship among people, time and space in an uncertain way, as well as the relationship inside human beings. new middle-class is filled with anxiety and trepidation, the independent and off- beat traits of the “Z generation”. ACG culture merges into our life and turns out to be a “new normal”; mindfulness and practices merge with daily life in a more leisurely and romantic way; more vital and dynamic expression of passing-on and regression; dramatic, artistic temperament for a poetic impression.
Fantastic dimensions
The massive expansion of Internet and social media made them necessities of our life. The younger generation prefer to show thoughts and moods straightly by images and emoticons for the “ACG dimension” has become their cultural background , and elements such as Kuso, spitslot and moe have become the most flattering and acceptable way of self-expression. Frequent communication and interaction between the virtual and real worlds construct a fantastic new dimension without any estrangement.
The massive expansion of Internet and social media made them necessities of our life. The younger generation prefer to show thoughts and moods straightly by images and emoticons for the “ACG dimension” has become their cultural background , and elements such as Kuso, spitslot and moe have become the most flattering and acceptable way of self-expression. Frequent communication and interaction between the virtual and real worlds construct a fantastic new dimension without any estrangement.
- Colors:
A palette of intense, conflicting and digital colors. Electronic blue, orange, acid green in high saturation; combination and contrast created by fushia and red declare caution and straightforward personality; visual and filter grey, pink sands, foam blue, clear green, crisp and vintage tones just in your selfie apps.
- Fabrics:
Nifty extra-large scale embroidery, textures such as nylon and plain stitch decorated by conflicting colors and 3D effect; denim soft to the touch gains more diversified forms to show itself; classic tablecloth checks with rich surface texture become a new favorite of modern mix style; colorful patent leather or coated chemical fiber turns out to be the key material to interpret the concept of young and futuristic; OP effect digital printing, changeful sequins and cascading jewel decoration plus synthetic fiber mixed fabric offer the “Z generation” a best material for self-expression.
Roaming Mindfulness
Turn into the real demand from inside and spirit, to care about and relax the body, this kind of design is now leading the trend of commercial activities. People try to seek essence and origin through mindfulness and practices, and express this desire in a more leisurely, modern way. Focus on material texture, listen to the story and connotation behind the product, and proceed from the inside and our body, a new “fashion revolution” is to begin.
- Colors:
A collection of natural colors based on different shades of neutrals. Undyed original colors of the materials go with energetic tall lightness, create a carefree, comfortable atmosphere. Bone, carnation, sand color, charcoal grey match soft sunshine yellow, aqua blue and amber; a color collection that presents a sustainable look.
- Fabrics:
Stress environmentally friendly, degradable and recyclable materials. Light material with natural look creates delicate layer contrast; silk, chiffon and crepe with sheen shimmer perform modern lazy vogue; Issey Miyake style draping material and smooth dense cotton fabric form a tranquil mood with large volume; fine gauge knit made by new-type micro fine yarns and micro fine technical nylon woven fabric feel just like the second skin; fluid, low-key plain natural flax jacquard fabric with exquisite touch and frosty appearance.
Emulative Heritage
More options and overloaded information brought by the digital age turn into an incubator for updating traditional classics. Old crafts gain their new life though contemporary treatment, and interpret the passing-on and regression in a more vital, creative way. Traditional competitive athlete elements powerfully return; renewed long-lasting classics with more artistry and practicability again favored by today’s younger generation.
- Colors:
Classic, elegant colors set the tone of the story, mixed with competitive athlete mirror pearling. Classic navy blue plus oxide red and fresh white, utility khakis and neutral sand colors with dynamic bright yellow and azure; all together build this lively new passing-on collection.
- Fabrics:
Crisp light summer wool shown with classic, elegant figures and palette, or fall into this season’s merino athletic knitwear series; graceful pearly lustre coating promote conventional nylon fabric as functional quality becomes a necessary for urban style; stressed double-faced bilayer or multilayer knitting used to apply in competitive sports is now presented in a more stylish way; smooth, fine summer cotton fabric and exquisite new cellulosic fiber form a classic, practical collection; navy style striped knitting and printing full of youthful energy.
Naturalistic Poet
Explore in depth of the nature, flora and fauna; advocate the fusion of original-ecology lifestyle, tribalism and modern chic. Those artists wandering in the city show us the unique vital scenery and romantic charm. Globalization tendency and “see now buy now” strategy break seasonality; travel-around-the-world and multifold Bohemian nomadic style remain in vogue, satisfy people’s demand with a more artistic solution.
- Colors:
Rich colors from nature all around the world. A palette of low-chroma colors reveal original-ecology aesthetics and artistic texture. Dark desert colors and russet with a series of earth tones including grayish military green, jungle green, dusty blue and mocha, match with artistic blue cyan and violet, jointly interpret a natural romanticism.
- Fabrics:
Handcrafted feeling woven surface matches plaids, tapestry patterns and Fair Isle knitting patterns; extra-size meshes and open weave texture, hand-made lace and transparent gauzy fabric create a natural, romantic summer look; marbling and strata effect grey melange knits, brushed light knits and matt effect suede bring a natural touch and appearance; crafts such as trimming and burnt-out enrich surface texture, forming an image of recycled and poetic; a more modernized version for over-sized tropic flora and fauna printing or jacquards.
(Source: China Textile Information Center & China Textiles Dvelopment Center)
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