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Form-Fitting Knits

The Garments of Yuliya Wim Merlin Turn Knitted Frump into Fabulous

— October 29, 2010 — World
You can now stop associating knitwear with plump pullovers and Santa sweaters from grandma; these woolen dresses by Yuliya Wim Merlin are anything but bulky.

With a passion for both art and fashion, the Tokyo-based designer has created a collection of unique knitted clothing that is essentially a line of crafty artworks in itself. Breaking all preconceptions about woolen casual-wear, this selection of yarnsational looks will will have you in last place at the ugly sweater competition this Christmas.
Trend Themes
1. Craft Fashion - Yuliya Wim Merlin's unique knitted clothing collection represents a market for handmade fashion and artisanal craft.
2. Knitted Couture - The popularity of Yuliya Wim Merlin's woolen dresses represents a trend for high-end fashion designs that incorporate knitting techniques.
3. Wearable Art - Yuliya Wim Merlin's knitted clothing collection represents a trend for fashionable and artistic garments, made of yarn and other textiles with unique patterns and textures.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design & Production - The popularity of Yuliya Wim Merlin's knitted clothing collection represents an opportunity for fashion designers and manufacturers to explore the use of knitting techniques in their clothing lines.
2. Textile Manufacturing - Yuliya Wim Merlin's unique knitted fabrics represent an opportunity for the textile industry to develop innovative materials that can be incorporated into high-end fashion designs.
3. Handmade Products - Yuliya Wim Merlin's knitted clothing collection represents an opportunity for the handmade products industry, as consumers increasingly seek out unique, artisanal crafts and fashion.
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