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3D-Printed Lingerie

Jess Haughton's Lingerie Designs Use Silicone to Eliminate Visible Lines

— June 11, 2016 — Fashion
Fashion student Jess Haughton is turning to 3D printing technology in order to create customized lingerie designs that will result in zero visible panty lines. What makes Haughton's process particularly unique is that she uses additive manufacturing for the purposes of securing garments with silicone, meaning that no elastic or stitching is required. The use of this material also creates a more flexible material to work with. When printed onto sheer mesh, silicone serves as a contemporary alternative to lace.

The 23-year-old designer from Nottingham Trent University is on a mission to modernize the lingerie market and prove that available technology can be used to create made-to-measure pieces that flatter each and every women.

Designs created by Haughton include everything from 3D-printed bodysuits to bras and thongs.
Trend Themes
1. Additive Manufacturing for Fashion - Using 3D printing technology to create custom-fit garments without visible panty lines and offer an alternative to traditional lace.
2. Silicone-based Clothing - Incorporating silicone as a flexible and secure material to eliminate the need for elastic or stitching in garment construction.
3. Personalized Lingerie Market - Capitalizing on modern technology to create one-of-a-kind pieces for consumers with unique sizes and preferences.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Incorporating 3D printing technology to revolutionize the production processes of clothing items while increasing design and functionality possibilities.
2. 3D Printing Manufacturing - Introducing new materials such as silicone into 3D printing technology to expand its capabilities into the fashion industry.
3. Online and Personal Shopping - Creating a custom-fit intimate wear market for consumers searching for unique, personalized, and made to measure garments.
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