Skyfox is the name of a collection by Emma Daley, a student at the Design Institute of Australia who was spotlighted in the latest Dezeen School Show. Inspired by the vast effects of the sky as it evokes various emotions in individuals throughout different times of day, Skyfox was recognized with the Australian Textile Design Graduate of the Year.
In her project, Emma Daley combines "gentle artesian techniques [like weaving and embroidery] with new technology." Materials that the emerging fashion designer and textile artist used in this project included satin and tulle. Emma Daley interpreted the natural wonder and emotional effects of the sky through line drawings. The hand-drawn patterns were later digitally printed onto the satin.
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Skyfox by Emma Daley is Ethereal and Whimsical
Trend Themes
1. Sky-inspired Fashion - There is an opportunity for designers to incorporate sky-inspired themes and techniques into their fashion collections, utilizing both traditional artisanal techniques and new technology.
2. Hand-drawn Patterns - Hand-drawn patterns offer a unique element to digital printing in fashion design, allowing designers to create one-of-a-kind pieces that are both creative and technologically savvy.
3. Ethereal Textiles - Fashion designers can experiment with ethereal fabrics like tulle to create garments and collections that appear to be weightless, calling to mind the beauty and vastness of the sky.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - The fashion industry can incorporate sky-inspired themes and techniques into their collections, offering a new and exciting perspective on wearable fashion.
2. Digital Printing - Advancements in digital printing offer opportunities for designers to incorporate one-of-a-kind hand-drawn elements into the manufacturing process.
3. Textile Design - Emerging textile designers can explore unique fabric compositions to create ethereal textiles that capture the beauty and grandeur of the sky.