Japanese fashion label Blue Blue Japan is prepared for the Spring/Summer 2019 season with a new collection of stitched handmade apparel. The new range is infused with handcrafted concepts using an indigo-dyeing process, sashiko stitching details and boro patchwork, resulting in a selection of coveted pieces. The capsule introduces a wide range of silhouettes adorned with the aforementioned indigo dyes applied by hand. Some pieces include graphic printed shirts, scarves relaxed t-shirts, bucket hats, pants with heavy patchwork, parkas, shorts and blazers.
The accessories selection, along with the tees and patchworked pants, is made using a more intricate process, which results in a more differentiating selection—whereas the rest of the apparel boasts similar aesthetics of muted navy blue hues. The entire collection ranges from traditional touches resembling Japanese yukata shirts to rich suiting textures. Additionally, materials such as linen and cotton are incorporated for breathability, whilst the dip-dye details elevate the simplistic pieces.
Stitched Handmade Apparel
Blue Blue Japan Experiments with Dyes, Stitches and Patchwork for SS19
Trend Themes
1. Handmade Apparel - Companies can explore opportunities in customized, one-of-a-kind clothing using traditional techniques.
2. Indigo-dyeing Process - There is potential for innovation in the use of natural dyes and their application methods, which can offer sustainable alternatives to synthetic dyes.
3. Patchwork - The revival of patchwork techniques can lead to the development of environmentally-friendly and unique clothing designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore opportunities in reviving traditional techniques that offer sustainable and unique solutions.
2. Textile - The textile industry can explore new applications for natural dyes and traditional techniques to develop environmentally-friendly products.
3. Artisanal Crafts - The artisanal crafts industry can leverage traditional techniques and collaborate with fashion and textile industries for innovative and sustainable designs.