Today's world is all about instant gratification, and that is just what the N12 Bikini caters to. Part of the fast fashion revolution that is hitting the industry lately, the bikini is the first 3D-printed swimwear that is actually made ready to wear.
Created by Continuum Fashion and Shapeways, the N12 Bikini is really a departure from previous forays into 3D printed clothing. Instead of beautifully haute couture or wearable art that is essentially difficult to pull off in daily life, the bikini is consumer-ready and appropriate for the beach.
Made out of solid nylon, the N12 Bikini boasts thousands of circular plates that are connected by thin springs, creating a new material that holds its form while also being flexible. It is currently available for purchase at Continuum Shapeways' online store.
What's Driving This Trend
- Fast Fashion
- The N12 Bikini is part of the fast fashion revolution, catering to the demand for instant gratification in the fashion industry.
- 3d-printed Clothing
- The N12 Bikini showcases the potential for 3D-printed clothing that is consumer-ready and appropriate for daily wear.
- Flexible Materials
- The N12 Bikini's use of flexible materials like solid nylon and thin springs opens up opportunities for the development of new materials and applications in various industries.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion Retail
- The fast fashion trend opens up opportunities for fashion retailers to integrate 3D-printed clothing like the N12 Bikini into their product offerings.
- 3D Printing
- The success of the N12 Bikini demonstrates the potential for 3D printing in the fashion industry, leading to new innovations in 3D-printed materials and clothing.
- Textile Manufacturing
- The use of flexible materials in the N12 Bikini highlights the potential for textile manufacturers to explore new materials and techniques in creating innovative and comfortable clothing.
