Samuel Zelig presents the brand's first-ever Fall/Winter 2020 collection and it is very simply entitled 'Collection 1.' The brand was founded by both Jonathan Levite and Dylan Lubell, starting off in Los Angeles. The label focuses on ancient fabrics and the intricacies of the material in creating clothing.
This includes patina from wear over time, uneven coloration from sun exposure, boro repair patchwork, and more. The inspiration behind the brand is global, drawing influences from American, French, and Japanese workwear. The seasonal capsule uses vintage quilts from 1870 to 1970, transforming it into outerwear designs that are informed by hand-embroidered labeling, oil wash completion, antique Riri brass zippers, heavyweight twill tape bindings, and much more.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Vintage-inspired Collections
- Designers are incorporating vintage fabrics and techniques into their collections, creating a sense of nostalgia and uniqueness.
- Sustainable Fashion
- By repurposing and reimagining ancient fabrics, designers are promoting sustainability and reducing waste in the fashion industry.
- Cultural Influences
- Drawing inspiration from different cultures, designers are infusing their collections with diverse and eclectic elements, creating a fusion of global styles.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion Design
- Leveraging ancient fabrics and techniques, fashion designers can create innovative and exclusive collections that cater to the growing demand for unique and sustainable fashion.
- Textile Manufacturing
- The utilization of ancient fabrics in modern designs opens up opportunities for textile manufacturers to produce unique and eco-friendly materials that meet the demands of the fashion industry.
- Vintage Clothing Market
- The incorporation of ancient fabrics and designs into modern clothing collections presents an opportunity for the vintage clothing market to expand and cater to consumers seeking one-of-a-kind, historically-inspired pieces.
