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Patchwork Monochromatic Utilitarian Fashion

Tired Lab Explores Mismatching Fabrics for SS19

— March 19, 2019 — Fashion
Waley Gao is a designer based in Toronto and he launched his fashion label Tired Lab not too long ago, highlighting idiosyncratic designs. The latest Spring/Summer 2019 collection features a plethora of militaristic design cues which are amplified by patchwork infusions. The range delivers a selection of apparel and accessory options for the season, adorned with handstitched details as a form of careful craftsmanship.

The capsule showcases eclectic blends of fabric patchwork, informed by a series of zippers alongside subtle details. The piece that stands out most in the capsule if the 'Entropy Reversible Padded Jacket.' It boasts a silhouette that recalls that of a Japanese kimono with one side completely constructed from patchwork fabric and dangling threads -- the other side is done up in a nylon material recalling the design of a bomber jacket along with some bandana accents as well.
Trend Themes
1. Mismatched Patchwork Fashion - Designs featuring patchwork infusions and eclectic blends of fabrics create a unique style.
2. Utilitarian Fashion - Militaristic design cues and careful craftsmanship produce functional and stylish apparel for the season.
3. Monochromatic Fashion - A focus on a single color creates a cohesive and minimalist aesthetic in a range of utilitarian clothing.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Designers building fashion lines can incorporate idiosyncratic and unique touches on utilitarian clothing using patchwork fusion techniques.
2. Retail - Retailers can stock utilitarian clothing in their stores that are both functional and stylish for the warmer seasons.
3. Textile - Textile manufacturers can create customized fabrics using mismatched patchwork fusions that designers can use to produce unique pieces.
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