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The Denim Reimagined project, created by Hong Kong upcycled apparel company The R Collective and supported by Levi’s, aims to take traceable fashion to a new level going beyond supply chain traceability. The nine-piece denim collection is accompanied by scannable garment labels that offer four digital “experiences” to customers, including supply chain information, less energy-intensive washing and drying tips, restyling tips to prolong the life of the clothes as well as advice on recycling the garment at the end of its life. The information stored in the label’s QR code is produced by digital ID label makers Avery Dennison and...

Of all the things on my current To Worry About List, Fashion Week sits in a relatively low-priority slot. I’m far more concerned with staying home, staying safe and remembering to wash my cloth face mask before my weekly grocery run. That said, I’d be lying if I hadn’t let my mind wander a few times, reminiscing on seasons past and wondering if Fashion Week will be cancelled for September 2020. Given that New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2021 would fall around the first week of September, it seems highly unlikely that the shows will take place—and while I understand,...

First invented in the early ‘20s by Russel Europe, sweatshirts were initially meant as a sportswear item. They were designed to live up to the expectations of a high-performance garment while assuring comfort in temperature and movements. From then on, it has gone through various design updates and evolutions to be what it is today. Even the hoodie is an evolution of sweatshirts. However, in today’s time, sweatshirts are easy and comfortable to wear and thus are a much-appreciated piece of clothing among the larger population of the mass. It is casual, sporty, and chic. And with various designers creating...

As a general rule, you probably shouldn’t be getting your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from the party store. But these are exceptional times, and rather than potentially depriving medical professionals the equipment they so desperately need on the front lines, the team at [Robots Everywhere] has been looking into improvised PPE. We’re not sure things are at the point where you would need to don this DIY Positive Pressure Suit (PAPR), but it’s certainly an interesting look at what’s possible when you think outside the box. At the most basic level, a PAPR is a mostly air-tight garment that is...

Have you ever purchased a gorgeous lace embroidery design and wondered how in the world you’re going to put it on a sample continuously? If so, you’re not alone. Making a garment with continuous lace looks like it can be challenging, and some may feel intimidated by the idea. But let me tell you, it’s actually quite easy once you get the hang of it. Plus, the end result will leave you feeling both excited and proud! Imagine embroidering the perfect lace lining on your table runner, or putting a stunning lace border on the bottom of your favorite shirt....