Fashion Design: Japanese-Inspired Patterns
Choice of fabric and sustainability
A course by Alisa Menkhaus, Fashion Designer
About the video: Choice of fabric and sustainability
Overview
“Since we live in a world in which there is a lot of excess and a fast pace of life like never before, it is important to also consider the aspect of sustainability when choosing fabrics. Is the material sustainable? Which material can I use so that I can make a small contribution to sustainability? We'll talk about that in this lesson. ”
In this video lesson Alisa Menkhaus addresses the topic: Choice of fabric and sustainability, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fashion Design: Japanese-Inspired Patterns. Explore the captivating world of Japanese-inspired fashion and enhance your personal style with unique and cultural designs..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson. we delve into the world of fabrics and the critical process of selecting the right one. Understanding your sewing goals and knowing which type of fabric to choose is absolutely essential for For instance. consider this design. When sewing a skirt. it must drape correctly. If we create a circle skirt. it should open widely and fall gracefully. This ensures the skirt maintains its intended shape and elegance. essential for achieving the desired look. Then there are these beautiful waves that form. and it becomes slightly heavier at the bottom. It needs to be a bit weightier to...”
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Course summary for: Fashion Design: Japanese-Inspired Patterns
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Areas
Fashion Design, Patternmaking & Dressmaking, Sewing
Alisa Menkhaus
A course by Alisa Menkhaus
Alisa Menkhaus is a visionary Creative Director and co-founder of SUSUMU AI, a label known for its unique blend of Japanese and German fashion. With her debut collection awarded the prestigious Golden Needle by ESMOD Hochschule Berlin in 2015, Alisa has established herself as a force in the fashion industry.
Her designs are characterized by a fusion of traditional Japanese fabrics, rarely seen in contemporary fashion, with the modern European spirit. Alisa's passion for preserving ancient craftsmanship while developing high-quality, made-to-order garments drives her to create pieces that reflect individual personalities and can be cherished for years to come.
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