The popularity of hippie fashion in the 1960s made many designers and fashionistas realize the potential of fabric decoration techniques in its own right.
Instead of fabric scraps stitched together like in the early days of this design and decoration style, solid colored silk pieces or patterned fabrics are mixed and stitched together according to the designer’s intention to create simple but impressive outfits. That makes the followers have a more minimalist beauty while also possessing a luxurious and elegant appearance… as desired.
Sharing with reporters, designer Nhu Khoi said that recently patchwork fashion has become more and more associated with artistic fashion. This also brings about the inspiration and witness the rise of traditional crafts as an alternative to mainstream fashion. As a technique, patchwork is inexpensive, easy to do yourself and is a way to add personality to outfits…
“In this way, patchwork has become not only a technique but also a luxurious style. In the evening dress (a product of haute couture and formal fashion) by Pauline Allen (1969), the use of bright and contrasting colors and patterns created an asynchronous effect that surprised and conquered many fashionistas…”, said designer Nhu Khoi.
The red silk piece is combined with black silk, combined with the unique design details on the edge of the shirt, creating a patchwork effect that seems to reflect the cubist art that was being explored in the past, very interesting, helping female followers of simple style to stand out just by wearing a shirt design.
The characteristic of this fashion style is the way of combining fabrics, making each design product like a work of art fashion, so that the wearer can enjoy many different colors and colorful decorations at the same time, bringing interesting fashion emotions.
Exploiting more the patchwork effect, the dress inspired by the traditional ao dai design is made from 2 different fabric colors combined with brocade decorative details to create a different aesthetic effect, full of artistry.
Two materials and two colors combined together in a unique way, bringing a different impression to a simple and luxurious dress.
A combination of lace and silk, the designer did not need to spend too much effort to create a design that female followers can wear to both the office and events.
Minimalism can be found in the way of color and fabric combination. Designs with the same color tone always make the viewer “look deeper” to find the beauty of both the wearer and the outfit.
Contrast is also a way to create a distinct impression for color-coordinated fabric designs.
The philosophy of mixing and matching on patchwork and color-coordinated dresses (in fabric) is commented by many designers as bringing positive fashion psychological effects. They emphasize: “Nowadays, people have to wear clothes in pieces – the more the merrier”…
