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Source: Epson Singapore. Display, Wai Yang.
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Epson,
a printing technologies provider, has collaborated with Singapore-based
designers to showcase digitally-printed collections at the
FashionisTech showcase at the recently-held
FUZE Fashion Technology 2017 in Singapore.
Organised
by Textile and Fashion Federation (TAFF), the event is the first
fashion technology summit to be held in Singapore, and aims to promote
the advancement in material innovation and showcase creative
partnerships with the use of technology amongst Singapore fashion
labels.
Singaporean labels Wai Yang, Pleatation and
Ying The Label worked with Epson to create and print their collections
digitally with Epson’s digital dye-sublimation textile printer and
direct-to-garment printer. Each designer showcased six outfits as part
of their collections at the event.
Wai Yang
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| Source: Epson Singapore. Wai. |
Burmese-born
Singapore-based Wai Wai launched Wai Yang, in 2016. For Wai Yang, the
printed collection will form the label’s autumn/winter 2017 collection.
Inspired by an abandoned building in Prague, the collection features
boxy and masculine silhouettes with vibrant prints.
With
this, founder/designer Wai aims to re-appropriate the inappropriate,
breathing new life and meaning into otherwise unwanted objects, turning
trash and defective objects such as torn cargo boxes, dead leaves, wire
and bubble wrap into abstract print designs.
The
designs are translated into subtle print effects on meticulously
selected textiles via a combination of dye-sublimation, direct printing
and textured screen-printing techniques, resulting in a highly tactile
collection.
“Working to produce my collection with a
digital textile printer for the first time was an eye-opening
experience. The printer was able to reproduce my designs accurately,
capturing the colours vividly. In the process of experimenting with the
printing, I discovered that there are many different printing effects
that can be achieved on different materials, and I love the fact that it
is possible to play with many unusual materials as well. All my print
designs are printed beautifully and would otherwise never have been
used, adding a new dimension and richness to my designs and pieces,”
said Wai
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| Source: Epson Singapore. Chiang. |
PleatationPleatation
is a pleat-focused brand from Singapore, specialising in pleated
products in fashion, stationery, home and lifestyle. Pleatation launched
its
Resort 1718 collection,
Le Enchant, at the event. The
printed collection consisting of vibrant hues in its signature pleated
designs. Taking inspiration from enchanted forests around the world, Le
Enchant captures beautiful shades and wild silhouettes in its latest
collection, printed through dye-sublimation printing.
“When
printing with Epson’s digital textile technology, I’ve noticed the
colours captured are brighter and more vibrant. Digital textile printing
enables quick turnaround and shortens the production process, which is
important to my business as new designs and collections need to be
created and brought to retail quickly. Epson’s dye-sublimation printing
technology reproduces my designs vividly unlike other printing
technologies I’ve worked with, and I’m glad for the opportunity for this
collaboration,” said Chiang Xiaojun, founder of Pleatation. By breaking
down basic silhouettes of essential products, she recreates new styles
with the use of colour, print and textures.
Ying The Label
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| Source: Epson Singapore. Li. |
For
Ying The Label, the collection in collaboration with Epson draws its
inspiration from the idea of contentment and living in the moment. From
seeing the silver lining in every roadblock, to being able to dream,
Ying uses vibrant strokes of colours to represent feelings in 'The
Moment'. The relaxed silhouettes are deliberately kept simple, with
emphasis on every detail of founder and designer Li Ying's unique art
through the use of dye-sublimation and direct-to-garment printing
methods.
“Printing with Epson’s digital textile
printing technologies has opened new avenues of printing and design, in
terms of textures and turnaround time to produce the collection.
Experimenting with fabrics and seeing the colours of the printed fabric
has been an amazing process. I am currently exploring avenues with
Epson’s printing technologies to produce future collections,” said Li.
Li's
art is created using abstract brush strokes dipped in whimsical colour
palettes that can bring out the unique personality of every piece.
“The
collaboration with the designers aims to showcase the versatility and
capabilities of our digital textile printers and the opportunities it
brings to the fashion industry. We aim to support the creative visions
of designers to transform their ideas into reality. With our innovative
printing technologies, designers are now free to express their
creativity without limitations in colours and designs,” said Shuji
Hamaguchi, Regional GM (SE Asia), Epson Singapore.
Digital
printing shortens turnaround time and enables printing in small volumes
for customised prints, compared to traditional printing techniques,
which require high volumes and long lead times. As a result, digital
printing helps designers to achieve their artistic vision by translating
their ideas to a range of fabrics quickly, easily and in the highest
quality.
Epson digital dye sublimation printers use
Epson’s proprietary technology known as Micro Piezo and PrecisionCore
TFP head technology. The Micro Piezo printheads, unlike thermal inkjet
systems, eject droplets of ink via mechanical pressure and do not use
heat, making it compatible with a far wider variety of inks and mediums.
By precisely controlling the volume of ink contained in each droplet of
ink, Epson’s Micro Piezo printers not only generate virtually no wasted
ink, they also ensure that sharp, rich and virtually grain-free images
are rendered at all times.
The
FUZE Fashion Technology 2017 summit was held from 16 to 17 March 2017 in Singapore.
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