by Nate Baller | Oct 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Fall Knitwear Trend Alert ¼ Zip High Neck Oversized Pullover Sometimes when working on new sweater trends an item jumps out that I really crave. As the leaves turn and the weather is changing, right now I am loving the versatility and ease of the high neck ¼ zip...
by Nate Baller | Oct 15, 2019 | Fall Winter, Inspiration, Spring Summer, Uncategorized
Creativity in Fashion Design Copyright By Jakob Baller – VP of Operations Taking “inspiration” from designs found on the runway or in the market is an established practice amongst fashion designers. However, until recently, it was extremely difficult for...
by Nate Baller | Sep 19, 2019 | Fall Winter, Inspiration, Uncategorized
Fall Knitwear Trend Research By Steve – VP of Design and Development Newest Knitwear Trends from Europe The VP of Design and Development for DirecTEX recently returned from a knitwear research trip to Europe. Some of our favorite markets to research include...
by Nate Baller | Sep 10, 2019 | Fall Winter, Inspiration, Spring Summer, Uncategorized
3D Apparel Design The benefits of working with 3D design in knitwear development by Cecily – DirecTEX Designer As knitwear design consultants, we know well that the apparel industry is ever-changing; moving at fast speeds with constant innovation. The explosion...
by Nate Baller | Sep 9, 2019 | Fall Winter, Uncategorized
Fall 2020 Research trips: Paris, London and Copenhagen By Susie Skarda – Knitwear Designer A crucial aspect of knitwear design is staying on top of the latest trends. Our designers take seasonal trips to the most influential markets around the world to...
by Nate Baller | Sep 4, 2019 | Fall Winter, Uncategorized
Fall 2020 Knitwear Trends FALL 2020 KNITWEAR TREND BOARDS CREATED BY THE DIRECTEX DESIGN TEAM Key Fall 2020 Trend Message“The stitches remain clean and linear with newness shown in fine gauge, cozy, brushed yarns.” * “Fine gauge” refers to the...