Saturday, 19 May 2018

Putting Together The Ensemble, Utilizing Unique Fabrics

By William Davis


Life is not meant to be lived naked. Lacking the natural fur and fat storages of other animals, the human body is not designed to withstand the elements. As such, the means to defend against heat and cold is important in regards to continued survival. But many animals come with gorgeous plumage that can stand out. In order to replicate that, unique fabrics must be procured.

Fabric is what textile is made. It has all kinds of practical applications. Human beings have used it for all sorts of functions throughout history.

But fabric did not start out premade and whole. A prehistoric man would not have worn a bespoke three piece suit complete with a bowler, partially because fashion was not a concern and partly because the process for harvesting textiles had not yet been invented, not until it was perfected in North Africa. Then it was further refined as it moved east, where silk was harvested. Then in Europe, people wore all kinds of different materials.

To make a material stand out is simple enough. A different color, a different kind of stitching, maybe a blending of two different materials. The simplest things can elevate a fabric from ordinary to exceptional.

The practical applications of textiles are numerous. Aside from covering the naked form, it can be draped over windows to keep sunlight out and maintain privacy. In some instances, it became an important economic resource in the same vein as spices.

Most fabric comes in primary colors. Primary colors sell well and are suitable for everyday use. But not every day is suitable for primary colors. Some occasions need a little bit more flamboyance, because the kind of material that can be used every day can become a little bit boring after too much use. To alleviate that boredom, a funkier design is caller for.

Bold patterns and bright colors are not readily attainable. Most merchants want to appeal to as many people as possible, which mean that available stock is often limited to popular patterns and common colors. But a brick and mortar store is no longer the only option for a consumer. In fact, brick and mortar stores may become a thing of the past. Any kind of pattern and color can be found on the internet. A simple search online will yield dozens of results on the first page alone.

Once the appropriate merchant selected, comes the actual selection. Not all fabric will look good equally on everyone. Complexion comes into play, using textile with a coloring to close to natural pallor can risk the danger of washing the whole ensemble out, making it blend together with the skin. The actual fabric has to be considered as well, as some can chafe different types of skin. If it all possible, try to see how the fabric looks and feels against the skin before making any kind of financial commitment.

Seeking out the best textile can be tedious work. Much like finding love, the trick is not making a choice. The trick is to make the right one. Weeding out the garbage can be monotonous and exhausting, but when you find the one, it suddenly seems all worth it.




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