Development of boutique denim clothing by the "upcycling" method

Abstract

In the present article have been developed denim models for women's figures with deviations from the conditionally nominal sizes, using the method of re-creative use - upcycling, in pursuit of motivation to reduce the textile waste from the sewing industry. A combination of three approaches is used: a concept for a boutique vision when creating the design of the models, as an attraction for each user; upcycling as an idea for reusing sewing products; moulage method in the development of the construction of clothing, based on a classic basic construction. To confirm the results, physical samples of the products were made. The research and creative activity is aimed towards realization of a design and construction-technological concept of denim clothing, which is the most common clothing used by absolutely all age groups, from babies to centenarians and is present in both the prêt à porter and haute couture. This makes the production of denim products, one of the most voluminous and polluting in the textile industry.