Embroidery Trend Information - Collection Spring - Summer 2022
Gunold’s viscose thread SULKY. Design: Nadine Tobias, embroidered by Irene Körting, Reutlingen University
Another collection needs to be developped and still there are almost no trade shows or trend events. Covid 19 is still dictating our action. Travelling is almost impossible but the world keeps on turning and consumers are waiting for fresh ideas, even if worn in the home office. But the day will come, we’ll go out again and with it the wish to look good! Fashion offers the possibility to express feelings and more than ever, feelings count in our shaky times.
So which are the currents, which colours and materials are touching us ?
We are cherishing values like safety and comfort, so which colour could represent this better than gold ? Inspired from classic vintage embroideries as seen in churches, gold tones are definitely back.
Vintage hand embroidery, seen in a church in Italy.
Gunold embroidery threads on embroidery design created by Irene Körting, Reutlingen University
Gunold’s SULKY viscose threads, design by Constitch
What are we longing for ? Strenth and light – the Pantone colours for 2021 are perfectly representing these two essential needs:
Pantone colours of the year 2021 and Gunold threads. Arrangement and photo by Reiner Knochel
Gunold Poly thread on fabric by Sam Fashion Italy, design and embroidery by Irene Körting,Reutlingen University
Nature is one of the most powerful partners these days. Where can you go to fill up your batteries? There is almost no other way than to enjoy a long walk in the forest, near the river or on the countryside. Getting shelter and protection, snuggling cosy natural fabrics.
Gunold COTTY on fabric by Bananatex, Design by GS UK
Gunold POLY on cork material by Sam Fashion Italy, design and embroidery by Jessica Dersch, Modefachschule Sigmaringen
On the other hand, we need colour. Strong colours like pink as well as other monochrome shades to express confidence, strength and optimism.
Gunold Sulky viscose, design by GS UK, photo by Reiner Knochel
Wrinkles are back ! Either the fabrics are washed or treated accordingly to get this kind of imperfect look. Easy, laid-back and comfortable.
We were speaking about the power of nature already. However, creative minds take it a step further and use nature as inspiration for alienation and reinterpretations, combining traditional materials and patterns with high-tech materials and techniques…
Gunold Poly and reflective transfer dots by Regine IQtrim, design by Sandra Schellhammer, Hochschule Pforzheim, photo by Reiner Knochel
Gunold Poly fluorescent on reflective fabric by Sam Fashion Italy, Design by GS UK, photo by Reiner Knochel
In this spirit, dare to be different, dare to do and never give up being creative and innovative !
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See you soon, I hope ! All the best, Reiner