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Draw from retail for color and fabric ideas, too. “Today, we are seeing corporate clients looking for more splash in colors and fabric texture,” said Chen, citing heathered colors and mélange fabric as current trends.
2. Combine fabrics
When it comes to outerwear, keep this in mind: The more, the merrier. Whether you want to create an original design or pull the best performance features from multiple designs into one product, turn to your fabric. “Our three-layer bonded soft-shell combines a water-repellent finish (durable water repellent) on the outer layer with a breathable membrane in the middle and a thermal fleece under,” Bishop explained. “So you have [something] that will keep you warm, dry and comfortable—all in the same jacket.”
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