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2019 Recap: our best interviews

FashionUnited had the pleasure of interviewing a number of fashion CEOs, C-suite executives, activists, academics and designers in 2019. As the year draws to a close, we’re looking back at the most insightful interviews we have published this year. Enjoy! “We run algorithms through the entire company. We basically use machines for everything...

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From high-fashion to custom sneakers: Will 3D printing disrupt the fashion industry?

Fashion companies and designers from Adidas to Iris van Herpen have started exploring 3D printing in the past few years, while designer Zac Posen wowed the world with his otherworldly 3D-couture outfits at the Met Gala earlier in May. Although the technology offers seemingly unlimited possibilities to designers, hurdles still remain for its...

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Bloomfield wins 3D Hats Off

Mark Bloomfield, a trained jewellery designer, was crowned the winner of the ‘Hats Off to 3D Printing’ design contest, beating off competition from 20 renowned and emerging designers. His design was showcased at a fashion show, which took place during the Materialise World Conference, an event that brings together leaders and innovators from a...