PolyU and AELIS Couture forge innovative partnership for Fall/Winter 2024/25 Couture Collection
PolyU and AELIS Couture forge innovative partnership for Fall/Winter 2024/25 Couture Collection
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PolyU partners with the esteemed Paris fashion house AELIS for the Fall/Winter 2024/25 Couture Collection. Created by the legendary haute couture designer Sofia Crociani, the Collection introduces sustainable metal-coated textiles developed by PolyU.
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- 28 June 2024 - The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is
excited to announce its partnership with the esteemed Paris fashion
house AELIS Couture (AELIS) for the Fall/Winter 2024/25 Couture
Collection that was showcased during the haute couture week in Paris on
27 June 2024. Created by the legendary haute couture designer Sofia
Crociani, the Collection introduces sustainable metal-coated textiles
developed by PolyU, blending cutting-edge technology with luxury
fashion.
A research team led by Prof. Kinor Jiang, Professor of the
School of Fashion Textiles at PolyU has developed an innovative textile
technology by using metallising technology to place ultra-thin,
nano-scale metal films onto textiles. Without discharging any polluted
water or chemicals, the non-aqueous process results in textiles that are
not only visually stunning but also sustainable.
This innovative textile technology was developed by the research team led by
Prof. Kinor JIANG, Professor of the School of Fashion Textiles at PolyU,
using developed metallising technology to place ultra-thin, nano-scale
metal films onto textiles. Without discharging any polluted water or
chemicals, the non-aqueous process results in textiles that are not only
visually stunning but also sustainable. For this collection, the PolyU
team created a precious gold and silver coated sustainable silk organza
with a metallic pearly sheen while maintaining the comfort and
flexibility of traditional textiles.
The collaboration with AELIS, renowned for its artful designs and
sustainable approach to fashion, reflects PolyU's commitment to
advancing textile technology and its applications in the fashion
industry. The integration of PolyU's metal-coated textiles into AELIS
Couture's designs reveals a collection that embodies both style and
state-of-the-art technology.
Prof. Christopher Chao, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU
said, "We are thrilled to partner with AELIS for their Fall/Winter
2024/25 Couture Collection. The collaboration with AELIS Couture is a
shining example of how PolyU's research can be translated into
real-world applications, bridging the gap between technology and
artistry in fashion. We are proud to see our sustainable innovations
contribute to the creation of couture that is as technologically
advanced as it is beautiful."
Sofia Crociani, Founder of AELIS, expressed her excitement at the
partnership, "For AELIS Couture, the project with PolyU, born after a
cycle of 'sustainable lectures' jointly organised by PolyU and the
French Consulate in Hong Kong, is the result of a wonderful effort to
advance in the ecological and technological research field. Working with
PolyU has been an inspiring journey. Their precious metal-coated
textiles have allowed us to explore new dimensions of design and
sustainability. We are proud to present a collection that reflects the
synergy between PolyU's technological expertise and our commitment to
eco-conscious couture."
Through this international collaboration, PolyU joins hands with AELIS
to make a bold statement in the fashion world, showcasing the potential
of merging sustainability with luxury art-to-wear. The AELIS Fall/Winter
2024/25 Couture Fashion Show that took place during the "haute couture
week" in Paris represents an event where innovation meets grace and
elegance, setting a new standard for the future of couture.