Overview

I have found it very interesting and informative looking deeper into tartan with it's history and use's today. The most interesting thing I found was the fact that people are still wanting and like tartan and that designers have found interesting ways to reinvent it, 'The new jacket is low-waisted, double-breasted with two buttons, and cut in double-face Prince of Wales check. It's about giving a new dimension to a classic aesthetic.' Stefano Pilati, Yves Saint Laurent, Vogue. I would like to use the idea of taking a traditional technique or pattern and adding details or changing the colour to create a modern feel within my work both drawings and practical work. I also like the idea of taking something traditional like tartan and rather then weaving it in the traditional way maybe print it instead to change the feel of it. I found my trip to London didn't really help with gathering research for this trend report however it has helped with other parts of my work and I also collected a lot of interesting samples. However if I did another trend report I would visit London again and visit more relevant exhibitions and shops because it is a great source of research. This trend report has given me lots of ideas for my practical work and has made me look further into the industry, which I will need for the future and I now understand the practical side of tartan which goes along with my weaving workshops.