How a Fashion Sketch Became Bold Orange & White Stripes

How a Fashion Sketch Became Bold Orange & White Stripes

Behind the Stripes: Crafting a Bold & Bright Tshirt Look

Ever wonder what goes into creating a piece that stands out? Let me take you behind the scenes of how I brought this vibrant orange and white striped tee to life! 

It all starts with a sketch. I grab my Ipad, and I begin to map out the vision in my head—nothing too serious, just me experimenting with an idea. The idea in this case? Bold, orange, and eye-catching stripes! Once the sketch looks right, I dive deep into the color palette. For this tee, I wanted the orange to pop but still keep it classy. I was thinking “Summer sunset meets chill vibes.”

But, designing stripes is not just about picking colors. Oh no! It’s also about nailing the thickness of those stripes. Too thick, and it’s like you’re wearing a traffic cone (yikes), too thin, and it’s just a sad wannabe of a classic sailor tee. So, I played around with a few stripe widths until I found the sweet spot. A bit chunky, a bit bold—just perfect! 

Once I’m happy with the design, it’s time to bring in the pros. For this men tshirt, I decided to work with a fantastic cut-and-sew atelier based right here in the USA. They do a great job and once my sketches are transformed to a technical pattern, the design becomes wearable art. They cut the fabric and sew it with precision to make sure the final product looks sharp and feels even better.

So there you have it, the journey from sketch to stitched piece. It’s all about balancing creativity with craftsmanship, and of course, having a bit of fun along the way!

Filip,

Founder and Designer, Starcove

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