Creating a garment from A to Z
Creating a garment is an art that requires passion, precision, and perseverance. At KÔYÉ, each piece is the result of a meticulous and creative process. Here's an overview of the key steps that transform a simple idea into a unique, wearable fashion piece.
1. Inspiration: The Creative Spark The journey of every KÔYÉ garment begins with inspiration, often drawn from everyday experiences, nature, art, culture, or even significant historical moments. This inspiration can come from a texture, a shape, a color, or a feeling. At KÔYÉ, we take the time to explore these inspirations, letting them mature and transform into a concrete idea for a unique garment.
2. Design: Giving Shape to Inspiration The design phase is a creative and technical process. Our designers translate inspiration into detailed sketches, playing with shapes, cuts, and colors. Every detail is designed to reflect the essence of the inspiration while ensuring elegance and functionality. This is where the initial concept comes to life, transforming into a tangible vision of the future garment.
3. Pattern Making: The Foundation of the Garment Once the design is finalized, we move on to pattern making. This crucial step involves transforming the drawings into three-dimensional models. Patterns are created with meticulous precision, as they serve as a guide for cutting the fabric and assembling the garment. It's a technical process that requires extensive expertise to ensure every part of the garment fits perfectly.
4. Fabric testing: in search of the perfect fabric Choosing the right fabric is a key step in creating a garment. It's not just about selecting a material that's aesthetically pleasing, but also functional and comfortable. At KÔYÉ, we examine several options, testing their drape, texture, and response to different types of movement. The ideal fabric should complement the design while also being comfortable to wear.
5. First prototype: the first realization The creation of the first prototype is a key moment. It is the first time that the garment is produced in its physical form. This prototype is analyzed from every angle, checking the fit, comfort, and aesthetics. It is common for this stage to reveal adjustments needed to perfect the garment.
6. Retouching: Refining the Creation Retouching is essential to transform a good design into an exceptional garment. This step can require multiple adjustments, ranging from changing the cut to finer changes in details. Each alteration is carried out with the aim of achieving perfection.
7. The Refinement Process: On the Road to Validation Sometimes, multiple prototypes are needed to achieve the ideal final product. Each version is an opportunity to improve and refine the garment. This iteration stage is crucial to ensure that the finished product meets all our expectations in terms of style, quality, and comfort.
8. Production: The Birth of a Collection After the final prototype has been validated, the garment enters the production phase . This stage is managed with the greatest care to ensure that each piece produced complies with KÔYÉ's design and quality standards. Our production process adheres to high standards to ensure the sustainability and ethics of each piece.
9. Online: Presentation to the world The final step of the journey is the online launch of the garment. Each piece is photographed, its description carefully written to capture its essence and then uploaded to our platform . This is the moment when our creations are finally presented to our customers, ready to find their place in their wardrobe.
Creating a garment at KÔYÉ is an exciting journey, from the initial spark of inspiration to its presentation to the world. Each step is managed with care and passion, reflecting our commitment to quality, elegance, and sustainability. At KÔYÉ, each garment is a love story, a tale of creativity, and a testament to craftsmanship.
