souffle

With the technique of soufflé, King can create a complex garment that is either seamless or has a minimum of seams.

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He does this by incorporating a variety of classic fabric manipulation techniques in such a way that the techniques create the shape of the garment. The resulting complex constructions required new approaches to pattern drafting, based not on geometry but on algebra. These techniques create a stylistic unity to the designs; the permutations and varied effects permitted are endless.

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The new fabric technology is what enables King to create these pieces. Man-made fibers are stronger, resist crushing, and are easy to care for—this makes the pieces easy to travel with, and easy to enjoy.

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Another advantage is, that the pieces, though light and airy, are warm to wear, beautifully providing the main function of an evening wrap or coat.

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