The current Dries Van Noten collection (S/S 2010) is texturally rich with tonal jacquards and global prints. One fabric print technique in the collection that we find particularly interesting is Woodblock Printing.
This ancient process involves hand carving patterns into wood blocks that are then coated with ink (or paint) and applied to the fabric surface like a stamp. It has been used for centuries in both fabric and paper embellishment—from fashion to home décor (the French are credited for first using in on wallpaper).
Our buy of the Dries Van Noten collection this season includes two brilliant examples of this technique: a cotton jersey tank with a tonal navy and black print as well as a sophisticatedly shaped short-sleeved jersey polo featuring separate prints on the body and collar. They are the perfect pieces to round out the minimal genius of the streamlined suiting and shirting that are undeniably unique to Dries.
Come visit us and have a look!
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