3D Lava Dress

Geometric and highly wearable, the 3D Lava dress features a gradient effect from bottom to top and a natural dye treatment. A true batwing knit dress with a faux rib worked using the punch lace technique.

The three-dimensional effect is achieved through the alternating processing of Cashmere and Exté 2.7 SOFT, an elastic yarn: once the tension is released at the end of machine production, the elastic retracts, allowing the stitches to push outward, recreating a relief effect that is soft to the touch. The 3D Lava dress can be considered a prototype for a customizable collection, as the three-dimensional effect can be reproduced in various designs.

The garment is produced in white, dyed using a roller flat method with natural colors derived from plants and fruits.

Design: 
Vittorio Branchizio

Yarns: 
Cashmere 2/27 - 100% WS - Loro Piana 
Exté 2.7 SOFT - EA/PA - MIC

Machinery: 
SWG XR 15G

Gauge:
15

Processes: 
Stocking Stitch, Punch Lace