As part of its commitment to provide students with the latest in design capabilities, the London College of Fashion (LCF) has purchased OptiTex software for 25 design stations. It has opted for the full OptiTex package including PDS, Marker, 3D modules and 3D Runway Designer.
The London College of Fashion (LCF) has the distinction of being the only college in the UK specializing in all aspects of the fashion field, based upon a philosophy of offering creative development coupled with a strong vocational focus.
“After reviewing several software packages in our bid to remain at the cutting edge of 3D CAD/CAM fashion technology, LCF decided to purchase the OptiTex 2D to 3D software," says Sharon Blackford, Senior Lecturer of CAD/CAM at LCF.
“OptiTex offers students a thorough design experience, whilst affording them the ability to explore new innovative digital approaches to producing and displaying tangible products such as garments through the creation of virtual catwalks and virtual fit.”
OptiTex’s platform has the widest range of options and parameters and is the most user friendly on the market. It leverages 3D models, ending the limitations of standard production technology. Entire textile lines can now be created virtually, eliminating wasted material and speeding products to market.
The advantages of exposing their students to the software were clear to the LCF staff, while the opportunity to contribute to the students’ education excited OptiTex as well. “It’s wonderful to facilitate the creativity of the next generation of designers,” said Ran Machtinger, President and CEO of OptiTex Ltd.
“The student designers can see their creative visions come to life while gaining valuable experience they will take to their first jobs.”
“Fashion designers and labels using OptiTex include Land’s End, Coach Leather, Tommy Hilfiger, and Target Corporation,” concludes Blackford. “The OptiTex software facilitates design solutions across several markets, and the experience gained from this cutting-edge software will enhance the employment prospects of LCF graduates.”
The London College of Fashion (LCF) has the distinction of being the only college in the UK specializing in all aspects of the fashion field, based upon a philosophy of offering creative development coupled with a strong vocational focus.
“After reviewing several software packages in our bid to remain at the cutting edge of 3D CAD/CAM fashion technology, LCF decided to purchase the OptiTex 2D to 3D software," says Sharon Blackford, Senior Lecturer of CAD/CAM at LCF.
“OptiTex offers students a thorough design experience, whilst affording them the ability to explore new innovative digital approaches to producing and displaying tangible products such as garments through the creation of virtual catwalks and virtual fit.”
OptiTex’s platform has the widest range of options and parameters and is the most user friendly on the market. It leverages 3D models, ending the limitations of standard production technology. Entire textile lines can now be created virtually, eliminating wasted material and speeding products to market.
The advantages of exposing their students to the software were clear to the LCF staff, while the opportunity to contribute to the students’ education excited OptiTex as well. “It’s wonderful to facilitate the creativity of the next generation of designers,” said Ran Machtinger, President and CEO of OptiTex Ltd.
“The student designers can see their creative visions come to life while gaining valuable experience they will take to their first jobs.”
“Fashion designers and labels using OptiTex include Land’s End, Coach Leather, Tommy Hilfiger, and Target Corporation,” concludes Blackford. “The OptiTex software facilitates design solutions across several markets, and the experience gained from this cutting-edge software will enhance the employment prospects of LCF graduates.”
