Underdressed: Recent Episodes
Trudy Gardner
The podcast where we talk about the clothes under our clothes and exactly how they get made. I'll explore the art, practice and technical execution of intimate apparel in order to understand what happens behind the scenes in this industry and exactly how designers balance creativity with functionality, specifically as it pertains to our delicate yet hard-working base layers.
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Sofia's Course
https://atelier.sofia-luzon.com/online-courses-lingerie-design/
E14 Natalie Graham A Career in Lingerie Design From South Africa To New Zealand
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/trudy-gardner/episodes/E14-Natalie-Graham-A-Career-in-Lingerie-Design-From-South-Africa-to-New-Zealand-e26n4em
Sew Heidi
https://successfulfashiondesigner.com/
Sofia’s YT Vid about avatars
https://youtu.be/j22oh65_cVw?si=GGdhS0vBLEMty58o
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This episode features Ryan Amore, a brilliant pattern engineer and apparel developer with extensive experience across various garment types, including intimates! I had the pleasure of chatting with Ryan about his impressive career, the secrets behind honing his craft, how he's integrating new technologies, and his insights on the future of fashion.
https://ryanamoreinc.com/
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Our next episode features Nicole Holtan, a talented 3D artist and fashion designer. Nicole shares how she built her career around 3D modeling and we also explore the benefits and challenges of using 3D technology today. We discuss the major differences between 3D and AI, and how their work often gets mixed up. Don't miss this fascinating conversation about creativity and innovation in the digital fashion space!
https://www.instagram.com/nicoleholtan3d/
https://www.nicoleholtan3d.com/
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Enjoy my next episode with guest Sarah McKelevy of Hugs for Your Jugs! Sarah has been providing expert bra-making guidance across various communities and is the creator of the A Bra That Fits Calculator. Tune in to hear her insights and expertise!
https://hugsforyourjugs.blogspot.com/
https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/
https://www.abrathatfits.org/calculator.php
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Our next episode of Underdressed is an interview I've been looking forward to for a long time with Jenny Rushmore of Cashmerette Patterns! I get into the details with Jenny about the creation of the Willowdale and Loftus bra patterns and we also explore the dynamic structure of her team and business. Enjoy!
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Hello Friends,
In this episode of Underdressed Elizabeth opens my mind to the world of computational patternmaking and generative garment development far beyond what I have explored in Clo3D. I definitely still don’t understand the nuances of this process, but I’m very intrigued to learn more.
I thought this would be a fun way to tell you a bit about myself, but of course it ends with Sofia and I just talking about Clo3D! Enjoy!
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Hi Friends,
I hope you enjoy this conversation with Katy as much as I did. I'm super lucky to get to nerd out for more than an hour about 3D bodies, breasts and the implications on the future of the intimates industry.
As promised here are all the link's mentioned in the show;
Katherine Schildemyer
https://www.ksappareldesign.com/
Soft Body Demo on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/dR6lnclrKhM?si=QC8IXZx01gSuJAzC
https://youtu.be/D3L1OAfiri0?si=ZwrO7GDKssjCnRe4
Seddi Textura
https://textura.ai/
Shima Seiki
https://www.shimaseiki.com/product/design/software/
Rhino
https://www.rhino3d.com/
Lex Frideman and Mark Zukerberghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVYrJJNdrEg
Historical book on 3D design
https://books.apple.com/us/book/innovation-and-technology-of-womens-intimate/id956774334
https://standards.ieee.org/ieee/3141/10825/
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Hello Friends,
In this episode we get a behind the scenes peek at Tensengral, a company developed by Brad and Terry Jamison. This is a unique couple who have used some very industrious skills to develop braided underwear from lace making machines.
https://www.tensengral.com/
https://lingeriebriefs.com/2024/01/14/innovation-sustainability-tensengrals-braided-lace-bralettes/
Sponsor:Clo3D Foundations For Intimate Apparel Online CourseUse code: Underdressed for 20% off
Hello Friends,
Please enjoy this beautiful conversation with Madison Alexandra who specializes in bra fit education. There is no point in talking about how bras are made without truly understanding exactly how they should fit. Madison talks about her experience as a fitter and educator, and of course shares her story about how she has found this corner of the internet where she can have an impact. Madison is also a crazy talented singer and has helped me gain some perspective on chasing my joy.
IG https://www.instagram.com/madisonxalexandra/
Also check out my interview with Christine Stodley
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/trudy-gardner/episodes/E19-Christine-Stodley-Custom-Bra-Maker-On-Finding-Purpose-in-Uplifting-Others-e2celdk
Brand Mentioned
https://comexim.pl/en/
https://www.ewa-michalak.pl/main-eng.html
https://overturelingerie.com/
https://molke.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/blushbras/
https://us.honeybirdette.com/
https://mariemur.com/
https://www.playfulpromises.com/collections/scantilly-by-curvy-kate
https://www.couturedenuit.com/collections/all
Sponsor:Clo3D Foundations For Intimate Apparel Online CourseUse code: Underdressed for 20% off
In this episode I get the opportunity to sit down with Erin for part 2 of our conversation, and this time we invited her business partner Mary, to join in. Erin and her mom have been running Emerald Erin for almost a decade and its clear their business is based on a mutual respect for eachother and high standards for the products and services they offer. Come join the conversation and find out about what has been going on in the business since our last conversation and also what is in the works.
Emerald Erin's Shop
https://shop.emeralderin.com/
Becki and Chris
https://www.youtube.com/@BeckiandChris
Wool and the Gang
https://www.woolandthegang.com/
Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay
Sponsor:Clo3D Foundations For Intimate Apparel Online CourseUse code: Underdressed for 20% off
In this episode I invite Steph Thiel to share her amazing story which covers a range of life experiences often revolving around the idea of helping others through self acceptance. Step talks about the evolution of her own independent pattern making business Rad Patterns, and her unique approach to sizing.
Steph also shares insights into her career as a designer and patternmaker, which started with a position at Adidas when they were first adopting 3D processes. Her journey evolves into a process of self-discovery, and the clarity that comes from identifying and respecting personal values.
Other mentions;
Love to Sew Podcast
https://lovetosewpodcast.com/episodes/episode-24-sewing-makes-you-love-yourself/
University of Portsmouth Research Group in Breast Health
https://www.port.ac.uk/research/research-groups-and-centres/research-group-in-breast-health#education
Sponsor:Clo3D Foundations For Intimate Apparel Online CourseUse code: Underdressed for 20% off
In this podcast episode, I invite Sofia Luzon, and Lisha Sanders, to talk about the differences and similarities in Clo3D and Browzwear, the two current titans in leading 3D design in the fashion industry.
We cover various aspects, including the benefits of 3D design in reducing waste, improving sample accuracy, and enhancing creative freedom. We also address the challenges and limitations currently faced in 3D design and how these are expressed in each software.
One thing we all emphasize is the importance of combining professional pattern-making skills with 3D tools to achieve the best results. You will get a blend of technical insights, personal experiences, and a vision for a more efficient, creative, and sustainable future in intimate apparel design.
Sponsor:Clo3D Foundations For Intimate Apparel Online CourseUse code: Underdressed for 20% off
Thanks to everyone who has joined me on the journey this year, it has been a pivotal and I'm beyond grateful for each and everyone of you who has chosen to spend a small piece of your precious time on this planet with me.
E16 Stephanie CEO of The Squad; Making Products That Improves People’s Lives
The Squad
https://www.thesquadnation.com/
Pheonix Active
https://www.shopphoenixactive.com/
E15 Sue Founder of Bra Builders and Curator of The International Bra Sewing Bee Show Notes
https://www.brabuilders.com
https://brasewingbee.com/
Bravo Bella (Monica)
https://bravobellabras.com/
E 14 Natalie Graham Show Notes
Natalie's Instagram
Bra Sewing Bee
https://brasewingbee.com/
Interfiliere/Curve Trade Shows
https://saloninternationaldelalingerie.com/
Concepts Paris Trends Magazine
https://www.conceptsparis.com/
Best of Intima – Magazine with some good articles about the use of 3D Design in the industry.
https://www.calameo.com/read/001038217555c84a6fa8c?authid=Ay48gDijphgq
Find out more about the KRSTN NDRSN Design SBuilditudio here;
https://www.kndrsn.com/
Brands mentioned
https://www.adoreme.com/
https://saalt.com/
Clo3D Foundations For Intimate Apparel Online Course
https://trudy-gardner-s-school.teachable.com/p/clo3d-intimate-apparel-fast-track-foundations
E12 Laurie Van Jonsson Show Notes
Laurie’s website filled with resources on lingerie design;
https://vanjonssondesign.com/
My beginner course on using Clo3D for modelling intimate apparel:
https://trudy-gardner-s-school.teachable.com/p/clo3d-intimate-apparel-fast-track-foundations/
Sofia’s beginner course on using Clo3D to draft intimate apparel:
https://atelier.sofia-luzon.com/online-courses-lingerie-design/
Show Notes E11: Trudy and Sofia on 3D Design Software for Intimate Apparel
Episode 8 Clo3D Expert with Isabel from IDES Studio
E9: Larissa King, Intimate Apparel Designer, Entrepenuer and FIT Instructor
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It was a pleasure to speak with Harrison from Tianhai Lace and have Sofia Luzon as my co-host this week! Harrison has spent his whole life in the lace manufacturing industry, and has seen it shift through a series of historical changes. We talk about the history and future of the industry and how he has found his way into a Chinese company that maintains ethical practices as a foundation of normal business operations.
PS I left out Teavers Lace in the poll because I feel like not enough people would have enough experience with it to make a comparison.
Links Mentioned;
E3 Aashika Chakrabarti Lace Designer on Turning Disadvantages into Unfair Advantages
The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek
Sign up here for my email newsletter, and get notified about our Clo3d: Foundations for Intimate Apparel online course!
Find Sofia here to ask about her course on Cl03D Drafting for Intimate Apparel!
Larissa’s Brand
https://www.entrechatdance.com/
https://www.instagram.com/entrechatdance/
The Squad
https://www.thesquadnation.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thesquad_nation/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-squad-creative-consulting-group/
https://www.facebook.com/sqdnation
Hanky Panky
https://www.hankypanky.com/
Bibliography
Design, Sewing, & Construction:
Armillas, Alexandra. “Sewing Techniques to Create Luxurious Couture Lingerie,” ThreadsMagazine.com, Retrieved from: https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2008/11/20/create-couture-lingerie-2Accessed January 14, 2023
Betzina, Sandra. “Sewing Lycra Blends,” ThreadsMagazine.com, Retrieved from: https://www.threadsmagazine.com/project-guides/sewing-with-knits/sewing-lycra-blends Accessed August 26, 2022
Busque, Pamela. “Elastic Fact File” Threads Magazine, October/ November 2004, 51. Cloake, Dawn. Lingerie Design on the Stand. London, B.T. Batsford, 2000
Cole, Julie (Julie Christine). Patternmaking with Stretch Knit Fabrics. New York: Fairchild Books, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing Inc., 2016.
Collins Brealey, Julie. Making Corsets. Marlborough, The Crowood Press, 2021.
The Editors of Cy DeCosse Incorporated. Singer Sewing Reference Library: Sewing Lingerie. Minnetonka, Cy DeCosse Incorporated, 1991.
Czachor, Sharon. Sewing with Knits and Stretch Fabrics. New York, NY: Fairchild Books, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing, Inc., 2016.
Haggar, Ann. Pattern Cutting for Lingerie, Beachwear and Leisurewear, Second Edition. Oxford, Blackwell Publishing, 2004
Gibb, Helen. Ribbonwork: The Complete Guide. Iola, Krause Publications, 2004.
Joseph-Armstrong, Helen. Draping for Apparel Design. New York: Fairchild Publications, 2000.
Hello!
Welcome back! Here are the links we talked about in this episode;
Intimate Apparel Technical Collective Workshop and Email list links;
https://linktr.ee/ia_technical_collective
Find out about my upcoming workshop on using Clo3D for intimates;
https://linktr.ee/trudygardnerproductions
Find Isabel here;
https://ides.studio/
https://www.instagram.com/ides.studio/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYK343qL0pdEvachOeN5ITA
Is AI the future of fashion?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2WKINGygl8
41: How to stay motivated in the age of AI art
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlxSW1VTz8k
The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek
https://simonsinek.com/books/the-infinite-game/
Bias Cut Woman
https://www.instagram.com/biascutwoman/
E7: Lillian from Lilypad Desings on Starting with a Niche Size Set
Show Notes
LillyPad Designs Website
https://www.lilypadesigns.com/patterns
Upcoming Clo3D Intimate Apparel Workshops;
Part 1) Drafting a 2D Pattern
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clo3d-for-intimate-apparel-drafting-a-2d-pattern-tickets-602231128517
Part2) Creating a 3D prototype from a 2D Pattern
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clo3d-for-intimate-apparel-creating-a-3d-prototype-from-a-2d-pattern-tickets-602285852197?aff=erelpanelorg
Part 3) Grading a 2D Pattern
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clo3d-for-intimate-apparel-grading-a-2d-pattern-tickets-602297777867?aff=erelpanelorg
Part 4) Grading a 3D Prototype
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clo3d-for-intimate-apparel-grading-a-3d-prototype-tickets-602312461787?aff=erelpanelorg
Contact me;
trudygardnerproductions@gmail.com
IATC Dream Team Show Notes
Jonathan Stark’s Podcast;
https://www.thebusinessofauthority.com/episodes/do-you-really-have-competition
IATC Seed Membership Sign Up
https://sites.google.com/iatechnicalcollective.com/iatechnicalcollective/home?authuser=0
IATC Grow Membership Sign Up
https://ko-fi.com/iatechnicalcollective
Lace Revival Technical Discussion
https://www.instagram.com/p/CqTCUtAjRYv/
Interfiliere IATC members showcased
Amelia @studio.underneath
Molly @the_amora_atelier
Sofia @sofialuzon_atelier
Maxine and Caitlin @intimateapparelsamples
Upcoming Clo3D Intimate Apparel Workshops;
Part 1) Drafting a 2D Pattern
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clo3d-for-intimate-apparel-drafting-a-2d-pattern-tickets-602231128517
Part2) Creating a 3D prototype from a 2D Pattern
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clo3d-for-intimate-apparel-creating-a-3d-prototype-from-a-2d-pattern-tickets-602285852197?aff=erelpanelorg
Part 3) Grading a 2D Pattern
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clo3d-for-intimate-apparel-grading-a-2d-pattern-tickets-602297777867?aff=erelpanelorg
Part 4) Grading a 3D Prototype
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clo3d-for-intimate-apparel-grading-a-3d-prototype-tickets-602312461787?aff=erelpanelorg
Contact me;
trudygardnerproductions@gmail.com
Ruhee's Business;
Rubies Bras
Sign here to find out more about my upcoming online course on Clo3D:
https://sites.google.com/view/trudygardnerdesign/courses?authuser=0
Sign up here for news about the Intimate Apparel Technical Collective Workshops
https://sites.google.com/iatechnicalcollective.com/iatechnicalcollective/join-us?authuser=0
Porcelynne Desings - Sewing patterns and supplies
https://porcelynne.com/
Jennifer's Books
https://porcelynne.com/categories/books
Other resource mentioned;
PolyPattern
http://polyorganize.com/en/PolyPattern/cad-pattern-design-software.html
Patternmaking for Fashion Design by Helen Joseph Armstrong
https://www.amazon.ca/Patternmaking-Fashion-Design-Joseph-Armstrong/dp/0136069347
E3 Turning Disadvantages into Unfair Advantages Aashika
Aashika’s IG;
https://www.instagram.com/decadentbrat/
Underdressed episode with Sofia Luzon
https://anchor.fm/trudy-gardner/episodes/E1-Sofia-Luzon-on-Origins-e1ta6sk
London College of Fashion
https://www.arts.ac.uk/subjects/fashion-making-and-pattern-cutting/undergraduate/ba-hons-fashion-contour-lcf
Debenhams
https://www.debenhams.com/
Coco De Mer
https://www.coco-de-mer.com/
Best Pacific
http://www.bestpacific.com/
Concepts Paris
https://www.conceptsparis.com
Aashika’s Calvin Klein Lotus Bra
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CnldWN_sZmY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Lever’s lace
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5uX143hx38
Sew Heidi
https://successfulfashiondesigner.com/learn/
Cottonworks and Adobe Substance Webinar: Closing the Gap Between Digital and Physical Materials
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V46s2BP4kYw
Intimate Apparel Technical Collective
https://sites.google.com/iatechnicalcollective.com/iatechnicalcollective
Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay
About Wayfinder Lingerie;
My Website and freelance services
https://sites.google.com/view/trudygardnerdesign/services?authuser=0
IG
https://www.instagram.com/wayfinderlingerie/
Erin's shop; https://www.instagram.com/emeralderinsews/
IG @emeralderinsews
Book mentioned; Stolen Focus by Johann Hari
My #2023D Intimate Apparel Challenge
Find out more about Sofia Luzon:
Sofia's lingerie brand
https://www.sofia-luzon.com/
Sofia's Atelier (freelance services);
https://atelier.sofia-luzon.com/
Emerald Erin's Blog:
https://emeralderin.com/blog/
Interfiliere Trade Show
https://interfiliere-paris.com/
Intimate Apparel Technical Collective
https://sites.google.com/iatechnicalcollective.com/iatechnicalcollective
Welcome! Thanks for joining me on the journey as I explore the world of podcasting and intimate apparel.
Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay