3 Reasons to Invest in an Evolving Garment
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Today, we wanted to highlight a piece that can fit into everyone’s closet, addressing various issues. Both practical, economical, and sustainable, the evolving garment is increasingly appealing, not only for dressing your little one but also for yourself. Available in various styles and designed for different uses, this piece complements both everyday outfits and sports gear. Discover a 2-in-1 fashion!
Why invest in an evolving garment for your child?
Let’s start with the main target of this piece, which has contributed to the growing popularity of evolving garments in recent years: children!
What is an evolving garment?
We refer to an evolving garment when a piece has the ability to transform in some way. This can relate to a practical or aesthetic aspect, depending on the system and evolution presented. On the practical side, we will find systems designed to adjust the lengths of pieces, such as pant lengths or sleeve lengths. These can either evolve gradually to accompany a child’s growth or transform into another piece, like pants that can be zipped into shorts.
The other feature of an evolving garment for a child is to offer variations in aesthetics. This is particularly possible with reversible pieces, which offer fabrics in various colors and patterns, making the piece fun and providing two outfits in one.
What are the advantages of this piece?
The main benefits of evolving garments for children are the financial aspect and the desire to reduce overconsumption.
Indeed, it is no secret that the early years of a baby’s growth towards childhood directly impact their small wardrobe, where pieces quickly become too small, or our little one finds themselves between two sizes, resulting in pieces that are either slightly too small or too big. It is thus necessary to have a range of several pieces, some of which may be used only a few times, or not at all. On one side, this represents a certain budget and, above all, quite a few pieces purchased (although it is good to consider second-hand options).
By turning to evolving garments, we have the opportunity to choose a few pieces that can accompany our child’s growth at their own pace and in an adjusted manner. This way, there is no need to invest regularly in larger sizes. Consequently, certain pieces can easily serve a little one for two years.
How do evolving garments adapt to babies/children?
Regarding the methods used by the piece to evolve at the pace of a baby or child, we will find different processes such as:
- A fabric that can fold: at the legs and waist on pants, and at the arms and waist on sweaters or t-shirts
- Buttons or snaps: on the straps of overalls or dresses, on the length of skirts or dresses, and inside pants to adjust the waist
The other characteristic of an evolving garment can be that it is reversible. This allows for 2 pieces in one, enabling the creation of different outfits or looks for your little one without needing to purchase more pieces. Reversibility can be illustrated with color variations, patterns, or even textures, as seen in small jackets with one side in faux fur and the other in cotton.
We find more and more small independent brands that take care to source fabrics that are both baby-friendly and environmentally respectful, sustainable and stylish, all made by tailors in good working conditions.
Why choose an evolving garment for adults?
Well, on the adult side, it’s no longer the search for growth accommodation that will take precedence in an evolving garment (let’s stop dreaming, we aren’t going to gain 3 cm more…). In our case, the piece will appeal to us because of:
- The ability to create multiple looks with one piece, thus reducing our consumption of fashion + our budget
- Having a piece that follows us through several seasons, and this, over the years
How does the piece fit into a minimalist approach?
Regarding the first point, the evolving garment is rooted in the desire to approach a minimalist wardrobe, resulting in fewer pieces. Allowing for the creation of multiple looks through reversible or detachable elements, the piece thus enables a more reasoned consumption approach, without the need to invest in multiple pieces.
However, for this, it is important to choose a model with a cut, color, and timeless patterns that we will not tire of and that we can wear and pair over the years. It is also important to choose a piece with durable materials, especially in terms of closures if elements are detachable, to prevent rapid wear from use.
How does the evolving garment transition through seasons?
In addition to accompanying you for years, by offering a 2-in-1 style, the removable garment can also follow you through the seasons. Indeed, many pieces allow for adjustments in length or thickness of the garment, such as:
- Pants that become shorts
- A jacket with removable sleeves
- Trench coats with a removable lining
- Hoods and collars that are removable, with adjustable lining as well
These elements allow a single piece to accompany you through several seasons, enabling you to save money + play with the composition of your looks.
Evolving garments: urban and sporty?
Aside from everyday life that we mentioned earlier, the sports and travel environment is also very favorable to the use of evolving garments.
Regarding the first example, that of sports, items with hoods or removable sleeves can be perfect in inclement weather or when temperatures drop. Having the option to adjust your outfit allows you to choose the version that is most suitable for your practice, while being able to modify it according to the environment you are in.
Similarly, for walking or hiking, with the benefits of zip-off pants that can transform into shorts. These pieces can accompany you over the miles, either to combat the cold or to protect your legs, for example, when passing through tall grass to avoid ticks.
Another point is travel, and more specifically, traveling with a backpack. With limited space and weight restrictions if you’re flying, evolving garments allow you to combine several pieces into one, thus preventing you from overpacking.
Economical, practical, and aesthetic: let’s adopt evolving garments!
Whether you are looking for new pieces for your wardrobe or in the midst of assembling your future baby’s closet, evolving garments are meant for everyone and offer numerous advantages.
Both economical, practical, and aesthetic, the piece, which comes in various models, adapts to both everyday life and travel and sports practices while encouraging a reduction in overconsumption.
By choosing pieces with a timeless design and made from robust materials, you commit to years by their side.
Discover our selection of pieces that allow you to transition from one outfit to another with a flick of a jacket or a zip!
What evolving garments can you find on Modalova?
Good news, removable sleeves are not only found on coats; they are also available on shirts, sweaters, and even dresses!
Our selection of reversible pieces on Modalova
From dresses, hats, bags, and fleeces, surprise with a double-sided piece!
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