Creative Design: Professional

Witches’ Blue: Fit, Form, and Filament in 3D Surface and Silhouette

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Abstract

"Witches’ Blue” is a sculptural couture garment exploring the synthesis of generative AI, 3D printing digital fabrication using TPU flexible filament, and traditional construction. Born from AI explorations, this design merges naturalistic fantasy, drag aesthetics, and wearable sculpture. The design employs a non-Euclidean patternmaking approach, where shaping devices are embedded within curved lines rather than relying on flat pattern logic. The process involved drafting and patterning by hand, informed by a 3D body scan of the padded form, and experimental reverse patterning techniques to translate digital concepts into flexible 3D shapes. The padding creates drag-inspired proportions characterized by high hip volume and curved lateral protrusions at the hips. The garment was constructed using couture standards, including underlining and invisible stitching, with the absence of side seams reinforcing the continuous form around the exaggerated hips. TPU appliqués form spiraling, vine-like structures, contrasting with sheer mesh and flocked velvet.  

Keywords: Generative AI, couture, 3D printing, speculative design

How to Cite:

Hobbs-Murphy, K. & Morris, K. D., (2026) “Witches’ Blue: Fit, Form, and Filament in 3D Surface and Silhouette”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 82(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.22728