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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Lifestyle
Tania Leslau

Best 3D printed buys for tech-savvy shoppers, from fashion to homeware

The symbiotic relationship between fashion and tech continues to intrigue. Amidst the search for a more sustainable approach to our shopping habits, many creators have turned to tech to improve their production chain. The results have sparked innovation to the nth degree.

Cue 3D printing, a technique toyed with by tech-savvy designers, which has marked a notable shift in how we make things. 3D printing is the process of constructing three-dimensional solid objects by laying down multiple thin layers of a material in succession. Rather than segments being cut from a block of material to create an item, 3D printing champions an additive process, meaning less fabric is wasted.

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