Metal Head

Metallics moved from nighttime to any time some years ago. Today, they are considered a neutral in fashion and are used across all markets and categories.

Designers and buyers alike have tuned into the fact that every girl likes to shine, no matter her style, budget or size.

Pictured here is a particularly soft and moldable metallic from French couture fabric house, Clairet. The company, based in the Rhône Alpes region of France, was founded as a home furnishing fabric supplier in 1929 by Emile Clairet.

Now run by Emile's grandson, Jean-Michel, the company created a fashion collection just two years ago that includes a selection of beautifully crafted fabrics made with both innovative yarns and special luxe finishes. Clients for the mill include Dior, Givenchy, Louis Vuitton and Chanel, among others.

C'est magnifigue!