The Art of Design Issue 26 2017 | Page 134

134 Cashmere Rebel We love the creations of Cashmere Rebel London, an emerging accessory brand specialising in cutting edge, crystal-embellished accessories made of fine natural fibres. Their unique scarves, shawls, wraps and ponchos are hand-finished with sparkling crystal embellishments in their London studio. Striking designs that are classy with a sophisticated twist are Cashmere Rebel’s signature style. The young company already counts an impressive number of quality stockists nationwide as well as abroad. Cashmere Rebel’s Bespoke Department offers unique, corporate design solutions for high profile clients such as the Historic Royal Palaces. Director Tina Awtani says: “We strive to sustainably creating classy and casual accessories with a subtle, yet glamorous touch of sparkle; all designed to underline the unique personality and style of our customers." www.cashmererebel.co.uk 63 Hydra Active™ textiles hydrate while you fly A new range of micro-encapsulated fabrics put wellbeing first for travellers and hospitality customers. Pioneering brand, Hydra Active™, has launched a new technical fabric that incorporates exclusive Celessence™ microcapsule technology to enhance the wellbeing of travellers across the globe. The technology was launched with Hydra Active™ sleep suits designed exclusively for Emirates airline. Born out of the realisation that the average traveller comes into contact with hundreds of textiles in any one journey, Hydra Active™, a Matrix brand, recognised an opportunity to use these touch points as a way to boost customer experience and combat the trials and discomforts often associated with travel. From airline sleepsuits, headrest covers and napkins to hotel bedding, towels and slippers, Hydra Active™ uses pioneering new technology to disrupt existing product categories. There are multiple applications for the technology, as billions of Celessence™ microcapsules are applied to the fabric, gently releasing active ingredients, giving it moisturising, antibacterial or therapeutic properties when worn. The range of sleepsuits are infused with microcapsules of some of nature’s purest, most efficient moisturisers and skin conditioners, such as Aloe Vera and Sea Kelp to help keep skin feel moisturised for up to 30 washes following a flight. www.hydraactive.com 64