For my second article, “The Computed Contemporary,” I explore how pioneering designers Iris van Herpen, Julia Koerner, and Noa Raviv are redefining ultramodern couture by integrating technology and sustainability into their work. Van Herpen’s use of 3D printing and collaboration with architects pushes the boundaries of traditional fashion, merging femininity with the chaotic beauty of nature. Koerner’s focus on sustainability and her work in Black Panther blend advanced technology with cultural traditions, offering a new perspective on haute couture. Raviv’s innovative use of 3D printing to create intentionally flawed designs challenges conventional aesthetics, highlighting a creative tension between purity and imperfection.

Collectively, these designers represent a transformative shift in contemporary fashion, where architectural precision, environmental consciousness, and artistic exploration converge to push the limits of what is possible in modern couture.

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