In 2017, it is 100 years since De Stijl (the Style), the Dutch art movement, was founded. What started out as the eponymous art journal grew into a fully-fledged movement in the first half of the 20th century, becoming Holland’s most important contribution to modern art. De Stijl started in Leiden in 1917 when De Stijl magazine was established by Theo van Doesburg. De Stijl artists search for a completely ‘new art’ that is also expected to renew all of society. Piet Mondrian is a role model for all De Stijl artists. Even today, the principles of De Stijl continue to inspire many designers including us at DTMX socks dedicating 3 designs of our FW17/18 collection to Piet Mondrian. Piet Mondrian is undeniably one of the great designers who’s work has crossed over into multiple disciplines of design, specifically his artwork Composition II in Red, Blue and Yellow. As one of the founders of the Dutch modern movement De Stijl, he is recognized for the purity of his abstractions and methodical practice by which he arrived at them. He radically simplified the elements of his paintings to reflect what he saw as the spiritual order underlying the visible world, creating a clear, universal aesthetic language within his canvases. In his best known paintings from the 1920s, Mondrian reduced his shapes to lines and rectangles and his palette to fundamental basics pushing past references to the outside world toward pure abstraction. His use of asymmetrical balance and a simplified pictorial vocabulary were crucial in the development of modern art, and his iconic abstract works remain influential in design and familiar in popular culture to this day. A theorist and writer, Mondrian believed that art reflected the underlying spirituality of nature. He simplified the subjects of his paintings down to the most basic elements, in order to reveal the essence of the mystical energy in the balance of forces that governed nature and the universe. Mondrian chose to distill his representations of the world to their basic vertical and horizontal elements, which represented the two essential opposing forces: the positive and the negative, the dynamic and the static, the masculine and the feminine. The dynamic balance of his compositions reflect what he saw as the universal balance of these forces. Mondrian's singular vision for modern art is clearly demonstrated in the methodical progression of his artistic style from traditional representation to complete abstraction. His paintings evolve in a logical manner, and clearly convey the influence of various modern art movements such as Luminism, Impressionism, and most importantly, Cubism. Mondrian, and the artists of De Stijl, advocated pure abstraction and a pared down palette in order to express a utopian ideal of universal harmony in all of the arts. By using basic forms and colors, Mondrian believed that his vision of modern art would transcend divisions in culture and become a new common language based in the pure primary colors, flatness of forms, and dynamic tension in his canvases. Mondrian's book on Neo-Plasticism became one of the key documents of abstract art. In it, he detailed his vision of artistic expression in which "plastic" simply referred to the action of forms and colors on the surface of the canvas as a new method for representing modern reality. The refinement of Mondrian's abstractions as well as the utopian ideals behind his work had an immense impact on the development of modern art, both while he was still alive as well as after his death. His work was immediately referenced by the Bauhaus, particularly in the simplified lines and colors of the school's aesthetic, as well as its ideal in which the arts could bring concord to all aspects of life. Later on, Mondrian's style can be seen in the developments of the Minimalists of the late 1960's, who also opted for reduced forms and a pared down palette.
Not only influential within modern art, Mondrian's far-reaching impact can be seen across all aspects of modern and postmodern culture, from Yves Saint Laurent's color-blocking in his "Mondrian" day-dress, to the use of Mondrian's Neo-Plastic style and palette by the rock band the White Stripes for the cover of their 2000 album, De Stijl, as well as his name as the moniker for three hotels, the "Mondrian" hotel in New York, or DTMX Mondrian socks.
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There are three different ways that the toes of socks are finished: hand linking, 'rosso', and 'melo'. These days, almost all socks are done by the rosso method. By the 'melo' method, the toes are simply sewn closed by a sewing machine and so there is a significant ridge of material that remains. Furthermore, because rosso technology has advanced greatly, there are no advantages of efficiency of the 'melo' method, so it is very rarely used these days. All socks are made on circular knitting machines, a machine invented in the early 1800’s. Back then, the knitting machines were manually operated. A crank would set the gears in motion that power a circular set of knitting needles. The uncompleted sock would come out as a tube of fabric at the lower end, and all the socks required was ‘pressing and a little hand-stitching to close the toe’, according to this old advertisement for the ‘auto-knitter’. Over the years, these hand-powered machines have made way to industrial examples, but the process remained largely unchanged. Thread is spun and guided to the knitting machine, where stitch by stitch and row by row the socks is built up in circular form. The only difference being, that with all stages of the production automated, hand linking the toe quickly became the most time-consuming step in the process. Many factories chose to cut down on cost and labor, and when the fabric comes out of the knitting machines, simply close the sock with a seam stitch using cheap nylon, and chop of the excess. This leaves a bulky, uncomfortable seam on the inside of the socks. Hand linking is a technique where the craft's person matches every single stitch that is sewn together to close the toe of the sock. In the case of high-gauge socks, such as business or dress socks, there is demand for socks with the lack of ridge of leftover material at the toe, and so this method continues to be used even now. However, when it comes to hand linking socks, production efficiency drops and there is a need for specialized skill. Thus, compared to the rosso method, it is several times more costly, which, when coupled with the decreasing cost of casual socks, there has been less and less demand for the hand linking technique. Because there is less hand linking work to be done, the hand linking machines have been abandoned or disposed of. DTMX odorless socks is one of the few manufacturers of odorless socks that still operate in the old way, with the socks closed by hand. What this implies is that, when the sock leaves the knitting machine, it is moved to a separate flat-bed machine, where the points of the sock (the final stitches on the outer edge of the sock) are matched together one by one on a serrated wheel, and looped together with a single thread of cotton, wool, silk or cashmere fabric. This results in a seam so flat, that you cannot feel it when wearing the socks. Here are just a few designs from the DTMX funky odorless socks first collection "Night to Day".
Each has its own name inspired by eponymous clubs and locations from the past, present or future and reflects specific architectural shapes, geometric patterns and funky colors. Our designs arose from personal experiences and is a homage to the people, music, locations, clubs and awesome memories. Let us know which ones you like the most and share. Let's talk about odorless socks. Because as with everything you wear, quality and price go hand in hand. But just because socks aren't always visible to those around you it doesn't mean you shouldn't invest in them. Nowadays, men are looking for quality in things. It's about how they feel personally. Besides, a well-made odorless sock makes a world of a difference on your distressed feet. Since they're a necessity, why not consider giving the unsung heroes of your wardrobe a well-deserved upgrade? Below, you will find out exactly what you should look for in your next pair–fine details that make all the difference between a standard sock and a quality one. Your hard-working feet will thank you. Fit Fit–especially in regards to actual shoe size and overall style–is paramount. Sizing should be differentiated, and match your personal shoe size. The right size means your socks will always stay up, and never bind. As with clothes and shoes, when socks fit right, you'll reach for them over and over again. They'll be the go-to socks in your sock drawer, not the ones always left in the back. Fabric You'll immediately feel the difference. We we focus on using the highest quality yarns. We also use lots of variations in weight, materials, and patterns that are woven into the socks–versus prints." Wearing socks made of the natural stuff is a point all fine sock makers agree on. While quality yarns should be a given, also consider how they're treated. Extra long staple Egyptian cotton that has been mercerized will far outperform regular combed cotton socks. The mercerization also gives you superior brightness of color, and wicks better than regular cottons–keeping your feet fresher for longer. Stitching Here's a term you need to know: hand toe-linking. And why? Well, socks need to be stitched together, because they're comprised of two separate parts (the toe and the body). Conventional socks have over-stitched toe seams, which can rub and irritate. The smooth 'seamless' toes make for a more comfortable fit, and better wear. Compared to automated machine linking, hand toe-linking is performed on a machine that's guided by a skilled person. The process is painstakingly slow, and involves the craftsman precisely matching up the two sock parts to ensure the seam is completely flat and smooth. Style Like size, one style doesn't fit most. To that end, we offer a range of them, including classic, casual, solution-oriented, and sport-specific. Regardless of style, they should always give you comfort and confidence. Functionality
Here comes the most important thing you should be paying attention to while purchasing odorless socks. Besides a good grip and the right style, make sure to stick with socks most important role, their functionality. Freshness and functionality of DTMX odorless socks is a core value of the brand. Antibacterial effect of our garments is due to silver (Ag) nano particles blended into the Siltex* yarn. All our socks have antiseptic and deodorizing (anti-odor) effects resulting from the suppression of the growth of various bacteria and fungi. The antibacterial effect is permanent and can not be removed by washing.
Why do feet smell? How do chemists help to provide a solution to the problem? Why do modern washing practices make the smells worse than they used to be? What have bacteria got to do with it? In this activity you will find out how chemists are helping to solve an unpleasant problem and investigate for yourself how preventing smells is linked to acids, bases and neutralization, bonding, reversible reactions and nanotechnology.
Your clothes are next to your skin. Your skin produces oils and sweat, which end up on your clothes. On its own this mixture does not smell bad (in fact, scientists think that sweat contains chemicals called pheromones which help to attract members of the opposite sex). The smell arises when bacteria are present. Bacteria live on both your skin and your clothes and they thrive in these environments. In low numbers these bacteria are not a problem as they are mostly harmless and unnoticeable. However, as the bacteria multiply they produce waste products and these can be substances which have an unpleasant smell. A bacterial population above about 105 (100 000) per gram of clothing will produce a noticeable smell. A population of 106 bacteria per gram causes a medium smell and above 10/8 per gram there will be a strong smell. Look at the picture below of T-shirt fibers.
Now look more closely:
If you look at the middle of the photograph above, you can see that there seems to be some damage to the fiber. This is not visible to the naked eye. Look at the fiber in close-up:
It is still hard to tell what the damage is caused by. The next photograph should help:
A colony of bacteria is living on the t-shirt fiber. The bacteria glue themselves to it and form a ‘bio-film.’ This bio-film is very difficult to remove and can remain even after washing.
Modern washing practices have not helped this problem. A few years ago it was common to wash many items on a hot wash (60 °C or above). Now, most clothing is washed on a cool cycle at 40 °C and many new fabrics cannot be washed above this temperature.
Scientists have been working on a solution to this problem for a number of years. They have designed silver nano particles that manufacturers can blend into the yarn to help prevent bacterial growth. This yarn was given the trade name Silltex. Silltex will continuously emit the silver ions to disintegrate the germs molecular structure eliminating by the same hydrogen in their DNA. It does not have the same effect on human cells so it is safe to use in contact with the skin. Once the bacteria are dead they can no longer produce smelly chemicals and the fabrics smell fresh for longer. They still need to be washed, but perhaps not as often. All DTMX funky odorless urban socks have antiseptic and deodorizing (anti-odor) effects resulting from the suppression of the growth of various bacteria and fungi. The antibacterial effect is permanent and can not be removed by washing.
What is cotton?
Cotton is a soft, fluffy staple fiber that grows in a boll, or protective capsule, around the seeds of cotton plants of the genus Gossypium. The fiber is almost pure cellulose. Under natural conditions, the cotton bolls will tend to increase the dispersion of the seeds. What is mercerized cotton? John Mercer (chemist and fabric printer) of Great Harwood, Lancashire, England, developed a treatment process in 1844 to give fabric or yarns more strength and luster. Named in his honor, this process is called Mercerization. It is also used on hemp and wool. What is combed cotton? This is not a type of cotton. Rather, it describes a process of preparation of the cotton prior to spinning in which the shorter fibers are removed and the longer fibers are lined up for spinning. This process follows the carding process and is usually only performed on better quality cottons. Regular upland cotton's can be combed and the resulting yarn and garment will be better than a regular cotton that has just been carded. The term combed cotton is generally used to identify a product that is a step up from commodity type products that are just made with carded cotton yarns.
What is supima cotton?
Supima is a premium quality cotton and is 100% Extra-Long Staple variety. Because of its length all Supima has to be combed before it is spun. Better quality cotton used will result in a better quality product. What are the cotton's properties? Cotton is cool in warm climates, it is highly water absorbent, it breathes, easy to wash, usually soft. Cotton is a natural resource that is fully renewable. Cotton is strong and very durable, however it also creases very easily, as do most natural fibers, this property is not a problem now due to some advance finishes applied on the fabric during processing. Looking for a way to make your groom and his guys stand out on your big day? Brightly colored and patterned dress socks have become a popular accessory to spice up any suit or tuxedo! We love the trend because it allows the groom and his right-hand-men to show some personality while still looking uniform from a distance. When standing the dress socks stay fairly hidden, groom when seated each guy lets his colors play peekaboo! Have your groom choose a style for his groomsmen, or give them a color palette and set them free to choose their own for a less tailored look! Check our DTMX funky urban dress socks not just for their cool and playful look but also their functionality to keep your and your wing-men's feet dry and odorless during this very important day of your life.
Follow DTMX on Instagram for more ideas about how to gussy up the men in your wedding! How do you select your pair of socks each morning? One that matches your pants, right? Well that’s the rule of thumb that most men go by. Grey socks with grey pants and black socks with black pants, pretty straight and simple. But, that’s just boring! Today, socks have evolved in so many ways that even at formal events professionals are seen going beyond the match-and-wear rule. Bright funky colored socks and those with bold prints are currently in vogue. However, one has to be really careful while teaming up these socks with other clothing to complete your look. When can you wear funky colored socks? 1. When wearing a simple outfit A bright and unique pair of sock will instantly make your simple outfit look interesting. Perfect for days when you decide to step out in your t-shirt/jeans or collared shirt/khakis. 2. When you want to try different colors Show off your color coordination skills by complementing a pair of sock with a subtly matching outfit, preferably with sports jacket, pocket square, sweater or the pattern of jacket. 3. When you’re planning to remove your shoes
There are times when you have to remove your shoes, probably while going on a business trip or just because you want to relax. Of course the no-shoes occasions won’t always be planned but when they are show off your bright socks collection. These are just three situations where you can flaunt your bright colored socks collection, however, there’s one time you should definitely wear them—when you feel like wearing it. When it comes to your feet, you already know that keeping them in the best shape possible is important. And one aspect that can annoy, frustrate, and even embarrass many people is when their feet smell bad. But there are steps you can take to control odor, and using DTMX odorless urban socks is a perfect way to do just that. Today’s odorless socks really do work, and it surprises many people to find out that something as simple as using the right anti-odor socks can impact their foot odor issues. There are a few different ways that the best socks for smelly feet will help fight against odors. Here’s a rundown of some of the main ones. Most will have a wicking property included in their composition. This wicking process helps pull moisture off the skin of your feet and prevents the sweat from staying there, leading to bad smells. While they’ll wick away moisture, they also help keep feet dry. The anti-moisture design means that moisture levels are reduced as a whole, and the socks dry quickly to ensure that moisture related odor doesn’t become a major issue. Antimicrobial nano silver materials also help to keep the level of contaminants low. Things like bacteria spread quickly across your feet and are the main cause of the odors that you smell when you take off your shoes. Antimicrobial anti-odor DTMX socks will prevent that from occurring by fighting against the spread of those bacteria. That’s it in a nutshell. Keeping your feet dry and free from bacteria are the only two steps that are needed to start reducing foot odors in those with this problem. And best of all, today’s high quality DTMX odorless socks are designed to help fight against blisters and improve comfort as well. In other words, you get total protection for your feet.
To do a common thing uncommonly well brings success.” — Henry J. Heinz The quote above means a lot to us. There are easier, quicker and more cost effective ways to produce socks. But today the "how" matters as much as the "what" The provenance is as important as the product. That's why we've built our collection in collaboration with a community of people working in a factory who have spent their lives crafting socks and doing common things uncommonly well. It led to us building our collection of DTMX odorless urban socks in collaboration with a family run factory. Family business in its purest form, meaning that the socks that leave the factory are more than a product, and more than a business. They’re a family’s badge of honor. Despite profitable fast fashion trends, we pride ourselves on a traditional approach: the finest yarns and several quality checks on every pair making sure your feet are in good hands. Despite profitable fast fashion trends, we pride ourselves on a traditional approach: the finest yarns and several quality checks on every pair making sure your feet are in good hands. Our production team, located in a small Moravian town Třebíč has been knitting high quality socks for some of the world’s finest and most well-known brands for over two generations. The tradition of Třebíč socks factory dates back to 1935, when famous shoe manufacturer Baťa decided to produce socks. In 2005, the company celebrated its 70th anniversary and produced nearly 1.5 billion pairs of socks by that time. Currently there are about 120 employees and the factory is able to produce roughly 2.5 million pairs of standard hosiery a year. This high production ranks the company among the largest hosiery companies not only in the Czech Republic. The modern Italian electronically controlled knitting machines allow the production plant to offer and supply to the domestic and foreign markets a wide range of socks, socks and hosiery for men, women and children. A characteristic feature of the products is a highest quality finish, durability and soft touch guaranteed by finest cotton yarns or various mixtures of natural and technical materials. DTMX odorless urban socks are not just a product of traditional and careful crafting, but also a result of a brain storm. Apart from the sport gear no other brand offers odorless socks for more than just athletics activities. DTMX went even further bringing to the market a brand of odorless urban socks for healthy, comfortable feet, that incorporates trends and fashion. Designed to keep feet looking good and feeling great, DTMX socks are meant to match all attires: sport, business formal, business casual, casual, party and club apparel. DTMX socks are crafted with performance fibers and offer comfortable wear even during demanding activities. Antibacterial effect of our odorless breathable socks is due to silver (Ag) nano particles blended into the Siltex* yarn.
All our socks have antiseptic and deodorizing (anti-odor) effects resulting from the suppression of the growth of various bacteria and fungi. The antibacterial effect is permanent and can not be removed by washing. Making people happy is what it’s all about - If that can be done by providing awesome products then DTMX odorless urban socks will bring all day and night comfort even during demanding activities and a smile of happiness to many faces! |
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