Light and airy powernet fabrics usually stay discreetly in the background and yet they do not go unnoticed. They are used for decorative effect and to produce special designs. They envelop yet allow what is underneath to be seen, and they are the number one choice for enhancing something which is already beautiful. Various making-up and finishing technologies bring added creativity to the decorative nets. Beautiful eye-catching effects can be created by printing, flocking, embroidering or applying appliqués, which bring an air of promise to feminine, seductive garments and conjure up a touch of magic in rooms where they are used as soft furnishings. One example of this is the honeycomb structure shown here. A broad, decorative curve sweeps across the simple knitted fabric in a trail of glittering crystals and sets the colour accents with its shades of red and brown. This sparkling trail, which is intended to enhance and beautify the look, was produced by sticking on tiny, decorative crystals using a sophisticated technique. Piece by piece, each tiny, decorative crystal brings a touch of extravagance to the fabric and adds weight to the structure to create a flowing drape. When made up into a garment, the net fabric gently envelops the female form, whilst the fabric’s exceptional draping characteristics make it perfect for use as a curtaining fabric. Whether it is laid in opulent swathes, gathered into tiny gathers, or just left plain and simple, powernet fabric with its glittering effects gives plenty of scope for displaying a touch of individual style.
The fabric was produced on a KARL MAYER RSE 4 raschel machine by Vipteks Tekstil. This Turkish manufacturer specialises in producing fabrics for lingerie, clothing and home textiles, and is famous for the high quality of its beautiful products. The company manufactures perfect textiles in a wide variety of different designs in its state-of-the-art plant. Since Vipteks Tekstil was founded in 1996, it has continuously been expanding and modernising its production capacity. To this end, this textile company works closely with KARL MAYER. The two companies began working together in 2002 and their cooperation has developed into a mutually beneficial partnership since then. Vipteks Tekstil currently operates roughly 17 KARL MAYER machines in its production halls. This textile manufacturer employs a workforce of 48, has an annual turnover of 6 million Euros, and sells its products all over the world.