Innovative Textiles from Banana Fibers for the Working Woman’s Wardrobe from Trends for Spring & Summer 2021

Abstract

The aims of this research are: to study the fiber extraction and quality improvement processes of Gros Michel and Pisang Awak banana fibres to conduct experiments on the physical properties of Gros Michel and Pisang Awak banana fibres, to study the yarn spinning and fabric weaving of banana fibers in the industrial system, to design fashion garment products and disseminate the knowledge on banana fiber development to the industry and agriculturists through fashion garment and home fashion events. This study’s research methodology examined the process of fiber separation using the mechanical fiber separator, and quality improvement of the Gros Michel and Pisang Awak banana fibres. Following that, 4 outfits of working women’s wardrobe were designed, through examining the Spring and Summer 2021 trend obtained from the online database of the WGSN fashion trends. It was found that Minimalism forms have revived to influence the purchasing behavior of consumers, because consumers are interested in simple, elegant and classic working wardrobe that is not wild, which can be worn every season. Questionnaire results were obtained from 30 respondents on the attitude and satisfaction of consumers who are interested in innovative textiles from banana fiber, which will be used for developing the working wardrobe. It was found that consumer satisfaction overall was at a positive level, value and aesthetic (average 3.85), form and suitability (average 3.92), function and occasion (average 4.19), product care (average 4.11) and commercial production (average 4.07).