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Ember Gradient Textured Zipper Puller
EMBER GRADIENT explores the relationship between surface texture, colour transition and sculptural form in contemporary zipper puller design. The elongated pull tab features a softly tapered silhouette, an irregular textured surface and a distinctive colour transition from deep charcoal to vibrant amber orange. A polished bronze-tone metal connector introduces a refined contrast between the expressive pull tab and its structured attachment. Inspired by the visual character of glowing embers, the design brings a material-focused aesthetic to contemporary apparel accessories. Developed as a concept for modern outerwear, casual jackets and other zippered applications, EMBER GRADIENT offers opportunities for collaborative exploration of material composition, surface treatments, colour effects and functional detailing. Final materials, dimensions and performance specifications are subject to prototype development and testing.
- Development stage
- Concept
- Product code
- HTS-76854
- Construction
- Sculptural tapered pull tab attached to a metallic zipper slider through a rectangular metal connecting loop. The concept combines a solid-looking textured pull-tab body with a rigid metal attachment assembly. Final attachment construction, retention strength and slider compatibility require engineering validation.
- Material
- Textured resin-effect pull tab with metal connector and zipper slider. Exact material composition and metal grades to be confirmed during development.
- Dimensions
- Zipper Size: No. 5 (5#) Pull Tab Dimensions: Approx. 48 × 19 mm (L × Max. W) Overall Length: Approx. 62 mm Slider Body Maximum Width: 11.5 mm
- Finish
- Pull tab: Charcoal-to-amber orange gradient with irregular micro-textured finish. Connector and slider: Polished bronze-tone metallic finish. Visual effect: High-contrast tonal transition with an ember-inspired appearance.
- Application
- Contemporary menswear, outerwear, casual jackets, fashion accessories and selected bag applications, subject to zipper compatibility and performance verification.
- Customisation
- Potential development options include gradient colour combinations, texture patterns, pull-tab dimensions, surface finishes, metal connector finishes and application-specific attachment configurations. Customisation feasibility will be assessed during sampling.
- Minimum order
- To be confirmed after material and production feasibility assessment.
- Lead time
- Sampling and production lead times will be determined based on final material selection, tooling requirements, finish specifications and order quantity.
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DESIGN INTENT
EMBER GRADIENT is inspired by the visual transition between charred surfaces and glowing embers. Rather than relying on decorative graphics, the design integrates colour progression and irregular surface geometry into a unified sculptural form. The contrast between the dark upper surface, vivid amber lower section and polished metallic connector creates a distinctive material expression. The concept explores how visual depth, micro-texture and controlled colour distribution can contribute to the identity of a functional apparel component.
PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT
The concept is currently represented by a visual design. Proposed development includes material selection, pull-tab geometry refinement, surface texture trials, gradient colour sampling, metal attachment evaluation and physical prototype testing. Production feasibility and material performance will be assessed before final specification approval.
DESIGN COLLABORATION
Exploration of resin-based and alternative mouldable materials. Development of controlled gradient finishes and surface textures. Optimisation of pull-tab geometry, weight and tactile characteristics. Custom metal connector and slider finish development. Application-specific adaptations for different garment categories. Evaluation of scalable production methods.
LIMITATIONS & NEXT STEPS
Final material composition and manufacturing method have not been confirmed. Gradient colour consistency and surface texture repeatability require sampling. Colour fastness, abrasion resistance and washing durability remain to be evaluated. Pull strength, connector reliability and repeated-use performance require testing. Metal finish durability and applicable chemical compliance require verification. Actual light transmission, illumination and temperature-responsive behaviour are not established by the concept image. Zipper size compatibility must be confirmed using physical components.
