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Glacier Shards Translucent Composite Resin Zipper Puller
GLACIER SHARDS explores the interaction between translucent fragments, layered material compositions and contemporary resin craftsmanship. The softly rounded rectangular pull tab features irregular ice-blue, milky-white and deep navy inclusions suspended within a transparent resin-effect body. Different fragment sizes and transparency levels create a distinctive sense of depth, resembling fractured ice and naturally formed mineral structures. A polished black-metal connector provides a refined contrast to the cool-toned composite body. Inspired by fragmented geological formations and frozen landscapes, GLACIER SHARDS brings a contemporary material expression to zipper puller design. Developed as a material-led concept for modern menswear, outerwear and lifestyle accessories, the design offers opportunities for customised composite formulations, translucent inclusions and colour combinations.
- Development stage
- Concept
- Product code
- HTS-76861
- Construction
- Rounded rectangular translucent resin pull tab featuring irregular embedded fragments and contrasting dark aggregates. Connected to a No. 5 metal zipper slider through a rigid U-shaped metal loop and a separate black-metal attachment plate with a circular fastening detail.
- Material
- Translucent resin composite with blue and white decorative inclusions; black-finished metal components.
- Dimensions
- No. 5 (5#) zipper slider; Pull tab: Approx. 33 × 17 mm (L × Max. W); Overall length: Approx. 49 mm; Slider width: 11.5 mm;
- Finish
- Ice Blue / Milky White / Deep Navy / Crystal Clear / Black Gunmetal High-gloss polished resin with irregular translucent fragments and layered aggregate detailing.
- Application
- Contemporary menswear, outerwear, casual jackets, technical-inspired apparel, handbags and lifestyle accessories.
- Customisation
- Resin transparency, inclusion materials, fragment sizes, colour combinations, aggregate distribution, surface finishes, pull-tab dimensions and metal connector finishes.
- Minimum order
- Confirm with your project brief
- Lead time
- Confirm with your project brief
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DESIGN INTENT
GLACIER SHARDS investigates the aesthetic potential of translucent composite structures through the encapsulation of irregular fragments within a unified resin body. Inspired by fractured ice and layered mineral formations, the design combines varying degrees of transparency, cool-toned colours and contrasting particle geometries. The interaction between transparent and semi-transparent elements creates a distinctive sense of internal depth and material complexity. Rather than relying on conventional printed decoration, the concept explores embedded material fragments as the primary source of visual identity.
PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT
Proposed development stages include: Development of the rounded rectangular pull-tab geometry. Selection of a compatible transparent casting resin system. Preparation of translucent blue and white decorative fragments. Evaluation of inclusion size, distribution and optical contrast. Controlled resin casting and internal fragment positioning. Curing, demoulding and surface polishing. Integration of metal attachment components. Assessment of structural integrity, visual consistency and material durability. Final manufacturing methods will be determined through prototype trials.
DESIGN COLLABORATION
Custom translucent composite resin formulations. Recycled polymer aggregate exploration. Development of layered fragment structures. Optical depth and transparency studies. Custom colour and inclusion combinations. Hybrid resin and metal accessory development. Coordinated material applications across apparel hardware.
LIMITATIONS & NEXT STEPS
Resin and inclusion compatibility require verification. Internal bonding and structural integrity must be evaluated. Inclusion distribution, trapped air and casting consistency require process control. Transparency, UV ageing and yellowing resistance require testing. Surface abrasion and washing durability must be assessed. Metal-to-resin attachment strength requires verification. Recycled content and material origin must not be claimed without supporting evidence. Final dimensions, weight and material compliance remain subject to engineering approval.
MATERIAL RESPONSE
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