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Technical Soft Goods Design: The Process Behind High-Performance Soft Goods
When it comes to backpacks, medical devices, wearable accessories, protective cases, or any textile-based product that needs to perform under pressure, the term Technical Soft Goods describes an entirely different category of design. These aren’t simple sewn items. They’re engineered products that blend industrial design, textile science, and manufacturing strategy. At their core, technical soft…
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Soft Goods Prototype: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Build One
A soft good prototype is one of the most critical stages in transforming a textile-based product idea into something tangible, testable, and ultimately manufacturable. Whether you’re developing a backpack, technical apparel, wearable gear, medical soft goods, or accessories, your prototype sets the foundation for everything that follows. It’s where concepts evolve into real, physical objects…
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Water-Resistant vs. Waterproof vs. Submersible: Understanding the Differences in Soft Goods Design
In the world of soft goods design and development, few terms are as misunderstood — and as over-marketed — as “waterproof.” From backpacks and baby carriers to outdoor gear and protective cases, understanding how water resistance actually works can make or break your product’s performance and reputation. At studioFAR, we help clients design and prototype…
