The Colombian designer Neyla Coronel and the Israeli company Balena Science, which specializes in the production of bio-based materials, have developed a fully compostable, 3D printed bra from Balena.Filaflex.
Balena.Filatex is a flexible, bio-based filament that was developed together with the Spanish pioneer for flexible 3D printing filaments, recreus. “Working with Balena.Filaflex was a breakthrough,” says Coronel, who had previously experimented with prototypes from PLA and TPU. “Its flexibility is essential for something that is worn so close to the body. In addition, it is bio -based, compostable and recyclable. This not only makes the garment sustainable, but also sensible.”
The softness and elasticity of the material enabled coronel to bring complex, body -friendly geometries to life. In this way, it was able to rethink the form and structure and take into account that breast size, body shape and comfort change over time and that intimate clothing should adapt to these changes.
With the help of parametric modeling, 3D scanning and computer-aided geometry, the designer also developed a workflow, in which each BH can be individually adapted and adapts to the body dimensions, movements and changes over time. The heart of the structure forms a special pattern that extends and contracts with the wearer.
The project, which was created during the postgraduate studies of the multidisciplinary designer, is a clear signal for how circular 3D printing materials such as Balena.filaflex can open new opportunities in underwear, fashion and beyond.
“Balena.filaflex is not just a filament – it is an invitation to rethink the way products are produced, worn and disposed of,” says Coronel. “Designer invites you to reconsider what is possible and expand the possibilities of 3D printing in fashion-especially for clothes that move and have to react to the human body.”
The designer is currently exploring further possible uses, from underwear to shoes to furniture.