New Collection - RATIO
The fashion industry faces a growing challenge to create garments that not only last but also align with more mindful consumption habits. At Trimco Group, we're stepping up to support brands in this shift with another trims and packaging collection, RATIO.
Through thoughtful design and innovative solutions, RATIO provides tools to help brands enhance garment lifespans and inspire more intentional consumer practices. By blending bold design with technical insights, RATIO unlocks new possibilities for creating innovative and functional branding elements.
Materials as Storytelling Tools
Central to RATIO is a focus on materials that bring both function and narrative value to each design. For years, we've emphasized recycled materials and monomaterial designs to make waste sorting more straightforward. Examples like FSC-certified (FSC C137962) hangtags showcase their dedication to practical innovation, while materials such as regenerative cotton, wool, and Algae Ink broaden the scope of what’s possible.
By exploring unexpected combinations, such as pairing paper with wool or cotton, we've crafted items that delight the senses while remaining functional. These choices demonstrate how careful material selection can change a product’s visual and tactile appeal.
“Our team of designers and material experts continuously pushes the boundaries of what trims and packaging can achieve," says Morten Frost Madsen, Design Manager at Trimco Group. "With RATIO, we’re using recycled, natural, and new-generation fibers in inventive ways, ensuring every detail feels purposeful and impactful.”
The Role of Trims in Branding
We believe that trims and packaging are both functional elements, but also powerful tools for storytelling. RATIO explores how shapes, textures, and graphics can turn everyday items into memorable branding assets. From intricate embroideries to clean natural fibers, each element in the collection captures a sense of identity while blending harmoniously with the garment's broader design.
For RATIO we introduced unexpected design features, such as distorted shapes and playful illustrations, pushing the boundaries of conventional aesthetics. Techniques like layering and embroidery enhance the tactile dimension of the trims, giving brands and designers more room for customization.
According to Morten, “Trims often go unnoticed, but they hold the power to elevate a design from ordinary to extraordinary. With RATIO, we’ve played with materials and visual styles to create trims that feel timeless yet forward-thinking.”
Visual Trends and Color Stories
RATIO’s visual language resonates with the complexities of contemporary life. Blur and distortion techniques bring a fresh, thought-provoking quality to the collection, while bold contrasts and retro-inspired aesthetics provide a sense of balance and nostalgia.
Typography also takes a central role, with the resurgence of serif fonts adding a classic yet modern appeal. Paired with clean lines and geometric patterns, the designs embody the restrained yet expressive approach known as “Minimalist Maximalism.”
Meanwhile, the color palette for Spring/Summer 2026 captures both energy and elegance. Dazzling pinks and soft pastels create fresh contrasts, while earth-toned shades of beige and brown bring an unexpected sense of refinement. Urban greens and versatile grays add a gender-neutral versatility, ensuring a wide-ranging appeal.
Packaging That Inspires Action
The RATIO trims are complemented by equally innovative packaging solutions. Designed to be bold yet functional, the packaging features recyclable materials, monomaterials, vibrant color accents, and modern typographic layouts. QR codes and other interactive elements enhance usability while tying into broader trends of connected consumer experiences. The packaging series is focused on e-commerce, product packaging and gift packaging for retail applications.
With RATIO, Trimco Group invites you, the brand to rethink how you tell their stories. Leveraging materials, innovative design, and functionality, RATIO provides a versatile platform to explore new ideas in identity and creativity.