In March – What does Princess Diana’s dress, a Victoria’s Secret bra, and a high-tech drone have in common? They’re all made with St. Gallen embroidery! How is that possible? Forster Rohner, Jakob Schlaepfer, Inter-Spitzen, and Biontec will demonstrate exactly that on May 4, 2024, at the newly renovated Creative House of the Forster Group.
In the eastern part of St. Gallen, a creative hub has emerged over the past few years. The renovation of the Creative House at Flurhofstrasse 150 is now complete, marking a significant transformation. Here, around 200 employees channel their creativity and utilize cutting-edge technologies to bring textile dreams to life for the next Fashion Week in Paris or Milan, while also developing high-tech products.
Stitching into the Future
“Today, the environment surrounding the St. Gallen embroidery tradition is incredibly diverse, exciting, and challenging,” says Emanuel Forster, CEO of Forster Rohner AG. “With the renovation of our St. Gallen site, we’ve created the necessary space to address these new opportunities and needs in a modern way,” Forster continues. Sustainable investments in an innovative machinery park and bright, open office spaces demonstrate a clear commitment to both the location and the industry.
Inspiration for the Public
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, the Forster Group invites the public from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for guided tours and presentations at the Creative House. For one day, visitors will have the chance to look over the shoulders of designers, production staff, and many other employees of the Forster Group and experience the full spectrum of embroidery at Inspiration Day.
To avoid possible waiting times, visitors will need a free ticket for the guided tours and presentations. These tickets can be booked online for specific time slots. The following tours and presentations will be offered:
- Jakob Schlaepfer: "Textile Innovation: From St. Gallen to the Catwalks of International Fashion Capitals"
- BIONTEC: "Embroidered High-Tech Drones and Bicycle Brake Levers: How Does That Work?"
- Forster Willi: "Embroidery Legends in Fashion History: Then and Now"
- FRTI: "Stitched Future: Intelligent Textiles That Heat, Illuminate, and Conduct"
- Forster Rohner Lingerie: "Seductive Revolution: How Digital Innovations Are Transforming Embroidery in the Global Lingerie Market"
- Inter-Spitzen: "How to Make a Bra Beautiful and Comfortable: What an Embroidery Manufacturer for Lingerie Must Consider"
In addition to guided tours and presentations, the Forster Group will offer the following activities at Inspiration Day (no pre-registration required):
- Outlet Sale: St. Gallen embroidery and accessories at attractive prices
- Exhibition: Stories from the St. Gallen community’s Kinderfest
- Children's Program: Embroidery craft fun for kids
- Catering: Affordable food and beverages will be available from the in-house canteen at Inspiration Day.
Flyer: Inspiration Day 2024
