3d seamless knitting is a technology that allows an entire garment to be knit with no seams. this production method is considered a sustainable practice due to its reduction in waste and labor. by only using the necessary materials, the producers will be more efficient in their manufacturing process. this production method is similar to seamless knitting, although traditional seamless knitting requires stitching to complete the garment while 3d seamless knitting creates the entire garment, eliminating additional work. the garments are designed using 3d software unlike traditional flat patterns. shima seiki and stoll are currently the two primary manufacturers of the technology. the technology is produced through the use of solar energy and they are selling to brands like max mara.