Key Takeaway
- Open the CONNECT tab in CLO’s library to browse sewing patterns and materials, and keep downloaded files in a separate project folder for easy access.
- Use CONNECT assets in CLO projects to test 2D pattern edits and 3D garment simulation before rendering.
- CONNECT offers free and paid listings; check each listing for current prices and terms.
CLO lets teams create and edit 2D patterns alongside 3D garment simulation, so a collar or dart adjustment can be reviewed on an avatar before rendering. For a useful starting point, CLO-SET CONNECT offers downloadable patterns, fabrics, avatars, and other assets for use in CLO projects.
Asset Download Steps
- Open CONNECT in the CLO library and search for available items.
- Select and download patterns, fabrics, avatars, poses, motions, accessories, or background scenes for direct use in your projects.
- Keep downloaded assets in a project folder where your team can find them again.
Checking Asset Types
CONNECT makes patterns, fabrics, avatars, and other digital assets available from the CLO library. Choose items that fit the question you’re testing, whether that’s editing a pattern or reviewing a garment simulation.
Keeping downloaded trims, patterns, and other assets in a project folder makes them easier to find when you return to the work.
Running Pre-Render Checks
CLO supports 2D pattern creation and editing alongside 3D garment simulation, with the two views kept in sync. Adjust a collar stand or shift a dart in 2D, then simulate the garment on an avatar to review the result before rendering.
CLO’s Fit Maps offer another way to review garment fit alongside 3D drape. The four options are Strain Map, Stress Map, Fit Map, and Pressure Map.
When the pattern and fit review is ready, the Tech Pack via CLO-SET command sends the 3D garment to CLO-SET. CLO-SET supports tech-pack creation from the uploaded garment, giving teams a way to carry the reviewed design into documentation.
Free and Paid Access
A CONNECT account gives you access to the marketplace. The Individual plan also includes access to the platform, online tutorials, the software manual, the community forum, and customer service.
CONNECT includes both free and paid listings. Account holders can download patterns, fabrics, avatars, accessories, and scenes; check a listing and the checkout details for current prices and purchase terms.
Marketplace Scope
| Marketplace | Account Requirement | Pricing Structure | Available Asset Types | Direct Project Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLO-SET CONNECT | CONNECT account required | Free and paid; check listings for current prices and terms | Patterns, fabrics, accessories, avatars, motions, poses, background scenes | Direct use in CLO projects via in-app library tab |
CLO Virtual Fashion official support site (support.clo3d.com)
FAQ
Can I find free 3D clothing assets for testing technical design workflows before rendering?
Yes. CLO-SET CONNECT has free and paid assets. In CLO, you can test 2D pattern edits and 3D garment simulation before rendering or sending the garment to CLO-SET for tech-pack creation.
How do I access the marketplace from inside the software?
You can search for downloadable assets directly by opening the CONNECT tab located in the CLO library.
What currency is used if I decide to buy a paid asset on the marketplace?
CONNECT offers free and paid listings. Check the item listing and checkout details for the current price and currency before buying.