Adobe Illustrator PLM Plugin for Fashion Designers
DeSL’s Adobe Illustrator PLM plugin connects creative teams directly to Product Lifecycle Management without disrupting how designers work. Built specifically for fashion brands, this Adobe Illustrator plugin creates a seamless two-way link between Adobe Illustrator and PLM.
Designers stay inside Illustrator while working with live PLM data. There is no need to log into PLM or switch systems. Styles, tech packs, and Bills of Materials are created where design work already happens. All data syncs automatically back to PLM in real time.
This tight Illustrator PLM integration removes manual steps, reduces errors, and keeps design and development aligned from concept to production.
PLM Capabilities, No PLM Login Required
The DeSL plugin gives designers access to essential PLM functionality without opening PLM. From directly within Adobe Illustrator, designers can work with material and trim libraries, manage BOM updates and approvals, and reference Line Planning and Digital Planning Boards. This allows creative teams to stay focused on design while remaining fully connected to the product lifecycle.
The DeSL plugin acts as a natural extension of Adobe Illustrator. There is no new interface to learn and no need to log into PLM. Design teams can:
- Create new styles directly in Illustrator
- Access existing PLM styles and reference products
- Build tech packs using predefined workflows
- Request samples without leaving the design file
All updates sync instantly to PLM, ensuring design decisions move forward without delays or duplicate data entry.
With live access to PLM data inside Illustrator, designers always work with accurate and approved information. Access key PLM data including:
- Color libraries and seasonal palettes
- Materials, trims, and packaging
- Size scales and graded specifications
- Style categories and reference assets
Any change made in Illustrator updates PLM immediately. Development teams, sourcing teams, and vendors all work from the same source of truth.
The plugin automatically recognizes Illustrator layers and artboards. This allows teams to build structured tech packs faster and with greater consistency. Tech pack workflows support:
- Mapping artwork to construction components
- Following standardized build processes
- Reusing approved reference styles
- Importing graded specs and measurements
Because tech packs stay connected to PLM, version control issues are eliminated and updates remain visible across teams.
Designers can create and manage a complete Bill of Materials directly inside Adobe Illustrator. All materials and components link back to PLM libraries. From Illustrator, designers can:
- Add or remove materials and trims
- Select approved colorways
- Assign packaging details
- Write and update design notes
BOM updates sync instantly to PLM, keeping development and sourcing aligned from day one.
Color accuracy is critical in fashion development. The DeSL Adobe Illustrator PLM plugin provides direct access to PLM color data inside Illustrator. Color capabilities include:
- Real-time color matching across BOMs
- Seasonal color palette support
- Centralized color approvals
- Consistent color usage across styles
This ensures creative intent stays consistent as products move through development and production.
Manual image handling slows teams down and introduces errors. DeSL automates image and version management directly from Illustrator. Image management includes:
- Direct image upload from Illustrator
- Automatic version control
- Centralized storage within PLM
Design teams always work with the latest approved visuals, while development teams gain immediate access without chasing files.
Designers can request samples directly from Adobe Illustrator. Sample specifications, BOM details, and artwork are sent through PLM to manufacturers. This eliminates back-and-forth emails, reduces miscommunication, and ensures vendors receive complete and accurate information tied to PLM records.
Built for Fashion, Apparel, and Footwear Brands
The Adobe Illustrator PLM plugin extends directly into the design environment, improving speed, accuracy, and collaboration. By combining creative freedom with structured product data, DeSL helps brands bring better products to market faster.
Learn More About DeSL’s Adobe Illustrator Plugin
If your design team relies on Adobe Illustrator, DeSL delivers the PLM connection they need. Request a demo to see how DeSL’s Adobe Illustrator PLM plugin streamlines design, development, and collaboration from day one.