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The yarns shown at Milano Unica are those exclusively proposed by Filo’s exhibitors in the scope of FiloFlow, Filo’s sustainability project. © Filo

 
31/01/2022 – Sustainable yarn

Sustainable yarn

Filo at Milano Unica with FiloFlow

On February the 1st and the 2nd, Filo will be present at Milano Unica, Fiera Milano, Italy, showing FiloFlow’s sustainable yarns. By  Editorial staff
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Regular updates on the ITMF Annual Conference 2022 can be found at the website. © ITMF

 
31/01/2022 – Corona pandemic

Corona pandemic

ITMF Conference 2022 postponed

The ITMF Annual Conference 2022 has been postponed to September 18-20, 2022. The deadline for applications for the ITMF Awards 2022 was therefore extended. By  Editorial staff
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This analytical map has been designed by SmartX Europe partners and shows the full value chain map of smart textiles. © SmartX Consortium 2021

 
28/01/2022 – Roadmap overview

Roadmap overview

The Smart Textile Value Chain Map

One of the major issues facing European smart textile innovators is the key manufacturing gaps that currently exist in the smart textile value chain. The ... By  Editorial staff
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ITC collaborates with IAF to boost exports of garment manufacturers. © Lnunes/stock.adobe.com

 
27/01/2022 – ITC Partnership with IAF

ITC Partnership with IAF

Boost exports of garment manufacturers

ITC and IAF signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support associations of garment manufacturers as well as garment apparel manufacturing companies in ... By  Editorial staff
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Finished goods have been taking longer to reach their destinations as shortages of containers and outbreaks of Covid-19 have halted operations and caused delays at ports. © Travel mania/stock.adobe.com

 
27/01/2022 – Supply Chain

Supply Chain

Apparel supply chains under pressure

Global apparel supply chains are under pressure as prices of fibres and other textile materials rise, energy costs soar and costs of freight escalate. By  Editorial staff
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Trend “Fitness first”: Graphic accents add playfulness and energy. The looks for the four trend themes can be seen in our picture gallery (at the end of the article). © The Lycra Company

 
26/01/2022 – The Lycra Company

The Lycra Company

Legwear trends for autumn/winter 2022/23

The Lycra Company, a global leader in developing innovative fibre and technology solutions for the apparel industry, launches its legwear trends forecast ... By  Sibylle Michel
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Fitness first: Wellness is the new status symbol! Athleisure has moved far beyond the basic black legging, as design meets functionality. Social media is buzzing with an increasing number of people showcasing their healthy lifestyles and posting photos of themselves wearing stylish athleisure apparel across a range of activities and occasions. Coolmax EcoMade All Season technology helps expand the comfort zone of the wearer, no matter what they demand of their apparel. Made from 100% post-consumer recycled resources, it ticks the social responsibility box for this growing tribe who incorporate wellness into everything they do. © The Lycra Company

 
26/01/2022 – Gallery

Gallery

Legwear trend themes

The Lycra Company launches its global forecast on legwear trends for HW 2022/2023 and has identified four trend themes, together with the Stijlinstituut ... By  Sibylle Michel