Trends

Nike, H&M, Gucci are already investing heavily in consolidating their brands in this virtual world. © Tiendo

09/05/2022 – Metaverse in fashion

Metaverse in fashion

A new way to connect with consumers?

The word ‘Metaverse’ has been on everyone’s lips since Facebook rebranded itself as Meta and thus positioned itself as a major player in the new virtual ... By Editorial staff

Achieving more sustainability through digital technologies in textile printing. © Fespa

19/04/2022 – Digital textile printing – trends

Digital textile printing – trends

Sustainability and reshoring drives developments

Several opportunities have arisen from the Covid-19 pandemic but the main focus in the textile industry has been addressing systemic issues that were already ... By Editorial staff

Agricultural waste streams © Fashion for Good

23/03/2022 – Sustainability

Sustainability

The next generation of materials from waste

The latest project of Fashion for Good, a platform for sustainable fashion innovation, transforms agricultural waste into textile fibres. By Editorial staff

Neil Thorpe (2nd from left) and his team. © Neil Thorpe Lace Design & Draughting

22/02/2022 – Interview with Neil Thorpe

Interview with Neil Thorpe

What’s trendy with lingerie lace

Does the more conscious behavior of buyers have an influence on the lace business? How is demand changing, and what general trends can be expected? By Editorial staff

Environmental sustainability remains important in fabrics for the autumn/winter 2022/23 season. © malp/stock.adobe.com

14/02/2022 – Sustainable fibres

Sustainable fibres

Plant-based materials on rise

Fabrics made from plant-based materials are set to boom in collections for the autumn/winter 2022/23 season, according to “Survey of the European fabric ... By Editorial staff

A total of 3,600 companies visited the 34th edition of the Trade Show of Italian Textiles and Accessories. © Milano Unica

08/02/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Increased number of visitors at Milano Unica

Compared to the past edition 2,850 (+10%) Italien companies and 750 (+35%) foreign companies visited the 34th edition of Milano Unica at Fiera Milano. By Editorial staff

‘Conntected‘ – A beautiful, interwoven web of community and nature, enhanced through technology. © Messe Frankfurt

07/02/2022 – Trend Forum

Trend Forum

Intertextile Directions trends for Spring / Summer 2023

‘Conntected‘ is the seasonal theme for apparel fabrics trends for Spring / Summer 2023. By Editorial staff