TRENDS

We are happy to begin our new FW 27/28 Trend Byte series! We have lots of information to share over the next several weeks, so please be sure to check back often!

The major macro-trends in the FW 27/28 Textile Trend report are categorized as Corp-core, Quiet Consumption and Circular Fashion and encompass the following sub-trends: 

Winter Essential – Core winter activewear for functional mindset

Office Ready Tech – Versatility to office daily wear

Relaxed Outdoor – Built for comfort, ready for active

All – Round Recovery – Single fabric, infinite intimates

Each sub-trend has four themes, which we will be covering in our Trend Byte series. Let’s begin!

The first Winter essential theme is called Journey in Motion –performance activewear with enhanced functional fabrics. 

Enhanced functional activewear in diverse constructions has become essential for active and outdoor activities during the winter season. With the rise of various activities, consumers are seeking enhanced performance gear with features such as improved thermoregulation, comfortable stretch, and a soft hand feel achieved through brushed surfaces. These materials retain body heat, maintain optimal temperature while providing excellent stretch and recovery for unrestricted movement. This balance of comfort, functionality, and durability makes them ideal for performance activewear.

Our recommended yarns, fabrics and applications for Journey in Motion include: 

Key Yarns

·       CREORA® EasyFlex Spandex/Elastane: an easy spandex that provides a luxuriously soft feel on the body. It stretches more smoothly than conventional spandex and shows excellent recovery allowing you to move more comfortably and freely in everyday items such as hosiery, socks, underwear, leggings, and active wear. It maintains a long-lasting comfortable fit and allows for size inclusivity where one size can fit various body types. 

Key Yarns

• CREORA® EasyFlex Spandex/Elastane: an easy spandex that provides a luxuriously soft feel on the body. It stretches more smoothly than conventional spandex and shows excellent recovery allowing you to move more comfortably and freely in everyday items such as hosiery, socks, underwear, leggings, and active wear. It maintains a long-lasting comfortable fit and allows for size inclusivity where one size can fit various body types. 
• CREORA® Fresh Spandex/Elastane: a deodorizing functional spandex that neutralizes the source of perspiration & foot odor. Its deodorizing performance is built into the yarn, so it will never washout. 
• regen™ Askin Polyester: 100% recycled polyester with cooling action 
• regen™ Aqua-x Nylon: 100% recycled nylon with cooling action. 
• regen™ Aerolight Polyester: a lightweight 100% recycled polyester providing outstanding moisture management function and refreshing feel
• regen™ Aeroheat Polyester: a heat-generating polyester that absorbs light from sources such as sunlight and fluorescent lamps, releasing heat.

Suggested Fabrics 

In this theme, we will introduce upgraded functional fabrics designed to support a wide range of activities. As more people continue to enjoy outdoor pursuits even in colder weather, there is a growing demand for high-performance activewear that can keep up with both environmental challenges and dynamic movement.

Comfortable stretch waffle with functional performance/Soft brushed interlock/Stretch jersey and tricot fabric

Suggested Applications

Comfort active tops and bottoms/Soft touch mid-layers/Athletic outerwear jacket

Please contact us for more information on our textile trends, performance yarns, and fabric suggestions by clicking on the subscribe button and sharing and note. We will move on to our second  Winter Essential theme, Grid Adventure, on Thursday.