DIRECTIONS BY
Back to the Future
The trend observes a weightless direction across micro-fine hosiery-inspired knits to micro-light trims and accessories, through engineered structures and technicalities.
The structure of the yarns enables these materials to know when and how to react and protect, guaranteeing enhanced performance and a truly visionary approach in the sportswear sector. Artificial intelligence and automation inspire fabric construction, boosting and strengthening the motion and friction between the body and the garment.
Cool touch, compression, UV protection and anti-bacterial pose as key properties delivering barely there, ultra-lightweight fabrics that provided unmatched performance. A strong influence in engineered fabrics through body mapping specific functions into key zones in fabric constriction leads to a more seamless result.
FIBRES, YARNS & FINISHES
• High powered spandex / elastane
• Embedded sensors linked to apps to monitor performance
• Power stretch spandex / elastane – super chlorine resistant
• Iridescent yarns
• Metalloplastic yarns
• Futuristically optical heat transfers
• Thermochromatic yarns and transfer prints
• Reflective technology in yarns, prints and finishes
• Day-Glo trims and yarns
• Phosphorescent micro-fine yarns
• PU tapes – heat bonded seams
• FIR and NIR yarns for enhanced performance and comfort
• Moire effects
• Variable modulus fabrics
• Patina surfaces through yarn content or finish
TARGET MARKETS
• Track cycling
• Running
• Marathon & Triathlon
• Athletics
• Fitness & Gym apparel and soft equipment
• Active intimate apparel and bodywear
• Cross training and cardio classes
• Wearable technology
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