Fabrics are openly tempting and inviting as surface effects from plush to blistered attract the consumer's eye and desire to touch. It isn't just texture but a play with luster in circular knits and warp knits that creates interesting surface effects. Regular and abstract relief feature in solid, yarn dyed and printed effects, with stability and shaping enhanced from the inclusion of creora® spandex/elastane.
Jacquardtronic and openwork knits feature strongly in this direction with wovens taking on a more subtle approach through brushed surfaces and velour finishing. This direction is all about standing out, tempting a sale, whether it is from a natural source or a more enthusiastic synthetic offering. Camouflage effects, hazy and blurred surfaces feature with rhythmic surfaces offering added appeal. There is a less traditional take on metallics as luster takes on a more plasticized look. This is really about building up base fabrics in creating a diversified look from fiber through to finish.
PRODUCTS
creora® Black for classic black and dark tones – eliminating grin through or work in creating interesting effects with contrasting colors
BLENDING PARTNERS
FABRICS
Fully textural and optical surfaces are enhanced through high levels of luster from yarn use through to innovative finishing
Bonded contrasting knits/wovens for greater interest in touch and tactility through to diversity and garment design stage
TARGET MARKETS