Footloose and fancy-free is the mood behind this direction as anything goes and there are no rules as a carefree spirit is encouraged. There is a sense of vibrancy combined with an energetic vibe in generating fun collections that are certain to catch the consumer’s eye. Very fashion led, there is less performance here, with the emphasis about the appearance and optical appeal combined with the sensual fit creora® spandex/elastane brings to the product.

Work this direction to the extreme or adopt subtly in injecting an element of fun into legwear ranges. This is about being mischievous and enticing, daring to be different and delivering a great range of legwear that transcends seasons.

PRODUCTS

• · creora® Color+ - dyeable spandex/elastane enhances the kaleidoscope of colors
• · creora® Soft Fit - perfect soft compression in comfort fit with soft elasticity and power
• · creora® eco-soft – low heat settable spandex/elastane works perfectly with the natural fibers

COMPANION FIBERS

• · Cotton and wool for natural touch in day delivery for socks and hosiery
• · MIPAN® dull and bright nylon for contrasting luster
• · MIPAN® fine and MIPAN® supermicro for soft touch hosiery in sheer and opaque qualities
• · Cashmere for added luxury in blends

CONSIDER

• · Prints – an essential component in delivering optical aspects on 10-100 denier bases
• · Optically illusive prints
• · Jacquards offer a textural direction
• · Anklets and knee highs
• · 80 denier printed footless tights with bold and wacky prints – take to Capri length for spring/summer delivery
• · Placement prints for a tattoo effect
• · Print sheer transparent bases for an optical effect
• · Fancy jacquards for socks
• · Digital 3D print effects
• · Shaping can be applied to the built-in briefs and boxer shorts of tights in solid tones for extra smoothing
• · Reinforced toes and heels
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  Socks take on a strong sense of humor, work subtly for a cheeky application or go full throttle in wacky jacquards for an expressive result

TARGET MARKETS

• · Update socks for men and women and inject a sense of fun
• · Anklets and knee highs meant to be seen in bold variations
• · Fashion hosiery with a funky edge
• · Updated shaping elements as function merges with fashion
• · A perfect direction for the kidswear market