The ongoing trend for lighter weight qualities teamed with a natural touch continues to push a hybrid direction on the ready-to-wear front, with creora® spandex/elastane providing the fit and comfort these new qualities require. Surface fabrics range from compact and smooth through to irregular textures derived from an organic inspiration.

The synergy of this direction of natural, man-made and synthetic yarns is further enhanced through the inclusion of creora® spandex/elastane, specifically creora® eco-soft, the low heat settable spandex/ elastane that works exceptionally well with the cellulosic fibers, resulting in a continuing soft hand feel. Featherweight knits get finer in construction, given stability, stretch and recovery from the content of creora®. The overall mood of this direction is gentle and soft, applied to comfort applications through to high power stretch qualities.

PRODUCTS

• · creora® eco-soft - low heat settable spandex/elastane
• · creora® Black - for dark and sludgy tones
• · creora® Power Fit - for high power applications

COMPANION FIBERS

• · BCI cotton
• · Mercerized cotton and linen
• · Silk, wool and cashmere
• · Cupro for a silky touch
• · Tencel® and Modal with creora® eco-soft for comfort plus fit
• · cotna® cotton touch polyester
• · MIPAN® soft flat microfiber for sensual touch
• · regen™ recycled polyester
• · Full dull askin® polyester for opaque fine knits

CONSIDER

• · Featherweight hosiery- inspired knits
• · Single knits with soft power for fluid silhouettes
• · Bright and matte surface effects - take it bright or keep it naturally dull
• · Pointelle openwork knits for feminine and organic lacy effects
• · Delicate fine rib knits
• · High power warp knits for bottoms
• · Feminine or organic jacquard - work bright synthetic with the matte of the natural content
• · Gauzy jersey with slub finish
• · Fluid high shine silk or cupro hybrid blends with a silky and fluid aspect
• · Play with compact and transparent contrasting aspects
• · Micro fine wool/synthetic/creora® jersey for Fall delivery
• · Moth-eaten and pitted inspired openwork structures in cotton for Spring and wool for Winter

TARGET MARKETS

• · Smart casualwear for men and women
• · High fashion tops and dresses
• · Athleisure