creora® Direction 08/09
Textile Directions for Intimates : Modern Sculpture
Body enhancing basics incorporating smooth and compact surface
effects ensure that today's consumer can be confident that the comfort
and support will last 24/7. The development in clean edge technology that
minimizes CMT in intimate apparel and still delivers body contouring
performance is increasing while compact structured four way stretch knits
with a high percentage of elastane/spandex stop edge curling. Selvedge or
self fabrics work through in variable modulus power meshes and micro
knits with contrasting satin and jacquard selvedge finishes. Prints also
updates this trend and 3D spacers are revised with new bright/matte yarn
combinations in jacquards. There is an intensity to these powerful fabrics
in incredibly light but compact in structure with surfaces as smooth as
marble yet interesting on the eye through optical finishes and granular
effects. Multi-function features for sports underwear as anti-bacterial,
anti-microbial yarns and finishes are incorporated alongside moisture
management that wicks moisture away from the skin, keeping the wearer
PRODUCTS
- creora® performance H-300/H-350 family of high power spandex/elastane for compression and support
- creora® eco C-400/H-450 - the low heat settable quality of this spandex/elastane limits yellowing in whites when teamed with cotton resulting in brighter whites
- aerocool® nylon for moisture management
- aerocool® prizma offers moisture management combined with vivid and deep colors with excellent wash fastness after repeat washings
- creora® comfort C-600 for smoothing and everyday shaping, enhanced comfort and antistatic benefits
- creora® black H-100D for intense black and yarn dyed stripe effects
FABRICS
- Increased wash fastness creora® performance range of spandex/elastane works perfectly with micro fibers
- Permanent performance - anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, odor-prevention
- Quick drying crucial for regular repeat washes
- New lighter weight qualities blending cotton or synthetics incorporating creora® eco for molding
- Compactly constructed four-way stretch free cut fabrics
- Selvedge fabrics matte/satin, open/compact stripes and jacquards add smooth detail effects
- Textured microfibers for a peachskin natural touch
- Seamless sector
GARMENT APPLICATION
- Sports bras - moisture management and support - 3D spacers in new jacquard effects
- Compression zones for bra tops, briefs and shorts - Active intimate apparel that supports and performs
- Free cut clean edge finishing reduces CMT - Body shaping basics with power zones
VISUALIZE: STREAMLINED - BREATHABLE - CLEAN EDGES - LASER CUTTING - FUNCTION - DRY - LIGHT - CONTROL
