Two leading brands, one from the textile world, ISKO, and one from the apparel world, O’Neill have joined forces in creating the world’s first denim board short. Part of the O’Neill Hybrid range, this new innovative swimwear concept bridges the gap between land and sea.

Too much sun can do you harm. Ultraviolet rays (UV rays) in particular can cause lasting damage to eyes and skin. Outdoor textiles offer protection.

Oeko-Tex has released the results from a commissioned “The Key To Confidence” online study, where more than 11,000 clothing and home textile consumers participated globally. The results confirmed that Millennials think differently about textile sustainability.

Spring/Summer 2020 launches into the new decade with a new color palette and a sense of hope and positivity. ISPO Textrends has opened the application for textile and trim manufacturers to submit their latest developments that will define the season. 

Wearable technology is becoming an increasingly important sector in the sportswear sector. A new collaboration between EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) manufacturer Valmed and FENC (Far Eastern New Century) has seen the launch of embedded smart apparel.

One area that is growing is the bio sector, as bio-based ingredients with biodegradable aspects become increasingly popular in offering a wider range of products towards the sustainable cause.

In the sports and outdoors sector, testing is integral part of the process, from the analyzing of textile ingredients in testing labs and brands conducting numerous fits, samples and wearability to ensure their brands deliver what they say they deliver, an important aspect as transparency grows across the board, driven by the consumer. In today’s competitive world you have to be true to your product’s claims.