ISPO Textrends Criteria Spring/Summer

DEFINITION
Evaluate the primary performance of the product in improving the wearer's activity level; enhanced performance like moisture management; energizing properties; FIR fabrics; compression

PROCEDURE
According to international textile standards. If two or more samples are on the same level, the construction, style, colors added value etc. will be compared

DEFINITION
Touch and feel (may also apply to a multi-functional fabric that is incredibly soft and lightweight).

PROCEDURE
Sensory test – Lightweight can be defines for each category separately.

DEFINITION
Applies to a trim or print technique. Strong fashion aspect, especially regarding importance of brand names on garment.

PROCEDURE
Sensory test, based on the jury's experience; judging based on congruence with ISPO trends, plus the use of new technology e.g. printing etc.

DEFINITION
Genuinely new development or process (use of brand new fibers, innovative combination, special fibers...).

PROCEDURE
Rated 1-5, the newer the innovation, the more points will be given.

DEFINITION
Evaluation of the product's number of powerful performance characteristics (laminated or bonded fabrics).

PROCEDURE
According to international textile standards. If two or more samples are on the same level, the construction, style, colors, added value, etc. will be compared

DEFINITION
Applies to waste reduction, low energy and water use in production and recycling criteria - depends widely on accepted certificates.

PROCEDURE
Rated 1-5 in two areas, total reduction in comparison to the prior year and total consumption per unit.