DENIM MATRIX TEXTILE DIRECTIONS 2015 READY-TO-WEAR HYBRIDIZE RHYTHM BEACON
DENIM MATRIX Classic stretch denim continues with comfort stretch and super stretch. There is an extra ruggedness for the growing menswear sector, boys will be boys, as authentic aspect denim with the inclusion of creora spandex/elastane deliver comfort fit. Denim is also reaching new performance levels along with comfort stretch, high performance shaping through to thermoregulation and antibacterial aspects. What is key to the denim sector is the growing stand on sustainability as new blends and textile processes reduce water, energy and chemical consumption. Tencel and modal blends feature, delivering a softer and more fluid aspect and lighter finish to denim bases. Intense dark tones are enhanced through synthetic blends with creora, with brighter nylon bringing forward a bejeweled lucidity. Fillers get fancy in contrasting tones and jacquards bringing a new option to the denim market. Super stretch is slightly less extreme than previously, but for the womenswear market remains a staple for skinny silhouettes and loose fit shapes that still require lift and support on the tummy and derrière. creora eco H-550 for low heat settable, vibrant tones and the strong sustainable story creora black for authentic indigo tones and deep gray cast denim creora performance H-350 for super stretch denim MIPAN regen recycled nylon and regen recycled polyester MIPAN tri-lobal nylon for intense and lucid surfaces MIPAN FIT FIR yarns for wellbeing denim for super stretch denim in skinny silhouettes aerowarm thermal polyester for winter weights Conventional cotton and recycled cotton and cotton clippings aerowarm hollow fiber thermal polyester for winter weights Cellulosics and modal for sustainability, fluidity, luster and the all important soft touch Merino wool for winter weights Anti bacterial yarns and finishes for functional denim Casual denim range for men and women with comfort stretch Men s comfort stretch continues but in authentic and masculine structures High compression shaping denim Fashion denim incorporating new color and yarn combinations available Smart fashion separates for men and women Classic cotton/creora spandex/elastane comfort stretch denim for men and women Sustainakble fabrics using eco friendly dyes, waterless finishes, eco enzymes and finishings Authentic denim structures cross hatch and slub denim especially for the men s comfort stretch market Polyester/cotton/ creora spandex/elastane for bright chambrays and twill for bottoms Irridescent tri-lobal yarns for bright, bright crystal tones in enhanced blues Fashion-based denim - look to new colors and structures and prints Jacquard stretch denim Hybrid blends including with creora spandex/elastane Compact lighter weight surfaces for all seasons with comfort stretch Bi stretch denim 360 fit and support High compression stretch for shaping denim Skinny silhouette and shaping denim are further enhanced through FIR yarns directly zoned against the skin Glazed surfaces through finish or yarn Mineral touch matte denim semi glazed finish Colored denim filler for contrasting effect on the technical side that after garment finishing is exposed onto the face Consider using contrasting warp and weft yarns to get matte and bright contrasts Eco friendly waxing and coatings Pigment printed denim Printed denim flocked, gum and resin print Sustainable Shaping Glazed Intense
HYBRIDIZE Elements of the activewear sector feature in ready-to-wear as woven classics get comfort stretch and performance through functional finishes as designers are continuing to be inspired out of their zone. Traditional structures with a sense of heritage team-up with today s sustainable fibers from cellulosics to recycled synthetics. Compact, mono and bi stretch wovens appeal for the shaping ready-to-wear sector, offering sculpting finishes through soft and high performance lining inserts through to single layered outershell stretch achieved from the inclusion of creora performance H-350. Traditional and basic wovens and knits are updated in line with today s essential performance, with comfort stretch for menswear and womenswear key to the consumer s pursuit of fit and comfort in more formally structured pieces. and high compression linings creora eco H-550 for sustainable story especially when teamed with cellulosics, recycled synthetics or natural fibers creora dyeable low-heat settable spandex with superior color fastness with nylon MIPAN regen recycled nylon and regen recycled polyester for the growing interest in sustainable synthetics prizma polyester for vibrant tones and silky touch cotna cotton-touch polyester Viscose for fluidity and luster in warp and circular knits Modal for soft touch knits Wool for suiting weights with comfort stretch Merino wool Cotton and linen Classic wovens for the city suiting market contain comfort stretch from creora spandex/elastane for men and women Crisp and compact lightweight stretch wovens for the shirting market Classic gabardine cotton/polyester/creora spandex for comfort stretch wovens Optical texture through contrasting yarn use in knit jacquards and prints Cotton and cotton-touch soft stretch wovens for shirting Yarn dyed stripes and plaids in stretch wovens Classic stretch wovens are updated with performance finishes Natural-touch knits with body Double sided stretch knits Featherweight circular knits fit and fluidity Performance finishes update basics and classics Smart casualwear for men and women with comfort stretch Formal tailoring Shirting Smart/casual outerwear with comfort fit Formal Function Comfort Fit Sophisticated
RHYTHM It is all about the touch as powdery and ceramic aspects appeal in stretch knits and wovens. Compact surfaces hold a cryptic clue through the use of prints and contrasting yarns as optical effects in geometric formation feature in both knits and wovens. Interesting surface effects catch the eye as blistered knits and plissé textures feature creating a 3D effervescent effect. Both compact and irregular volume of raised surfaces feature appeal to be touched, which is where super soft hands are essential. Plain or crinkled, stretch single circular knit and warp knit jersey delivery fit and flare in lightweight qualities. Calvary twill and plain warp knits mimic the woven sector for bottom weights, relying on a dusty touch finish through to a natural and subtle glazed appearance. Stretch pile fabrics from velveteen through to textural jacquards with raised relief that dances across surfaces. creora eco H-550 for sustainable story especially when teamed with recycled synthetics MIPAN regen recycled nylon and regen polyester feature for a sustainable option on the sustainable signature Cotton and cotna cotton-touch polyester from the desire of natural touch Viscose/poly/creora spandex blends for knits bring bounce and liveliness to basic knits Polyester/wool blends with creora spandex for lightweight and dry stretch Linen/creora spandex for fine gauge jersey Space dyed yarns for optically textural appeal Mélange yarns Cut yarns for plush surfaces Crepe and FTY yarns for textural grainy surfaces Comfort stretch casualwear for men and women Womenswear streamlined dresses and fit and flare silhouettes Fantasy on-trend fashion incorporating the more extreme structures Featherweight porous circular knits Slubby surface express surface interest especially when used with linen for circular knits Microfine merino wool jersey for fall delivery inherently natural to touch Roving slub yarns enhance the natural touch Space yarns and mélange knits create interesting optical aspects in flat finishes Plissé knits incorporating FDY synthetics for a matte finish Seersucker and blistered frothy surfaces in knits Raised jacquard relief in war knits Bright spongy touch stretch matte velveteen and double sided knits Compact dry touch double faced knits in contrasting colors Optical digital and sublimation prints deliver a 3D effect to surfaces Comfort stretch woven corduroy and colored stretch denim knits Indigo-inspired interlock for tops Warp knits mimic wovens for comfort stretch bottoms and jackets Warp knits with a strong macro twill-like definition Effervescent Tactile Spongy Whimsical
BEACON Standing out from the crowd continues to be a consumer puller as bright luminosity shine through in a gray world. Bright synthetics bring enhanced luster from liquidity to metallic shine in lightweight slinky knits but with volume. All over sheen contrasts with iridescent finishes in varying degrees of shine, this textile direction embraces all levels of lustre from sophisticated to downright brilliance with a twist. Colored crystal perfect surfaces sit alongside enameled coated surfaces, with a glazed look for a subtler offering. For new generation luster look to liquid-like brilliance with a changeant effect, reacting to contrasting light and fit and fluidity. Surfaces in both the knit and woven sector are compact and smooth, allowing the desired lucidity to dominate and react to the light from subtle sheen to the next level of lucidity with a brilliant wow factor. creora dyeable low-heat settable spandex with superior color fastness with polyester creora black for enhanced deep tones with onyx lucidity Blending Partners MIPAN rexy for intense luster MIPAN bright tri-lobal for regular gleam prizma polyester for vivacious brights Viscose brings forward its inherent gleam and soft hands Metalloplatic yarns traditional metallic tones and new brights Fluorescent yarns and glow in the dark yarns and prints inject a sense of fun even ona sophisticated level Irridescent yarns Foil prints allover or irregular Bright casualwear separates in knits and wovens this direction can be worked in a subtle manner to the more extreme On-trend glamour for dresses and fit and flare tunics for smart and evening wear Casual streetwear will embrace this trend in knits for tops Sophisticated gleam in synthetic based warp and circular knits Solid jewel tones are enhanced with the vibrancy prizma polyester brings combined with creora dyeable Contrasting colored bright yarns creates a two-tone changeant effect in prizma polyester/ creora dyeable for slinky lightweight circular knits that have body Glass-like ciruclar knits with a semi diaphannous appearance Compact and glide-like surfaces feature in circular and warp knits Clean cut warp knits for modern applications, clean cutting and lazering Calendared and laminated transparent gloss enhances base colors Modern-look lacquered warp knits Metallic yarns raise the luster level when teamed with semi dull synthetics and creora Lightweight mono and bi stretch wovens with modern gleam through fiber content or coating Crystal surface appearance incorporating MIPAN rexy in knits and wovens Enameled and semi glazed coating elevates base colors Polyurethane prints Frosted metallic prints Illuminate Glazed Shine Fluid - Precious