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At DNM Denim, the journey continues. Inspired by nature’s cycles and guided by Flow Theory, the company moves from Challenge to Focus, and now to Freedom—the phase where potential becomes power.

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HIGHLIGHTS & NOVELTIES FROM DENIM MILLS IN MUNICH

DNM DENIM

31. August 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 50 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 2 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

FLOW | FREEDOM

At DNM Denim, the journey continues. Inspired by nature’s cycles and guided by Flow Theory, the company moves from Challenge to Focus, and now to Freedom—the phase where potential becomes power.

The AW 26-27 Collection brings denim to a new level of comfort and style. With rich colours, unique textures, and thoughtful constructions, it empowers you to express your style freely. Every piece reflects the season’s trends while keeping individuality at the heart of design.

Respect for nature remains at the core of the process. By using solar energy and cogeneration systems, DNM Denim reduces carbon emissions, while their Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies provide transparent monitoring of environmental impact. All water is recycled, minimizing waste and conserving resources.

With strengthened production capacity, the company continues to honour the planet while offering denim that celebrates freedom, comfort, and sustainability.

The story that started with Challenge, moved through Focus, and now culminates in Freedom is not an ending—it’s a new beginning. The Flow continues.

“At DNM Denim, the journey continues. Inspired by nature’s cycles and guided by Flow Theory, the company moves from Challenge to Focus, and now to Freedom—the phase where potential becomes power.”

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Future Fashion Assembly, founded by Sofia Strazzanti, is the fashion industry’s first collaborative “innovation showroom,” a platform dedicated to connecting brands,

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Bringing Innovation to the Floor:

Bluezone’s First-Ever Innovation Space

28. August 2025

The denim industry doesn’t need more concepts. It needs solutions that actually work on the factory floor. This September, the first-ever Innovation Space at Bluezone will prove that innovation isn’t merely an idea. It’s something you can test, tweak, and take home.

Why Now?

At many trade shows, you discover new materials and wild concepts. But there’s a gap between discovery and real change: many promising ideas never become a reality. This Innovation Space bridges this gap through market-ready innovations, i.e., tools, materials, and systems with proven use cases and results.

For mills, brands, and suppliers who visit Bluezone, this is a chance to move past theory. You’ll see work-ready demos: centralised product management platforms you can begin using for free, immediately; digital product passports you can start piloting, traceability tools and impact calculators to measure your savings, and low-impact wash techniques you can try at a smaller scale. That practical focus makes this space useful for people who need answers now, not someday.

Who’s Running the Show?

Future Fashion Assembly, founded by Sofia Strazzanti, is the fashion industry’s first collaborative “innovation showroom,” a platform dedicated to connecting brands, retailers, and manufacturers with vetted, scale-ready solutions, bridging innovation and adoption in fashion. More than a curated digital marketplace, it provides hands-on strategic support to fast-track innovation with business leaders through curated showcases, matchmaking tools, and actionable insight reports. At Munich Fabric Start, Future Fashion Assembly is leveraging its expertise in sourcing strategic market-validated solutions and brand engagement to co-curate this activation.

Baytech-HMS is the creator of Hand Made Stone (HMS), a patented and sustainable alternative to pumice stones used in denim washing. Founded by Beyza Baykan, HMS has evolved from a material innovation into a platform for community engagement and education, best known for its globally popular denim workshops at Kingpins Show, The Mills Fabrica, and beyond. HMS is leading the creative direction of the space and interactive workshop sessions.

Together, Future Fashion Assembly and HMS are shaping a more resilient and profitable fashion future.

Sofia Strazzanti

Beyza Bakan

What Can You Expect to See?

This Innovation Space is designed to be explored. The key elements you can expect:

  • 4 Curated innovators: Each selected for commercial readiness, industry relevance, and measurable impact. Expect a high-quality lineup.
  • Tech Therapy Clinics: Drop-in, 20-minute strategy sessions for mills, manufacturers and brands. Bring a real problem from your business today, from pilot planning to integration hurdles, and leave with practical next steps.
  • Interactive workshops: HMS will run its hands-on DIY wash session, and other innovators will present live demos. These are short, practical, and built for replication back at your facility. Visit the program agenda to learn more.
  • Ask Me Anything: Meet Sofia Strazzanti, the CEO of Future Fashion Assembly, and find out why she built her curated ecosystem.
  • Roundtables: Curated discussions on tackling adoption barriers effectively and the importance of collaboration.
  • Networking Event (Day 1): A great chance to meet innovators, buyers and suppliers in low-pressure conversations.

Imagine this typical visit: arrive at the space, watch a demo of an AI-powered production tool, book a Tech Therapy session to discuss integration, then join a buyer roundtable to talk about procurement timelines. So you leave with concrete next steps.

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Special Feature: Denim After the Loom (The Fireside Chat)

One of the headline moments is a 30-minute session called Denim After the Loom: From Stone to System. This fireside chat, a part of a growing global series initiated by Beyza Baykan, Managing Director of Baytech-HMS, began in London with the one and only Adriano Goldschmied. It explores the moments after fabric comes off the loom — the wash house, the finishing line, and the choices shaping a jean’s story.

This edition will bring together two influential voices in denim: one a pioneer of wash innovation, the other a driver of future-forward production; an honest, practical conversation moderated by Sofia Strazzanti, Founder & CEO of Future Fashion Assembly. They’ll discuss the friction between craft and new tech, the pressures around traceability, and the real challenges of shifting supply chains.

Speakers are to be confirmed, but the conversation matters more than names: expect a cross-generational and candid discussion full of lessons you can use on the factory floor.

Details You Must Know

  • Where: Munich Fabric Start / Bluezone — Hall 2, Baytech (HMS) x Future Fashion Assembly (A08 & A08B)
  • When: September 2–3, 2025

Visit us at Bluezone, book a Tech Therapy slot, or join the workshops. If you make, buy, or sell denim and fabrics, come with a question and leave with a plan.

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This season’s collection for ISKO is not only a showcase of advanced technologies and materials – it’s a demonstration of how denim can evolve with purpose.

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HIGHLIGHTS & NOVELTIES FROM DENIM MILLS IN MUNICH

ISKO FW 26/27: denim that feels great, and thinks differently.

22. August 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 50 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 2 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

ISKO’s FW 26/27 collection takes action to bring to life a new vision for the future of denim – one where responsibility, comfort and performance are together, and seamlessly integrated. Each innovation in this season’s range builds upon ISKO’s long-term commitment to sustainability and textile excellence.

At the heart of this season’s innovations is RECODE DENIM, ISKO’s most advanced circular denim technology to date. Developed through recycled materials and fiber recovery innovations, RECODE DENIM maximizes resource efficiency without compromising quality. By transforming end-of-life textiles into high-performance fabrics, RECODE DENIM reflects ISKO’s commitment to sustainability without compromising on style.

ISKO continues to expand the possibilities of denim with the introduction of several new fabric concepts. We’Raw is designed to preserve the integrity of raw denim aesthetics, this fabric resists fading, shrinkage, and distortion—maintaining its character even after repeated washes. FitWise is engineered for both structure and adaptability, providing an adaptive fit with all-day comfort, suitable for a wide range of applications without sacrificing style. Wondersoft offers a luxurious, silky softness while staying true to denim’s tactile identity. Wondersoft is crafted using environmentally preferred fibers such as modal and lyocell.

Drawing inspiration from a rich winter palette – featuring deep indigos, blackened tones and earthy browns – the FW 26/27 collection sets a bold seasonal tone. A notable element of this aesthetic is TINTED MANIA, a concept built around refined tone-on-tone color effects that create subtle depth and layered dimension across garments and silhouettes.

Returning to the spotlight is the signature ISKO™ Multitouch fabric concept. Within a single material, designers can explore a broad spectrum of textures, hand feels and finishing styles –from 3D effects and permanent embossing to vintage-inspired wash-downs. Each is achieved through responsible finishing techniques that prioritize reduced environmental impact.

This season’s collection for ISKO is not only a showcase of advanced technologies and materials – it’s a demonstration of how denim can evolve with purpose.

“This season’s collection for ISKO is not only a showcase of advanced technologies and materials – it’s a demonstration of how denim can evolve with purpose.”

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This collection was born from the desire to create something that will stand the test of time —not only aesthetically beautiful, but made to be worn, loved, and passed on.

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ISKO™ Luxury by PG FW 26-27
– a collection that challenges time, expanding the present and the future of denim.

20. August 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 50 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 2 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

ISKO™ Luxury by PG introduces its FW 26/27 collection – a bold reinterpretation of ISKO denim through the creative lens of Paolo Gnutti. Merging art, innovation and uniqueness, this season’s capsules explore new textile horizons by reimagining historic materials like wool, chenille and jacquards manipulating them and bringing them into the world of denim.

His vision? To create beautiful, durable and timeless products destined to become style icons.

Each of the capsules offers a distinct experience, shaped by advanced textile craftsmanship and innovation.

HERITAGE DENIM
A tribute to ancient Japanese weaving techniques, where denim craftsmanship was a ritual. The fusion of authenticity and modernity creates a denim that naturally embraces the body while maintaining its traditional soul. An experience that intertwines past and future.

CHENILLE DENIM
Tenacity! Denim meets the softness of chenille. This velvety denim offers exceptional comfort with a lived-in look that evolves over time. Chenille Denim takes on unique, worn-in shades during the industrial washing process. The unique texture transforms denim into a sensory experience.

FRINGE DENIM
The collection reinterprets the world of furs, creating a fascinating contrast between tradition and innovation. Each piece is a discovery, thanks to special yarns and techniques that offer a soft and voluminous effect.

INNER PRINT
Hidden personalization. The innovative print applied to the inner side of the denim brings a new dimension to the garment, with exclusive patterns and graphics. Denim that tells a story beyond the surface.

ART DENIM (Digital Print)
The future of denim is art. Thanks to the exclusive fusion of flock, ART DENIM offers incredible softness and endless customization possibilities. A wearable work of art, with creativity and experimentation without limits. The uniqueness of this collection is fully expressed during the washing process, creating entirely new and different worlds.

JACQUARD
A project that celebrates innovation in the world of denim jacquard. With patterns and textures sculpted into the fabric’s weave, each piece tells a unique visual story. The second presentation of this capsule promises a journey into denim that offers visual depth and a unique tactile feel.

F-LED RELOAD
The revolution of ready-to-dye denim. F-LED RELOAD is the new dyed garment that delivers vibrant colors and unparalleled softness. Denim that transforms over time, thanks to its extraordinary brightness.

FRINGE

Sustainability is also the heartbeat of every new creation through RECODE DENIM, ISKO’s most advanced circular denim technology to date. This uses next-gen recycled materials and fiber recovery innovations to create fabrics that balance responsibility with quality, preserving the character of traditional denim while pushing toward a more circular future.

“This collection was born from the desire to create something that will stand the test of time —not only aesthetically beautiful, but made to be worn, loved, and passed on,” says Paolo Gnutti.

HERITAGE

ARTDENIM

INNERPRINT

CHENILLE

Discover the new ISKO™ Luxury by PG Collection at their booth in H2 | D 23.

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Each concept offers a perfect blend of innovation, eco-consciousness, comfort, and style.

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The Future Starts Now: Everyday Denim Redefined

Launching Autumn – Winter 2026/27 Season:

Interdipendency by Calik Denim

17. August 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 50 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 2 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

Calik Denim is taking one step further in its journey towards the future-innovation, by blending future trends with today’s needs with its new collection Interdipendency AW 26-27.

From the superior flexibility of FIX-FIT, to the hyper-stretch technology of MAXYMOVE, the modern travel suitability of RAWTECH, the authentic look of DENOVATED, the luxurious feel of LEISURE LUXE, the durable workwear of WORKTIVE, and the origin of denim of ROOTS AGE, each concept offers a perfect blend of innovation, eco-consciousness, comfort, and style.

LEISURE LUXE elevates denim to a new level of refined luxury, offering an exquisite feel and sophisticated style. Incorporating cellulosic fibers, this product family achieves a perfect equilibrium of softness and comfort, enhanced by the gentle touch of Lyocell. Crafted with high-quality materials, LEISURE LUXE ensures exceptional durability and longevity, meeting the highest standards for fabrics that endure. Featuring both rigid and comfort stretch options, and distinguished by its unique twill imagery, it delivers a truly premium denim experience. Furthermore, with its shiny and draped appearance, denim has a look that will attract the attention of luxury fashion brands and will make them want to maximize denim in their collections.

“Each concept offers a perfect blend of innovation, eco-consciousness, comfort, and style.”

Looking at the history of denim, it is no coincidence that it has been preferred as a workwear costume for years due to its durability and performance. Today, the authentic look of denim maintains its trendiness and is ready to appear in different forms. WORKTIVE of Calik Denim offers in different options like stylish canvas made from recycled polyester, herringbone fabric and heavy-duty, prepared for dyeing, providing versatile options for customized work apparel that combines resilience with a modern look. It’s of course durable workwear with strong construction. In this period when the the original denim look is in high demand, it will undoubtedly be one of the favourite choices of denim lovers.

New authenticity back to roots, so Calik went to the origins of denim and now they’re launching their ROOTS AGE concept calls Goldrush time of San Francisco. ROOTS AGE embraces the raw authenticity of loomstate denim, offering an unprocessed and original feel. It’s ultra-nappy texture, with natural hairiness, evokes a true vintage-inspired aesthetic. ROOTS AGE balances tradition with contemporary wearability, featuring both rigid and comfort stretch articles. The fabric family includes authentic shirting and mid-weight fabrics, delivering classic aesthetics with a timeless appeal. Utilizing heritage yarn and weaving techniques, ROOTS AGE represents a return to traditional craftsmanship, celebrating the fundamental roots of denim.

D’enovated

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The company is expanding its range of recycled cotton fabrics across both denim and sportswear, including recycled versions of its flagship articles.

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Tejidos Royo presents its first 100% pre-consumer recycled cotton fabric and expands its recycled collection

14. August 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 50 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 2 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

For the FW 26-27 collection, Tejidos Royo has achieved a new milestone in sustainable textiles by presenting its first 100% pre-consumer recycled cotton fabric, compliant with GRS standards, and dyed using DRY Indigo® — a pioneering dyeing technology that drastically reduces water, chemical, and energy use, eliminating water discharge.

This innovation represents a significant step in the company’s ongoing sustainability journey. Firmly believing that recycled fabrics will become the fashion industry standard by 2030, Tejidos Royo is actively adapting its portfolio to meet this shift.

The company is expanding its range of recycled cotton fabrics across both denim and sportswear, including recycled versions of its flagship articles.

With a clear vision for the future, Tejidos Royo affirms that recycled fabrics will no longer be optional, but a requirement in Europe — and the industry must evolve accordingly. This is how fashion must be understood in the near future.

 

EXCLUSIVE FINISHINGS: Color Amplify & Marble

As part of its FW 26-27 collection, Tejidos Royo has developed two exclusive finishes for direct dyeing, designed to elevate garment aesthetics with unique effects: “Color amplify” and “Marble” collections.

“Color Amplify” is a denim-inspired finish designed to boost colour intensity, without pre-treatment. It enhances depth and vibrancy, delivering bold, saturated tones and a rich visual impact.

On the other hand, “Marble” exclusive finish delivers a unique, marble-like effect through garment dyeing. Inspired by nature’s own unpredictability, each piece is unique, with tonal contrasts between light and dark emerging randomly. The result is a rich and organic aesthetic, hand-crafted and beautifully imperfect.

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FLORESCENCE describes the phase in which plants reach their full bloom and is used as a general metaphor for the process of blossoming.

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CLOSING REPORT

MUNICH FABRIC START | BLUEZONE | KEYHOUSE | THE SOURCE

24. January 2025

The international fabric trade show MUNICH FABRIC START came to a close. Together with THE SOURCE, BLUEZONE, and KEYHOUSE, it remains one of the most important fabric shows for the European fashion industry. In a challenging market environment, the organizers once again succeeded in bringing together key decision-makers and leading industry experts in Munich on January 21 and 22, 2025. 625 international exhibitors presented around 1,200 collections, showcasing the latest fabric trends and material innovations from the leading suppliers of fabrics and trims for SPRING.SUMMER 26.

MUNICH FABRIC START & THE SOURCE: “Highly Professional Research“

FLORESCENCE: The seasonal key theme of MUNICH FABRIC START describes the phase in which plants reach their full bloom and is used as a general metaphor for the process of blossoming. It can refer to new ideas, the unfolding of creativity, or even one’s own personality.

FLORESCENCE is divided into five trend themes: Betterverse, Unorthodox, Inventing Paradise, Fragile, and Lasting, which Volker Orthmann and Katharina Majorek as o/m collective and part of the MUNICH FABRIC START trend team, have described in their trend forecast for SPRING.SUMMER 2026 as follows:

 “The new trends address the courage for innovation while simultaneously celebrating the fascination with timeless beauty. They explore how artificial intelligence and new technologies can influence and improve our relationship with the body, nature, and fashion. At the same time, the associated impact on information and consumer behaviour is questioned and confronted with a critical attitude and individuality. The contrast between strength and fragility, romance and modernity forms another key focus, reflecting current moods and translating them into fashion aspects. The final concept emphasizes classic elements, which, through new interpretations, cleverly link the future and the past.”

“Two action-packed days of the trade show have come to an end, and we draw a cautiously positive conclusion. We received good feedback from both visitors and exhibitors: we are focusing on the right topics and, with our various show-in-show concepts, bringing together the key players to develop new market strategies and drive forward innovation topics.“

Sebastian Klinder, Managing Director MUNICH FABRIC START

 

“The market is ambivalent. There is a desire for something new, but not everyone is willing to take risks. With strong leading themes like FLORESCENCE, THE CORE, and TECHKNOWLEDGE, we aim to break through this hesitation, provide a pool of inspiration, and create impulses that encourage bold decisions.”

Frank Junker, Creative Director & Partner MUNICH FABRIC START

Ambivalent market: security mindset versus desire for new ideas 

In a price-sensitive, cautious environment, consumer behaviour resembles a careful blossoming: “Customers know exactly what they want—at what price and for which product. They are conducting highly professional research. Over the two days, they have a tight schedule, leaving little time to look around. Customers are focused on safety,” summarizes Oliver Schnitzler, Founder & CEO of LOOMSEVEN agency, with collections like Almodo, Eusebio, Pontetorto, SMI, and Tessilgodi, reflecting the current situation. Everything that is easy to understand and not too extravagant works, which is also confirmed by Michael Berner, CEO of Berner and Sohn & Fabric House agency, with collections like Altinyildiz, Arché, Infinity, Lanificio Fratelli Balli, and Pontoglio: “It’s moving away from plains and becoming more decorative again. Linen blends set the tone. Jerseys are also in demand for Summer 2026, but only if they are special. Customers are uncertain about prints: What is a modern pattern? Muted, washed-out, and delicate designs are currently doing well with us. The market is very tense and extremely price-sensitive. Therefore, one has to create attractive offers.” 

“We particularly liked the innovative fancy items with embroidery, eyelet embroidery and voile as well as shimmering effects on plain fabrics. Light, flowing, feminine fabrics in powder shades will also be important for summer,” says Annette Schrewe, Head of Design at Betty Barclay. Fancies were also the first step for Drykorn: “We started with the Fancies. I can already say something about that: we looked for modern florals and natures as well as graphic designs and have already found them. We have seen interesting new ideas. This is very important to us,” summarizes Angela Kunst, Head of Product and Design.

BLUEZONE: Love & Attention

The next evolution of denim: At BLUEZONE in the Zenith Area, around 70 international denim mills presented their latest developments for denim and sportswear. The key theme THE CORE focuses on trends such as Collab Now, Deconstruct & Reconstruct, Phat Flavour, Green Minimalists, and Second Hand Trends. We will delve into the fusion of tradition and technology of denim creativity and innovation. Here, a new energy of sustainability, fabric innovations, industry trends, insights into the ever-evolving denim market, and cutting-edge processes arise to shape denim’s next evolution techniques. “We live in an abundance market, which means, conversely, we must be braver than ever, instead of freezing in fear. Brands need to be desirable. They must evoke love. It’s all about love & attention. Creating Lovemarks is not just a task for brands, but for all players along the value chain,” said Tilmann Wröbel, BLUEZONE trend researcher and owner of Monsieur-T Denim Lifestyle Studio. Collaborations like ISKO x bluesign, Evlox x Lamosa, Lycra x C&A, and Sharabati x Sashiko Denim are just some of the many ways to evoke emotions. This focus on emotion was also emphasized by Hans-Peter Hiemer: “Technologies need emotion,” stressed the Style3D/Assyst CEO in his presentation. 3D and AI are the solution to translating ideas into consumer needs within a digital product cycle from design to distribution.

Join in, try out, inspire. This is what a successful collaboration looks like, and how to engage people, as demonstrated by the Denim Masterclasses of ENDRIME® X BROTHER X ISKO™ X COATS, led by denim designer and lecturer Mohsin Sajid, whose workshops were very well received.

When it comes to awakening and stirring emotions, David Shah is the one to do it. In his keynote “Quantum Fashion” about the philosophy of design, the trend forecaster and publisher created a bridge between political and economic constraints, rich and poor, old and young, as well as cultural clashes, design accidents, and highlights. He also misses the feel-good factor of fashion and warns against quantum fashion, which only speeds up the cycle even further. Innovations outpace themselves. Perhaps we should look more to the past than the future. Exnovation instead of innovation? Shah provided the fascinated audience with many thought-provoking insights.

Activator KEYHOUSE

“Good in talking, not in doing“, was David Shah’s harsh criticism of everything related to sustainability. And many market participants share this view. This makes what happened at KEYHOUSE all the more exciting: mass-market meets startups and innovators. Integrated into BLUEZONE, KEYHOUSE was not only a focal point but also an activator. Over the course of two days, exactly the right people came together here: large fashion brands with high volumes were engaged in intensive conversations with pioneers and innovators. How can textile-to-textile recycling become scalable for the mass market? Which sustainable material developments, processes, and techniques provide new alternatives? Which new technologies bring not only efficiency but also emotion? These were some of the central questions that exhibitors and visitors addressed, not only during the lectures but also at the exhibition stands.

“BLUEZONE and KEYHOUSE together in one hall is the perfect match. The synergies are amazing. From the core of BLUEZONE, the sustainable innovations spread out into the industry. We are the pearl with BLUEZONE as its shell, at the heart of the industry,” summarizes Simon Angel, the curator of the forum.

“As a denim designer, I visit BLUEZONE to look for the latest trends, fabrics, materials, and innovations. The trend areas are fantastic because they showcase how innovations like laser treatments, washes, and styles can be implemented. We always attend BLUEZONE, as the trade show is also important for networking.”

Anna Weber, Designerin Denim & Flats, Luisa Cerano (Visitor)

 “We have fixed appointments with ISKO and Bossa – everything else we do spontaneously. The Kesselhaus has always been nice. Now that all the companies are gathered in one hall, it feels like there’s more going on.”

Sabine Schweneker, Design HAKA, MAC (Visitor)

“The KEYHOUSE is the best. It’s great for the customers to get inspired and see lots of examples. We are doing our best to promote textile to textile recycling and encourage brands to get ready. The big players need to get more familiar and need to think in a bigger picture. We need to get beyond capsule collections to drive the infrastructure forward.“

Hélène Smits, Head of Business Development & Partnerships, LOOPER Textile Co. (Exhibitor)

Over the course of the two days, more than 50 high-profile trend forecasters, pioneers, and well-known industry experts discussed the central topics of the industry in around 50 talks and panels across three stages. The comprehensive trade show programme was rounded off by the MUNIQUE NIGHT. Approximately 1,200 guests ended the first day of the show with drinks, snacks, networking, and music.

After two days of the trade show, the textile exhibition closed with a 4% increase in visitors compared to the last MUNICH FABRIC START. Among the brands present on-site were designers, product managers, and buyers from adidas, Aigner, A Kind of Guise, Akris, Alberto, Alpha Jeans, Angels, Anna van Toor, Armedangels, Atelier Gardeur, Baldessarini, BASF, Best Secret, Betty Barclay, Black Palms The Label, Brax, BMW, Bogner, Bugatti, Burda, C&A, Calida, Calzedonia, Carhartt, Cecil, Ceres, Cinque, Comma, Coop, Digel, Drykorn, Escada, Gerry Weber, HEAD Sport, Herrlicher, Hessnatur, Holy Fashion Group, HSE, Hugo Boss, IB Company, Joop!, Lagerfeld, Lanius, Lodenfrey, Luisa Cerano, MAC, Marc Aurel, Marc Cain, Marc O’Polo, Mey, More&More, Olymp, Oui, Pangaia, Peek & Cloppenburg, Prada, Riani, s.Oliver, Schoeller, Schumacher, Seidensticker. The visitors came from 58 countries, with the majority located in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, as well as Italy, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Poland, Greece, the UK, and Portugal.

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“For our collection, we are specifically looking for new denims at BLUEZONE and have found some great innovations. At MUNICH FABRIC START, we were inspired by prints for new basic items and jacquards to elevate our standards.”

Andrea Sefl, Product Management Womenswear, Atelier Gardeur 

“We’re looking for things that are innovative and will move us forward fashion-wise. The trade show here in Munich is one of the most important denim platforms for us. Here, we get a great cross-section of exhibitors we work with. MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE are important trade shows and a strong local institution.”

Michael Seiter, Head of Denim, Holy Fashion Group

“We were particularly impressed by the innovative fancy items with embroidery, eyelet stitching, voile, and shimmering effects on solids. For the summer, light, flowing, feminine qualities in powder tones will be important. We also really like vibrant royal blue. The colour worlds in the trend forums at MUNICH FABRIC START were really well executed. However, the prints are still not quite right for us. What we’ve seen so far was too light, too romantic, too playful, or childish. We need them to be clearer and more easily understandable.”

Annette Schrewe, Head of Design, Betty Barclay

“For Spring/Summer ’26, we are focusing on muted pastels and neutral tones. We are looking for new blends of viscose-Tencel-linen or viscose-linen. Many high-quality collections are not even available yet. The trade show scene is shifting more and more to Milan, which is unfortunate for us. In terms of timing in collection development, we are so early that we don’t even have the chance to go to Milan.”  

Birgit Kastner, Head of Design, Marc O‘Polo

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„All natural fibres like cotton-linen with viscose work really well. For the German market, with stretch – because they are still doing tight trousers. In this case it’s cotton-linen-nylon mixes. New and innovative are shiny laminées or lurex prints on linen. We had two successful days with clients like Hugo Boss, Windsor, Cambio, Luisa Cerano, Riani, Brax, MAC and Baldessarini, just to name a few.”

Simone Bellucci, CEO, Bellucci 

“Our customers value our product because it‘s from Europe. They are especially looking for organic and recycled qualities in cotton and polyester. We launched a new Beachwear and Sportswear collection. In these times, it is important to be able to offer the right qualities in combination with stock and service.”

Marc Puigderrajols Bassols, Sales Team, Tejidos Rebés

“How can materials be returned to the cycle, and how can they remain in the cycle? These are the central questions that many still lack answers to. With our rings, sliders, hooks, and buckles, we offer a solution. They are made from a sustainable bio-based material that is both compostable and recyclable. Despite this, the products are extremely durable and washable. Our modular, repairable buckles in neon yellow are a big hit, as well as our lingerie series.”

Sarah Jankowsky, COO & Co-Founder, Valupa

“We are pleased because important customers like Marc Cain, Gardeur, Peter Hahn, and the workwear provider S-Gard attended. However, it has been rather quite overall. Particularly in demand for SS 26 are silicone labels in neon pink and orange, neoprene emblems with embossing, and grosgrain straps with silicone lettering, preferably in a turquoise/blue palette.“

Heike Taubeneck, Sales Representative, Bornemann-Etiketten

“We offer a huge assortment, so picking out individual trends isn’t easy. If I have to choose, I’d highlight these three: tie-dye, purple as a strong trend color, and large-scale patterns. The first day of the trade show went very well, while the second was quieter. Overall, we’re satisfied. However, we would prefer if the trade show continued to run over three days.“

Dennis van Os, Sales Representative, Nooteboom Textiles

“The trends are diverse: Calm Minimals in shades of blue with a Riviera vibe – small-scale and easy to interpret – are a big hit. At the same time, oversized, colorful, arty prints with lots of yellow are in high demand. Stripes remain a key trend, now with a hand-painted, retro flair. We’re also showcasing animal prints in bold contrast colors as well as boho and

cowboy-inspired designs. There’s a lot of talk about florals, but the question is, which flower? Orchids? Abstract, brushed flowers with textured backgrounds? Multicolored or two-toned? Opinions on this vary quite a bit.”

Elisa Ostländer, Designerin / Inhaberin, Lica Design Studio

“Printed florals in great variety – that’s what Liberty is known for like no other. There isn’t a clear trend, but our theme ‘Floral Rebellion,’ featuring abstract floral prints from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, is gaining traction. These work best in bold colors, but also in more understated tones. Stripes remain important as well. All of our key customers were here, especially the classic shirt providers like Seidensticker and Olymp, as well as Drykorn.”

Mats Buschjost, Junior Sales Manager, Fashion & Friends für Liberty 

“We launched our new project ‘Manifattura Italia – where else’ here. This season was primarily about showcasing the collection for the first time, understanding what customers need, and assessing the project’s potential in the German market. Germany remains very price-sensitive, and customers are cautious when it comes to trying something new. The concept is solid, and the German market is tough – which is exactly why we wanted to kick things off together with MUNICH FABRIC START.”

Luca Balugani, Owner, Bureau 31 für Manifattura Italia – where else 

“The market is very tense and extremely price-sensitive, so you need to create tailored offers. For instance, we’ve included the Turkish manufacturer Palmiye for the third season now – highly innovative and super successful. We are incredibly satisfied with MUNICH FABRIC START – I can honestly say that everyone was here.”

Michael Berner, CEO, Agentur Berner und Sohn & Fabric House

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By combining the softness and flexibility of knit fabrics with the durability of woven denim, Comfort2 introduces a weave, with stretch in the warp and in the weft, that moves effortlessly with the body.

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12. January 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 70 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

ISKO

ISKO SS26: redefining denim through innovation and comfort, with responsibility at its core.

ISKO’s SS26 collection represents the next chapter in denim innovation, combining sustainability, performance, and creative versatility. This collection reaffirms ISKO’s commitment to circular fashion, introducing fabrics that challenge conventional boundaries while meeting the growing demand for responsible design.

The SS26 collection offers a range of advanced fabric technologies designed to cater to diverse needs with the highlight of the collection being ISKO Comfort2, a fabric designed for unparalleled comfort and versatility. By combining the softness and flexibility of knit fabrics with the durability of woven denim, Comfort2 introduces a weave, with stretch in the warp and in the weft, that moves effortlessly with the body. This technology ensures both freedom of movement and exceptional resilience, making it ideal for functional wear, everyday comfort, and forward-thinking design. Then, there is ISKO™ Multitouch, a single fabric offering multiple textures and styles, ideal for bold silhouettes like wide-leg and balloon designs and ISKO™ Iconic, a transformation of classic denim through washable finishes that amplify texture, shine, and contrast, ideal for modern and vintage-inspired designs.

At the heart of the collection is ISKO’s use of Next-Gen recycled materials powered by RE&UP. These materials, derived from textile waste, deliver the same performance, durability, and luxury feel as virgin fibers – showing that sustainability does not mean compromise.

With SS26, ISKO demonstrates how denim can continue to evolve, balancing innovation with sustainability and supporting a future where fabrics are both high-performing and responsible.

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“By combining the softness and flexibility of knit fabrics with the durability of woven denim, Comfort2 introduces a weave, with stretch in the warp and in the weft, that moves effortlessly with the body.”

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Designed with an eye for elegance and originality, this exclusive collection invites designers and brands to explore fabrics that tell stories through texture, technique, and artistry.

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11. January 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 70 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

ISKO™ Luxury by PG Born to Amaze

ISKO™ Luxury by PG SS26: where denim artistry meets timeless innovation

The new BORN TO AMAZE SS26 collection by ISKO™ Luxury by PG pushes the boundaries of denim design, celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and the pursuit of innovation. Designed with an eye for elegance and originality, this exclusive collection invites designers and brands to explore fabrics that tell stories through texture, technique, and artistry.

The collection unfolds through five distinct capsules, each one paying tribute to a unique era, material, or inspiration – yet all united by a desire to challenge conventions and redefine luxury.

GODMOTHER
A timeless capsule inspired by the 1950s that blends classicism and innovation. Lightweight indigo fabrics are elevated with glitter stripes and flock, offering endless possibilities for creative expression. With special treatments, GODMOTHER’s fabrics take on the allure of authentic second-hand pieces, telling stories of vintage charm and originality. Versatile and transformative, this capsule captures the spirit of enduring elegance.

TATTOO DENIM
Here, denim becomes more than fabric – it becomes art. TATTOO DENIM uses mixed-print techniques, such as corrosion, pigments, and more, to transform indigo, white, and sulfur-dyed bases into stunning works of art. Each fabric is a statement piece, narrating stories through intricate details and vibrant textures. This capsule is for those who see denim not just as fashion but as a medium of creativity.

AURUM DENIM
AURUM DENIM is a celebration of gold and silver yarns that bring radiance to everyday fabrics. Lightweight yet luxurious, these pieces are crafted with real silver-coated yarns, transforming denim into wearable jewels. AURUM DENIM is poetry in motion – elegant, refined, and designed to shine in both casual and elevated styles.

GOD MOTHER DENIM

THE ISKO LUXURY BY PG JACQUARD COLLECTION

NOBLE DENIM
Denim meets fine materials in this capsule, where linen, wool, and cashmere elevate the fabric to new heights. Wool provides functionality, adapting to temperatures; linen offers freshness and lightness; cashmere adds a caress-like softness. NOBLE DENIM is designed for those who value quality, refinement, and functionality in their fabrics – where the past meets the future in a seamless blend of luxury and practicality.

WRAP DENIM
Taking cues from high-end automotive workshops, WRAP DENIM explores the art of customization. With laminates, foils, and frostings, this capsule delivers luminescent and innovative fabrics designed for unique, tailored creations. WRAP DENIM is where craftsmanship and personalization converge, inviting designers to make each piece distinctly their own.

Through each capsule the BORN TO AMAZE SS26 collection by ISKO™ Luxury by PG reflects a deep understanding of artistry and textiles, offering fabrics that redefine the standards of denim. This collection is an invitation to explore, create, and push boundaries – offering materials that resonate with authenticity, elegance, and originality.

“Designed with an eye for elegance and originality, this exclusive collection invites designers and brands to explore fabrics that tell stories through texture, technique, and artistry.”

Each capsule captures the essence of storytelling through fabric, inviting the fashion industry to dream bigger, design bolder, and reimagine what denim can achieve. ISKO™ Luxury by PG remains committed to innovation, blending tradition with modern craftsmanship to inspire collections that stand the test of time.

Finally, the ISKO™ Luxury Jacquard Collection by PG represents a pivotal chapter in the evolution of ISKO™ Luxury by PG. This exclusive capsule draws inspiration from the craftsmanship of the early 1800s, celebrating the artistry of jacquard design with 10 unique fabrics featuring contemporary patterns. These fabrics showcase rich, vibrant indigo tones that redefine the concept of luxury and craftsmanship in denim. By merging traditional techniques with modern innovation, this collection elevates denim to an entirely new form of art.

The BORN TO AMAZE SS26 collection and the ISKO™ Luxury Jacquard Collection tell stories of art, culture, and timeless innovation, offering designers and brands versatile materials that inspire bold ideas and challenge conventions. ISKO™ Luxury by PG continues to redefine denim, blending artistry with refinement and inviting the industry to dream bigger.

TATOO DENIM

THE ISKO LUXURY BY PG JACQUARD COLLECTION

AURUM DENIM

THE ISKO LUXURY BY PG JACQUARD COLLECTION

THE ISKO LUXURY BY PG JACQUARD COLLECTION

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DRY SUN collection enhances the raw beauty of natural fibers like cotton and linen, and Lyocell (a sustainable fiber), capturing their rustic look and earthy tones though minimal processing.

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EXPLORE THE NEW CONCEPT DEVELOPED BY TEJIDOS ROYO

10. January 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 70 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

Tejidos Royo presents a new sustainable technology: DRY SUN

DRY SUN collection enhances the raw beauty of natural fibers like cotton and linen, and Lyocell (a sustainable fiber), capturing their rustic look and earthy tones though minimal processing.

DRY SUN applies the DRY Colors technique, reducing significantly the use of water, chemicals and energy in fabric dyeing and preparation, as well as eliminating wastewater discharge.

Inspired by the spirit of resilience, DRY SUN proves that even in the most adverse conditions and without the use of water we can obtain something truly beautiful, natural and sustainable.

“DRY SUN collection enhances the raw beauty of natural fibers like cotton and linen, and Lyocell (a sustainable fiber), capturing their rustic look and earthy tones though minimal processing.”

For SS26, linen has taken the spotlight. Inside Denim collection we find garments with linen blends, but Fashion presents a collection of its own: light summer fabrics with linen and cotton that offer comfort, freshness and breathability. Available in gray and ready to dye.

“Soft Comfort & Soft Rigid” are another leading collection presented by Tejidos Royo. In Denim and Fashion we find light fabrics with a nice drape, crafted with Tencel in combination with cotton or linen, providing exceptional softness and comfort.

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This season, cutting-edge concepts and technologies take center stage. Step into a new era of sustainable, stylish, and high-performance denim with Calik Denim’s latest collection.

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CALIK DENIM

9. January 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 70 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

Experience the Future of Denim with Calik Denim’s Spring.Summer 26 Collection

Calik Denim redefines sustainability and innovation with its groundbreaking Spring.Summer 26 collection. This season, cutting-edge concepts and technologies take center stage. Step into a new era of sustainable, stylish, and high-performance denim with Calik Denim’s latest collection.

B210 is a groundbreaking biodegradable product line specifically designed for environmentally conscious consumers. Rawtech embodies the iconic essence of Japanese denim while delivering unparalleled comfort through advanced modern manufacturing. Fix-Fit redefines performance with power stretch fabrics that offer exceptional elasticity and recovery.

Re/J champions sustainability by incorporating recycled cotton sourced from both pre- and post-consumer materials. D’enovated seamlessly blends timeless authenticity with cutting-edge technologies, while Denique stands as a symbol of premium denim, offering enduring style and unmatched longevity.

Gleam Weave brings a touch of elegance to denim, featuring a luxurious shimmering finish. Blue Voyager caters to the needs of modern travelers with thoughtfully tailored designs. Airy Luxe prioritizes comfort with its soft, cozy feel, and Maxymove introduces next-generation hyper-stretch technology for ultimate flexibility and freedom of movement.

“This season, cutting-edge concepts and technologies take center stage. Step into a new era of sustainable, stylish, and high-performance denim with Calik Denim’s latest collection.”

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Keeping the planet in our hearts. Fabrics that are created using natural fibres and regenerative farming practices are the focus of the collection this season.

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Sharabati

8. January 2025

At BLUEZONE, some 70 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Hall 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

Spring.Summer 26 is all about freshness, softness and blending with nature. Simplicity and purity drive silhouettes while comfort is stıll king. All new additions to the collections are in regenerative cotton for natural style!

VERSO
Casual can mean elegant. And elegant now means timeless with a soft touch. Comfort gets a new dimension with lightweight natural fibres. Their special techniques MaxSoft takes fabric softness to another level. Cotton and cotton blends, the natural fibres. TENCEL™ Lyocell/organic cotton fibre blends ensure coolness and maximum comfort. Their new Ever Sky blue colour is a fresh alternative to classic indigo blue and black that does not fade, thus keeping a rich, timeless look that is casual and elegant.

GOOD OLE
Nostalgia never fades except when we want it to! Slub effects, pure indigo dyes and washed-out looks are stronger than ever this season. They continue to look forward by looking back to the good old days. Characterful denim created by blending Tencel™ Lyocell with organic or recycled cotton for softness. Hemp fibres give the original denim look a decisive stamp that is both familiar and fresh offering a new twist to the vintage feel. New vertical slubs and crosshatch weaves build character into the fabric. Dynamic washes lend energy to the colour fades. 2/1 weaves bestow a papery touch to the vintage look. Their shirting fabrics bring back the diehard attitude of the frontier while a lighter version of our iconic Slouchy fabric offers flexible softness. Regenerative cotton and hemp blended fabrics give a napped weft.

RELIVE

VERSO

GOOD OLE 

“Keeping the planet in our hearts. Fabrics that are created using natural fibres and regenerative farming practices are the focus of the collection this season. This collection is made up of fabrics that are produced with special consideration for sustainable practices and enhanced with new items each season.”

COOLR
The future of denim is an art form. Prints that defy imagination & groundbreaking weaves rewrite the rules of what’s possible. An additional 100 new exclusive print designs dazzle on denim and flat fabric. Texture with an arty touch continues to be the protagonist of this season, too. Surprising new weaves, such as herringbone, canvas and ripstop, take the stage and new patterns like stripes make a bold entrance. This means that COOLR has all the looks for now and the future. Lightness is the key. COOLR’s distinctive colours offer a fresh take on denim and flat fabric. Different weaves allow greater flexibility and surprising versatility. Bold colour design are here! Loud and proud or subtle and sensuous to play with looks and blend reality and art. Splashes of colour bring the garments to life.

RELIVE
Keeping the planet in our hearts. Fabrics that are created using natural fibres and regenerative farming practices are the focus of the collection this season. This collection is made up of fabrics that are produced with special consideration for sustainable practices and enhanced with new items each season. Cellulosic fibres from certified and controlled sources and hemp as a cotton alternative are the basis of natural and man-made fibre blends that complement cotton. Traceable and 100% biodegradable, TENCEL™ Lyocell fibre gives a natural smoothness and absorbs twice as much moisture as cotton fibres, Allowing breathability and reducing bacterial growth.

Their denim and flat fabrics are produced from yarn that is blend of certified ecologically-grown Canalia hemp and regenerative cotton, which gives a durable, airy fabric that is ideal for summer. Hemp fibre can absorb moisture up to 30% of its weight. All their new articles are produced with regenerative cotton. This agricultural method preserves the land and provides a better life for farmers. Soil fertility is improved while carbon dioxide emissions are reduced and this method gives better water and energy management.

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INTUITION means that we have the courage to rely on our inner voice instead of just relying on hard facts and data. An interview with the organisers of MUNICH FABRIC START.

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CLOSING REPORT

MUNICH FABRIC START | BLUEZONE | KEYHOUSE | THE SOURCE

5. September 2024

The international textile tradeshow MUNICH FABRIC START draws a positive conclusion: the formats MUNICH FABRIC START, THE SOURCE, KEYHOUSE, and BLUEZONE are strategically well-positioned. Over two days, the most important decision-makers from the international textile and fashion industry met in Munich. Highlights included over 1,000 collections showcasing fabric trends and material innovations for Autumn.Winter 25/26, Li Edelkoort’s return, and collaborations along the supply chain.

Essential, highly inspiring, and extremely effective – after two content-rich days, the international fabric trade show MUNICH FABRIC START came to an end. The consensus among visitors is surprisingly consistent: MUNICH FABRIC START, together with THE SOURCE, BLUEZONE, and KEYHOUSE, is one of the most important fabric trade shows for the European fashion industry and is thus of immense significance. On 40,000 square meters, international fabric and ingredient manufacturers showcased around 1,000 collections with trends for Autumn.Winter 25/26. After two days, the trade show closed with 10% fewer visitors. The brands present on-site included designers, product managers, and buyers from adidas, Aigner, Akris, Alberto, Anna van Toor, Armed Angels, Baldessarini, Bestseller, Betty Barclay, BMW, Bogner, Brax, Camel Active, Chloé, Cinque, Comma, Condé Nast, Dariadéh, Digel, Drykorn, eBay, Escada, Esprit, Eterna, Gardeur, Gerry Weber, Hessnatur, Holy Fashion Group, HSE, Hugo Boss, Lagerfeld, Lanius, Lodenfrey, Luisa Cerano, Mac, MalaikaRaiss, Maloja, Marc Cain, Marc O’Polo, März, Mey, More&More, Olsen, Ortovox, Oui, Peek & Cloppenburg, Riani, s.Oliver, Schumacher, Seidensticker, Sportalm, Strellson, Talbot Runhof, Tchibo, Trigema, Triumph, Vaude, or Wolford.
Compression without compromise: With a duration of two days, the Munich textile show has become more efficient. At the same time, a new arrangement of the FABRICS and STUDIOS areas on the upper floor of the MOC, as well as the integration of KEYHOUSE into BLUEZONE on the Zenith Area, has shortened the walking distances and created new synergies.

“We had a very lively first day with an atmospheric get-together in the evening. We would have wished for a stronger second day. Regarding the timing, the alignment of the duration of MUNICH FABRIC START, THE SOURCE, BLUEZONE, and KEYHOUSE, and the reorganization of various tradeshow areas, we have been confirmed that we made the right strategic decision. MUNICH FABRIC START is appreciated, desired, and needed. That’s what matters.”

Sebastian Klinder, Managing Director MUNICH FABRIC START

“We have experienced a lot of appreciation over the last two days, which feels good. What we set up here together with our team is done with a lot of passion, especially for our industry. The textile industry continues to face significant challenges in a difficult economic environment. Now more than ever, we all need to pull together.”

Frank Junker, Creative Director & Partner MUNICH FABRIC START

“I love this tradeshow! And I am incredibly grateful that it exists. Because we need it – not just to stay informed: For Winter 1, we no longer need fabrics, but there is still a lot to clarify with the manufacturers. We use MUNICH FABRIC START as a check-up to discuss and negotiate prices. For Winter 2, on the other hand, we are still open and looking around. Does the shortened time affect us? No, we have always been here for just two days. That’s enough for us.“

Susanne Schwenger, Chief Product Officer, Marc O’Polo

“It’s the first time I‘m visiting BLUEZONE. For Chloé it’s important that a Designer constantly gains knowledge and experience to foster the design capability. Tradeshows are an important part for this. Denim is NOT just another fabric. To make educated design decisions, it’s crucial meeting different people and discuss topics like new innovations and sustainability. BLUEZONE is a very positive experience. I like the size of the event and the energy here. Different to other tradeshows are the workshops. It’s nice to actually try out things and not just discuss them in theory.”

Angela Fusco, Senior Denim Designer, Chloé

Upcoming Trends Autumn.Winter 25/26: Intuition and Illustration

The theme of the 54th edition of MUNICH FABRIC START was “Intuition”, which ran like a red thread through the entire event. In a time when uncertainty and change shape the fashion industry, one relies on the power of inner instincts and creative intuition. “Intuition” stands for breaking free from predefined rules and instead trusting one’s gut feeling and subtle perception of trends. This season’s trend themes focus on human emotions: RESILIENCE, LUCID DREAM, GENTLE POWER, SOLITAIRE, and RECONNECT. RESILIENCE and LUCID DREAM reflect the need for protection and security in uncertain times and the return of romance. GENTLE POWER refers to the peace and energy of nature, inspired by the contrast of vulnerability and strength. SOLITAIRE and RECONNECT represent the return of glamour, sharpness, and the merging of tradition and technology in fashion. This was reflected not only in the showcased collections but also in the around 40 keynotes, panel discussions, trend presentations, and Q&A sessions with more than 50 renowned industry experts.

Li is back

After five years, the globally significant trend researcher Li Edelkoort returned to MUNICH FABRIC START on September 4, 2024, and inspired the audience live with her exclusive Private Lecture. Under the theme “Illustration”, she presented the trends for Autumn.Winter 25/26 and provided exciting insights into future developments in fashion and textiles, as well as upcoming color trends. She relies not only on photographs but also on paintings and posters to visualize her predictions. As the main trend for the next season, she identified Paris – as a city, as a feeling, and as effortless elegance. With all the unrest in the world, she calls for establishing a fashionable contrast: harmonious and orderly rather than chaotic and disordered. “With everything that is happening in the world, all the war and chaos, we need to clean up. At least lookwise. Our outfits need to look very put together and neat and symbolize all the good. Let´s have a bit of humor and creativity. We say no to bad feelings!” Edelkoort stated. Her return to Munich marked a highlight of the fair and reaffirmed her status as a leading voice in trend forecasting.

“We were practically overwhelmed by customers today. We were able to establish many good contacts – from startups to medium-sized companies to the big players, they were all there. The summer party after the first day was a real happening. Very few shows offer such attention to detail. For me, gettogethers are a basis for networking – especially for young people and career entrants who are rather reserved at the tradeshow.”

Moritz Michel Wilke, District Sales Manager, We Nordic

“The new layout is perfect. It is concentrated, and customers can navigate the tradeshow much more easily. This makes it more effective for everyone. Compared to the previous show, it felt like there was a bit more traffic. The atmosphere was very good. I am very satisfied with both days. Hugo Boss, Holy Fashion Group, Meindl, Hauber, Riani, Mac Mode, and Change – they were all there.”

Christiani Torri, Pontoglio (Agentur Berner)

Techknowledge

One word was unavoidable in the lecture program with the around 40 talks and forecasts: Collaboration. The industry is focusing on cooperation to address current challenges such as recycling issues and related EU regulations – thus, a major emphasis is on new network structures, cooperation platforms, and holistic thinking. “We are in an exciting innovative phase. Different concepts can coexist in parallel as they address different niches,” says Drishti Masand, Circularity & Circular Economy Expert at Adidas. With the T-Rex project, Adidas supports an EU initiative developing industry-wide blueprints for a functioning circular economy.

Think Tanks such as KEYHOUSE play a central role as a link between designers, research, and industry stakeholders. A major attraction was the digital direct printing experience by Brother and Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences. In a collaborative workspace, visitors had the opportunity to be creative and print their results live on-site. Simon Angel, curator of SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS, summarizes: “We are questioning the status quo – that’s why we are here. The industry needs inspiration, and we need partners from the sector to make a real impact.” Since 2016, a staple of KEYHOUSE, SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS this September showcased some of the most future-proof textile developments for industrial problem-solving at the stands and in the joint panel, including Fabulous Fungi, Ilse Kremer, Studio Joris De Groot, Knit In Motion by Suzanne Oude Hengel, Rietgoed By Iris Veentjer, and Studio Tjeerd Veenhoven. Also in focus are the automation and digitalization of sustainability strategies. Exhibitors like Trace Momentum and tex.tracer present their solutions for clean data collection along the value chain towards a user- friendly digital product passport. AI providers and individualized, thus less wasteful, printing processes are also featured at KEYHOUSE. Due to renovation work, KEYHOUSE this time was located in the midst of BLUEZONE in Hall 7.

“For us, this is fantastic. We see ourselves as innovators in the jeans industry – MUNICH FABRIC START allows us to connect with relevant partners.”

Julio Perales, Technical Segment Manager Denim, Archroma

“We really do business here! The show doesn’t limit exchange to a quick hello. At BLUEZONE you really have space to sit down and go through your collection with your customers, to talk details and actually make deals. This is especially important for us, as Germany is a key market for denim. We are really happy with the organization, whenever we faced challenges the MFS-team was there to solve it.”

Dilek Erik, Global Marketing Manager, Sharabati

“I haven’t been to MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE for 8 to 10 years. It changed a lot. I really like it that the two tradeshows are on at the same time. What they showcase in regards of material innovation & tech is quite universal. In the denim community we are very tightening. The denim heads stick together. It’s nice to be surrounded by complete strangers. It broadens your horizon. MUNICH FABRIC START gives us a platform to cross pollinate. No other denim show does that. It’s the same with BLUEZONE and KEYHOUSE. How great is that: I’ve just seen 3D-printing onto denim. It’s amazing. The future of denim is tech & science.”

Amy Leverton, Trend Forecaster, Denim Dudes

BLUEZONE: Patches, Five-Pockets and Distressed Fabric

At BLUEZONE in the Zenith Area, over 70 international denim mills showcased their latest developments for denim and sportswear. The denim community discussed new guidelines for the industry. The kickoff was provided by Tilmann Wröbel, who, under the event theme “DENIMINED,” highlighted the seven central trend directions for the industry: Pimp my waist, Digital Denim Art, Skinny What, Tech it Easy, Free Your Denim Mind, There is Hope in Green, and Design Exaltation.

DENIMINED runs through the trend presentations and talks – the industry shows itself innovative in Munich. New digital printing techniques, dyeing, and finishing technologies underscore the strength of BLUEZONE in bringing the value chain closer together. Beyond the trends, addressing the sustainable impact of the industry remains a central theme. Collaboration is also key here – the Denim Deal has a positive balance and expands with a Germany Hub to Germany. Signatories of the Denim Deal include Advanced Denim, AGI Denim, Bossa, Calik, CBL, DNM, Kipas, Maritas, Naveena, Orta, Realteks, and Sharabati. “We think pre-competitively – to create the foundation for a successful circular economy – which also includes good communication to make circularity tangible as a product advantage,” says Max Gilgenmann, Co-CEO – studio MM04. Intuition meets Innovation – MUNICH FABRIC START has once again demonstrated how the communities from Denim, Fabrics, and Innovation inspire each other and collectively pave the way to the future.

ADDITIONAL VOICES ON MUNICH FABRIC START

“Even after COVID, trade shows like MUNICH FABRIC START remain extremely important for our industry. Both we exhibitors and the customers need to understand this. MFS is the place to be, where people come together. The digital product passport will be a necessity in the future. This has put us in a kind of hybrid position. We are no longer just a product supplier, but also an IT supplier. There is currently a redistribution taking place in this regard.”

Daniel Jung & Jan Knoch, Managing Director, Trimco Group

“By processing leftover fabrics into new yarn, we minimize waste almost completely and simultaneously create a durable product. We have been successfully applying this technique for over a decade, which has earned us the German Design Award 2024.”

Juan Pablo Rivera Castillo, Chief Commercial Officer, Incalpaca

“The show is one of the best-organized trade shows I know. I come here extremely gladly, much more so than to Paris. Here, I find manufacturers from Turkey, Asia, and Italy. I am particularly looking for the highlights of my collection. The selection from so many suppliers is extremely important. Only here is it so well bundled. For me as a designer, the trend information with Li Edelkoort and Peclers was also amazing. And not to forget, the innovations in KEYHOUSE. You can achieve a lot in two days, but the three days were better – also from a sustainability perspective. To achieve everything here, we bought and watched Li’s digital content in advance with the team.”

Claudia Lanius, Founder and Designer, Lanius

“For coordinates, the timing is good. A show like MUNICH FABRIC START expands the content horizon. I find that very important. One must look to the right and left to pick the best opportunities.”

Winfried Rollmann, Owner, CEO & Creative Director, Six Brother Factory

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HIGHLIGHTS & NOVELTIES FROM DENIM MILLS IN MUNICH

EXPLORE THE NEW CONCEPT DEVELOPED BY TEJIDOS ROYO

1. September 2024

At BLUEZONE, some 100 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Halls 6 + 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

With the leitmotif DENIMINED, we invite the industry to have a clear and unique vision in this world of constant change, to show its own DENIMINED… Together with all international industry leaders, let us define or reinterpret the different DENIMINED’s that can be created in the wide world of DENIMS!

TIMELESS, DURABILITY AND ELEGANCE ONE STEP FURTHER:

Tejidos Royo has embraced the sustainable philosophy of circular fashion. Based on this idea, this century company has developed a new collection composed of fabrics that have undergone a process that makes them more durable, long-lasting and color resistant.

Timeless is a new concept from Tejidos Royo that represents the creation of high-quality garments with less impact on the planet, ensuring the garment longevity and encouraging the reparability of garments since these garments are eco-designed to consider the entire life cycle of the product.

Timeless, with improved fabric’s resistance color to domestic washes prevents worn-out appearance on garments, as well as color change. Its durability allows it to stand the test of time, extending the garment’s lifetime.

Tejidos Royo has developed a high-quality finish with the following characteristics and values: 4 at water washy and perspiration fastness, 4 at dry rocking fastness, 40% recovery improvement, and 4 at color change after 30 repeated home laundering. With these results, Timeless fabrics demonstrate their worth.

The first pathway to sustainability is to ensure the longevity and durability of textile products to reduce the consumption of natural resources. Increasing endurance allows longer use and reuse of products, contributing to extending the life cycle of textiles. At the design stage, careful selection of material increases the longevity and durability of textiles. With all these ideas in mind, Tejidos Royo product team have created these impressive and long-lasting fabrics.

“TEJIDOS ROYO’s motto is MAKING THE IMPOSSIBLE.”

SOFT DENIM, EXTREMELY SOFT TOUCH IN A SUSTAINABLE DENIM.

Experience the future of denim with our revolutionary Soft Denim, part of our FW-25/26 collection. This collection composed mainly by lyocell, with cotton-free items, offers unparalleled softness and a sophisticated drape that elevates your style effortlessly.

Their Soft Denim stands out not just for its luxurious feel, but also for its commitment to sustainability. Using Dry Indigo® technology, this denim is dyed using 0% water, with no water discharge and significantly reducing chemical use by 89% and energy consumption by 65%. This innovative process not only conserves precious resources but also ensures a lower environmental footprint.

Their collection Soft Denim is designed for the modern individual who values comfort and sustainable fashion.

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Sharabati Denim

30. August 2024

At BLUEZONE, some 100 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Halls 6 + 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

With the leitmotif DENIMINED, we invite the industry to have a clear and unique vision in this world of constant change, to show its own DENIMINED… Together with all international industry leaders, let us define or reinterpret the different DENIMINED’s that can be created in the wide world of DENIMS!

Sharabati is an integrated fabric manufacturer based in Egypt and Turkey, producing both denim and flat fabrics. The company also operates sales offices across North Africa and Europe, supplying those markets and beyond. They offer a diversity in product range and a high standard of quality. A company with a sustainable growth vision, Sharabati Denim is a pioneer in the region when it comes to environmental awareness.

GOOD OLE 

RELIVE

DREAM OF NILE

Their current novelties include the following lines:

VERSO presents a collection of garments that suitable for both home wear and work wear. Tencel-blended fabrics offer a soft and shiny look. New flat fabrics for chinos are introduced while the colour palette has been enhanced.

COOLR is all about exciting details and texture is top with leather-look coatings, hemp-based fabrics and different weaves that are far from the classic denim look. More exciting new prints have been added to this exclusive design collection.

GOOD OLE features nostalgia that goes back on the road. Creases and evident slubs add to the vintage look of the frontier that calls out to today. Good Ole includes a seasonal capsule collection called Warm up. It has an extra dimension of warmth added by brushed back, double face fabrics, and thermolite.

RELIVE is about Hemp-blended fabrics that don’t harm the planet. Their Re-Live range gets a boost with our cottonized hemp fabrics. Denim and flat fabrics are created from yarn that is a blend of certified ecologically-grown Canalia hemp and cotton.

LOOMERS is a 100% regenerative cotton selvedge denim collection that celebrates their commitment to artisan craftmanship on an industrial scale.

DREAM OF NILE is made of Premium Egyptian Giza 94 cotton. This lustrous, hard-wearing and unmistakably denim and flat fabric pushes the boundaries of what denim can do and what you can do with it.

“A company with a sustainable growth vision, Sharabati Denim is a pioneer in the region when it comes to environmental awareness.”

COOLR

LOOMERS 

VERSO 

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 Introducing the “EVLTN 2024” Motorcycle Capsule Collection

A Collaboration Between TEJIDOS ROYO, MENTOR and SAATMUNICH for BLUEZONE

25. August 2024

At BLUEZONE, some 100 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Halls 6 + 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program. With the leitmotif DENIMINED, we invite the industry to have a clear and unique vision in this world of constant change, to show its own DENIMINED… Together with all international industry leaders, let us define or reinterpret the different DENIMINED’s that can be created in the wide world of DENIMS!

The SAATMUNICH Design Studio serves as a central link and brings its expertise in sustainable design, creation, and production as a long-standing partner. The company is distinguished by its precise capturing of current trends and transforms these into innovative design concepts. From high-quality denim products to bespoke corporate wear, SAATMUNICH offers a wide range of stylish solutions that combine design and functionality. 

In collaboration with TEJIDOS ROYO / ROYOTEC and MENTOR, the Motorcycle Capsule Collection “EVLTN 2024” was created for the BLUEZONE concept “Denimined.” 

Inspired by the aesthetic of heritage motorbike wear and made from innovative denim, this partnership embodies the perfect fusion of design and functionality, seamlessly adapting to the demands of the modern road. The looks demonstrate how collaboration and innovation can set new standards in motorcycle clothing. Unique design solutions bring together form and function at the highest level.The looks demonstrate how cooperation and innovation can set new standards in motorcycle apparel. Unique design solutions merge form and function at the highest level. 

Armalith by ROYOTEC represents a significant advancement in denim and functional clothing. With its AAA abrasion protection rating, the fabric provides outstanding safety while maintaining comfort. Its flexibility, elasticity, softness, and breathability make it not only safe but also pleasant to wear. Tejidos Royo has achieved true pioneering work with over 100 years of experience in the textile industry to develop such an innovative material. 

“Inspired by the aesthetic of heritage motorbike wear and made from innovative denim, this partnership embodies the perfect fusion of design and functionality, seamlessly adapting to the demands of the modern road.” 

The items were produced by MENTOR Garment Manufacturing Company, the technical division of Canlioglu Tekstil in Istanbul. Through the use of state-of-the-art production technologies, Mentor achieves the highest precision and care in executing the complex designs. In summary, Mentor Garments Company offers a combination of profound expertise, strong commitment to sustainability, and the application of modern technologies, making them a leader in the textile industry. 

Discover this unique Motorcycle Capsule Collection as a result
of a great teamwork at BLUEZONE in Hall 6 | C 01!

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20. August 2024

At BLUEZONE, some 100 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Halls 6 + 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

With the leitmotif DENIMINED, we invite the industry to have a clear and unique vision in this world of constant change, to show its own DENIMINED… Together with all international industry leaders, let us define or reinterpret the different DENIMINED’s that can be created in the wide world of DENIMS!

Here are some novelties of the new collections that will be presented at the upcoming BLUEZONE:

MTVBELTS

Established in 1993 in Portugal, MTVBELTS presents several techniques to customize leather garments accessories, such as leather belts, key rings, bracelets, and other leather goods. Modern equipment, quality of workmanship, high-quality raw materials are used to achieve quality and beauty customized products to their customers. Only GOLD RATED LWG vegetable leather is used in their work in such a sustainable way.

Their range varies from leather garment accessories, several techniques to customize belts with prints, trims, stitching to Vintage belts, Jeans Belts, Classic Belts, Belt bags or Bracelets and Keychains as well as leather Business cards or Leather Coasters.

Portugal – H 7 | A 08

“Modern equipment, quality of workmanship, high-quality raw materials are used to achieve quality and beauty customized products to their customers.”

MTVBELTS

ISKO™ Luxury by PG Born to Amaze

The collaboration between ISKO and Paolo Gnutti, the ISKO™ Luxury by PG Collection – Born to Amaze, continues to captivate the premium denim world. This collection redefines luxury by infusing innovative denim technology with high-end sophistication, setting a new standard for premium aesthetics.

ISKO™ Luxury by PG Born to Amaze is a testament to innovation and sustainability thanks to ISKO’s advanced textile technology which employs RE&UP Next-Gen materials. This collection reinterprets classic styles with a modern vision, creating garments that are durable, tasteful, and environmentally conscious. Featuring six new distinctive capsules – GODFATHER, MIND THE LINE, PEACH DENIM – RELOAD, UNDER GLASS DENIM, FUR DENIM, and F-LED DENIM – the collection combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, setting a new standard in fashion.

In addition, the new collection is created with a sustainable vision, as all fabric bases used in the collection are produced by ISKO and powered by RE&UP recycling technologies.

Türkiye – H 6 | C 07

“This collection reinterprets classic styles with a modern vision, creating garments that are durable, tasteful, and environmentally conscious.”

ISKO Luxury by PG

NAVEENA DENIM – NDL

NDL is a premier denim mill based in Lahore, Pakistan, distinguished for its superior artisanship and devotion to crafting premium denim fabrics. With a focus on innovation and eco-consciousness, NDL consistently deliver exceptional quality in every weave.

Naveena Denim – NDL’s AW 25- 26 collection merges sophistication with innovation, highlighted by Hue.rarchy. This collection features a captivating interplay of shades, with indigo gracefully fading and enduring hues retaining their vibrancy. Hue.rarchy is not just a fashion statement; it’s a conscious choice, a statement that style and novelty coexist harmoniously.

NDL introduces a revolutionary approach to colors with Hue.rarchy, breaking traditional denim norms through a range of eco-friendly shades. NDL’s unique indigo dyeing process, paired with an exclusive formulation, achieves a harmonious blend of muted and vibrant tones. This collection showcases a rich, versatile color palette, eliminating tint during laundry for a cleaner weft and allowing multiple casts to coexist within a single fabric. The result is vintage-inspired nuances and a broader denim color spectrum, delivering an authentic and timeless appeal.

Pakistan – H 6 | B 08

“Hue.rarchy is a conscious collection infused with muted tones and vibrant hues featuring multiple casts in a single denim.”

NAVEENA DENIM

Denim Delights combines modern textures and vogue aesthetics for a colorful, modern experience.

Warmth Whispers combines comfort and style, highlighting softness, performance, and coziness in denim.

Blue Hour evokes nostalgia with classic denim, soft-cool hues, and vintage vibes.

Deni’motion – Acollection with a seamless blend of style and comfort, designed for effortless movement & enduring elegance.

ISKO

ISKO is part of SANKO TEKSTIL, the textile division of the SANKO Group. With over 120 years of experience in the field of textile innovation, the company is a pioneering leader for woven technologies committed to a responsible vision, innovative approach and creative design, all of which is poured into the company’s patented textile technologies to deliver products with enhanced comfort, performance, and durability for the entire fashion industry.

ISKO’s FW 25-26 collection combines sophisticated visuals, classic heritage, and vintage-inspired designs, as always coupled with increasingly sustainable practices and environmental responsibility. ISKO premium products are in fact made with high-quality, raw materials powered by RE&UP, SANKO’s textile-to-textile recycling technology and circulartech company committed to advancing innovation in the development and production of Next-Gen Cotton and Next-Gen Polyester materials.

Presented by ISKO together with Creative Room Italia, this is brought to life through inspired AI-generated imagery, elevating the experience of ISKO’s innovative fabrics to unprecedented heights and unlocking creativity with no limits.

Türkiye – H 6 | C 07

ISKO

“ISKO’s FW 25-26 collection combines sophisticated visuals, classic heritage, and vintage-inspired designs, as always coupled with increasingly sustainable practices and environmental responsibility.”

The collection is organized into five main macro groups, each tailored to meet specific design needs:

Inflexible
a range of rigid fabrics for contemporary needs, true to denim’s original heritage.

Motion
combining comfort and an authentic look for good old rigid denim with freedom of movement.

Extended
traditional denim aesthetic and its ultimate stretch expression. Elegance, treatments, and 4-way-stretch technologies.

Elite
fabrics families where softness, shine, and silky feel reach their full potential.

Momentum
unique finishes, intricate constructions, colored coatings, and special denim features.

ROTA TEKSTIL

Rota Tekstil is a woven fabric manufacturer specialized in cotton and blended cotton groups. Since 2003, they are developing new fabric designs including tencel, viscose, polyester products. Having an extensive experience in the industry, it’s always a pleasure for them to meet the customer’s demand and help with their sourcing by paying much attention to sustainability with certificates of RCS, GRS, OCS and BCI.

With the flow of the 2024’s dynamic colours, ROTA’s new collection represents the spirit of indigo corduroys, reactive dyed flocks, special jacquards and awe-inspiring prints. With top-notch natural cottons, flashy viscons, outstanding lyocell developments and warm designs with jacquards and foil prints, Rota presents the SS25 collection, which brings the woven fabrics to the top level with a significant focus on sustainability.

Türkiye – H 7 | C 10

“With top-notch natural cottons, flashy viscons, outstanding lyocell developments and warm designs with jacquards and foil prints, Rota presents the SS25 collection, which brings the woven fabrics to the top level with a significant focus on sustainability.”

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BERTO FW 2025 COLLECTION – A Blend of Innovation and Tradition

14. August 2024

At BLUEZONE, some 100 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Halls 6 + 7 will become the blue hotspot again. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event program.

With the leitmotif DENIMINED, we invite the industry to have a clear and unique vision in this world of constant change, to show its own DENIMINED… Together with all international industry leaders, let us define or reinterpret the different DENIMINED’s that can be created in the wide world of DENIMS!

The Italian denim mill Berto produces denim fabrics for well-known Italian and international brands. The company was founded in 1887 in Bovolenta (PD) and it is still run by the 4th generation of the Berto family. The production still takes place in the historic factories as valuable part of the Italian fashion value chain. Berto can be defined as a contemporary craftsman: technicality and manual skills combined with the knowledge acquired over time give life to innovative, high quality and sustainable products. Here are the novelties for the new collection that is presented at the upcoming BLUEZONE:

The BERTO FW 2025 Collection is a blend of innovation and tradition, presenting a diverse range of denim fabrics characterized by their unique textures, sustainable practices, and luxurious materials. The collection highlights several themes including:

“Berto can be defined as a contemporary craftsman in the Italian fashion value chain: technicality and manual skills combined with the knowledge acquired over time give life to innovative, high quality and sustainable products.”

Philosophy denim

Berto’s philosophy of the real heavyweight denim fabric takes life thanks to the creation of this group of fabrics, characterized by an authentic, marbled and salt and pepper image.

Denim Glam

Featuring Lurex yarns, flock techniques, and woven stripes for a sophisticated and sparkling appearance.

Yin & Yang

A balance of timeless designs and innovative fabrics, such as reactive indigo denim fabrics, reactive black and ecru and ready to dye proposals.

Timeless Heavyweight and Lightweight

Options ranging from heavy, authentic denim to lightweight, comfortable fabrics ideal for various apparel.

Recycled and Organic

Emphasizing sustainability, the collection includes denim made from recycled cotton and organic materials, showcasing a commitment to environmental responsibility.

Luxurious Blends

Incorporating cashmere, modal, and viscose blends to offer a soft, high-end touch suitable for elegant fashion pieces.

“Each piece in the collection is designed to offer both aesthetic appeal and functionality, catering to a wide range of fashion needs while promoting eco-friendly practices.”

Visit BERTO in H6 | C 04 and have a look at their latest collection.

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The aim is to showcase not only the Japanese heritage ofthe ancient hand-stitch technique but also to raise awareness about the significance of repairing and repurposing clothing.

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DISCOVER THE LATEST INNOVATIONS FROM BLUEZONE  – Part III

23. April 2024

At BLUEZONE, some 100 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Halls 6 + 7 will become the blue hotspot. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START  with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event programme.

With the leitmotif SIGNATURE, we invite the industry to have a clear and unique vision in this world of constant change, to show its own SIGNATURE… Together with all international industry leaders, let us define or reinterpret the different SIGNATURES that can be created in the wide world of DENIMS!

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ROTA TEKSTIL

With new linen denims, flashy tencels, outstanding cotton developments and warm designs with denims and yarn dyed novelties, Rota presents the SS 25 collection, which brings the woven fabrics to the top level with a significant focus on sustainability.

ROTA TEKSTIL

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SASHIKODENIM BY PEY

Pey´s studio SASHIKODENIM offers to create unique denim pieces for private clients, primarily using old denim and repurposed fabrics. The aim is to showcase not only the Japanese heritage of the ancient hand-stitch technique but also to raise awareness about the significance of repairing and repurposing clothing. Their work caters to a diverse international clientele, and some of their pieces involve over 80 hours of handwork, transforming jeans repairs into works of art.

SASHIKODENIM BY PEY

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SHARABATI DENIM

The new collection of Sharabati Denim features three new innovations: VERSO provides comfort with elegance guaranteed by their soft touch weaves. It’s a new level of casual smart looks. GOOD OLE brings nostalgia that is given a fresh new feel. Open construction and crinkle bring a burst of new life to vintage denim. COOLR is all about enticing textures. Digitally-printed denims and flats offer a fancy touch and dynamic new interpretations.

SHARABATI DENIM

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TEJIDOS ROYO

NEW IN TEJIDOS ROYO: DRY COLOURS. As pioneers in the development of the most sustainable PIECE DYEING ZERO WATER technology, this waterless process is available in any colour. It also allows laundering versatility from solid colour to vintage aesthetic looking garments. ROYO S-TUDIO is the state-of-the-art technology in fibres, yarns and structures to create their most sophisticated, comfortable and durable fabrics. Elegance made to last for a lifetime. Premium day- o-day fabrics for your-ever wear.

TEJIDOS ROYO

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US GROUP

Embark on an eco-conscious journey through the trendsetting collection of US GROUP which transcends norms. Crafted from natural, MMCF and synthetic fibers, it features Tencel, Viscose, Ecovero, Hemp, Linen, TrueTemp 365, Repreve, and other recycled synthetic fabrics. Woven with distinctive characteristics, each fabric invites exploration into a world where every thread unfolds into an extraordinary story. Discover sustainable textures, twills and canvases that are innovatively curated.

US GROUP

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]]> BLUEZONE Signature Spring.Summer 25 – Part II https://www.munique.blog/en/bluezone-signature-spring-summer-25-part-ii/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 09:00:30 +0000 https://www.munique.blog/?p=77753 BLUEZONE Signature Spring.Summer 25 – Part II

The designer has given free rein to his creativity to develop his vision of high quality, making increased use of ISKO's Ctrl+Z material science.

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Entdecken Sie die neuesten Innovationen der BLUEZONE – Part II

4. April 2024

At BLUEZONE, some 100 international Denim- and sportswear suppliers will present their most recent Denim novelties and innovations. Halls 6 + 7 will become the blue hotspot. Parallel to MUNICH FABRIC START  with THE SOURCE and KEYHOUSE, the Zenith area will become the hub of the international denim community with an all-round relevant event programme.

With the leitmotif SIGNATURE, we invite the industry to have a clear and unique vision in this world of constant change, to show its own SIGNATURE… Together with all international industry leaders, let us define or reinterpret the different SIGNATURES that can be created in the wide world of DENIMS!

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ISKO

The entire ISKO SS25 collection now utilises ISKO’s Ctrl+Z material science, in line with its sustainable approach. In terms of circular economy novelties, Re&Up, the new SANKO company dedicated to the recycling of textiles, is worth mentioning. The special collection Denim Redefined – a unique creation by Adriano Goldschmied – is also characterised by the use of responsible fabrics and elegant design, while the RAD RAGS™ Ø WASTE collection developed by Creative Room™ Italia shows how outfits inspired by iconic denim garments can reduce waste through the clever use of patterns.

ISKO

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ISKO™ LUXURY BY PG

The latest luxury denim collection could not have come from anyone other than Paolo Gnutti. The designer has given free rein to his creativity to develop his vision of high quality, making increased use of ISKO’s Ctrl+Z material science. The result? A bold, seasonless and genderless collection with 8 capsule collections: Blob Trotters, Glamour Rock, Aurum Denim, ChArmy, Casanova Denim, Peach Denim, Reef Denim and Disko Denim that surprise and present the unexpected.

ISKO™ LUXURY BY PG

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MARITAS DENIM

FEWER CLAIMS, MORE FACTS – Introducing Red Hot Chilly Season, the SS-25 collection. When we think about the last point of global warming, a hot summer with temperature records is just around the corner! This collection is real authentic denim, but for summer. Light, dry and easy! Maritaş Denim is setting its sights on concepts that combine innovative and sustainability. Natural dyeing techniques and regenerative agriculture are only just the beginning.

MARITAS DENIM

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MTV

Established in 1993 in Benedita, Portugal, MTV offers several and high-quality techniques to customize leather garments accessories, such as leather belts, leather bracelets and other leather goods. The quality of workmanship, modern equipment, GOLD RATED LWG vegetable leather use, teamwork between design department and private labels are the main and successfully ingredients to the quality and beauty our leather goods.

MTV

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ORTA

WE HEAR THE WORLD BREATHING – A collection of optimistic, regenerative, climate-just denim. In its landmark 70th year anniversary, ORTA’s newest collection is leading the way towards 100% regenerative eco-bold denim. The collection represents a continuum of ORTA’s design aesthetics and ethics that embrace art, technology and sustainability with an industry leading regenerative denim model of “use longer, circulate and regenerate.”

ORTA

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