Sustainability
A Life As An Art Project - Sustainable Innovations
To artist Sophie Conroy, her life is an experiment. In her latest work, she chose to live without her own house for 6 months in Eindhoven, on a quest to find more connected ways of living. During this time, she experienced living amidst chaos and connection. She found various forms of shelter and witnessed the beauty of her community. Through observing her fundamental human needs, she aims to grasp their authentic essence. Embracing the discomfort of houselessness allowed her to uncover valuable insights, challenging traditional notions of art, ownership, and community.
Textiles, for Sophie, become a medium that provides protection while revealing the vulnerability of the self. Confronting existential challenges during her houselessness, textiles transform into symbols of resilience and self-discovery.
Sophie crafts her textiles using primarily found materials, notably her own clothing. She believes in the power of textiles as a communication tool, using them to capture the essence of community and home. She peels away the capitalist consumer dimension of fabric, recognising it as a fundamental connection between body and environment.
Sophie Conroy doesn’t just create artworks; she constructs spaces for dialogue and interaction. Her installations incorporate videos, tapestries, drawings, writing and projections, creating a captivating fusion of textiles and visual art. The space and Sophie herself become part of the art, inviting observers to immerse themselves in this interactive environment.
Sophie emphasises that our focus should not be on designing more ‘stuff’ but on creating new perspectives and ways of seeing. Through creating tools to shift our perspectives, Sophie believes we can move away from the current patterns of exploitation, isolation, and consumption and towards societies grounded in trust, joy, and connection.
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CO2 Tex - Sustainable innovations
Within the BIOTEXFUTURE cluster, the CO2Tex project introduces innovative paths for sustainable elastic yarns. In the context of the overarching BIOTEXTFUTURE project, the Institute for Textile Technology (ITA) and the Chair for Technology and Organizational Sociology (STO) at RWTH Aachen, together with adidas, strive to achieve the transition of the entire textile value chain to bio-based materials.
CO2Tex stands out as a central project within BIOTEXFUTURE, focusing on CO2-containing thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) as an alternative to conventional elastane. This project revolutionizes elastic yarn production by eliminating toxic solvents, not only reducing environmental impact but also enabling potential industrial mass production.
The overarching BIOTEXFUTURE project, led by ITA, STO, and adidas, aims for a swift translation of fundamental research into practical applications. Traditional textiles are to be replaced by sustainable, biobased materials, with CO2Tex playing a pivotal role by demonstrating advancements in the development of commercially viable elastic filament yarns from CO2-containing TPU.
CO2Tex’s goal by October 2024 is to establish these environmentally friendly yarns on an industrial scale, replacing conventional elastane. The project not only focuses on technological advancements but positions itself as a pioneer for sustainable development across the textile industry. By integrating CO2Tex into BIOTEXFUTURE, the vision of an eco-friendly and bio-based future in the textile industry takes a significant step forward.
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KEYHOUSE 2024 trends spring.summer25
In the atmospheric industrial charm of KEYHOUSE, Hall 5, progressive suppliers and global players from cross-industry sectors will be showcasing their latest new developments and innovations. On over 1,000 square metres, you will find trend-setting future fabrics and new process technologies – be it in terms of sustainability, circular economy, digitalisation & AI, traceability, textile dyeing or finishing. Staged as an interactive think tank, future-oriented show cases will be in the spotlight alongside sustainable innovations.
KEYHOUSE is also home to the main lecture forum of MUNICH FABRIC START with exclusive keynotes, panel discussions, trend presentations, Q&A sessions & expert talks by international industry insiders. Be inspired by the wide range of events at KEYHOUSE.
BRIGHTFIBRE
BRIGHT.FIBER® INSIDE: 100% circular – end2end – solution provider. We turn your old clothes into new textile. Brightfiber Textiles works in a fully closed loop and turns post consumer textile waste from the end consumer, into brand new collections. Brightfiber Textiles works with local waste streams and automatically sort, clean and process material into BRIGHT.FIBER’s in their circular factory in Amsterdam.100% circular stock yarns are produced in beautiful, contemporary and seasonal colors. BRIGHT.FIBER minimizes the use of virgin resources and offers circular and sustainable end2end solutions.
EEDEN
eeden enables the production of fibers such as Lyocell, Viscose, or Polyester from end-of-life textiles. They have developed a holistic upcycling technology to extract cellulose and polyester from discarded fabrics. Their process is in line with EU regulations, conserving resources and offering a scalable, circular solution to the waste challenges of the textile industry. Visit them at the KEYHOUSE and learn more about their upscale.
EYAND
EYAND presents a collection with a large range of natural colours, all with very good colour fastness. Certified with Oeko-tex and GOTS. Their natural dye cotton, wool, cashmere and silk garments and offer a full package service from the knitting of the fabric, Inhouse workshop for pattern making and proto samples and garment dyeing with their natural colours.
SOKO
Following its innovative nature, the Italy based chemical company Soko has recently launched the “Projects Division” which aims to become the research department open to collaborations – on a project basis – for all players in the textile industry. The Projects Division will evaluate, analyse and seek solutions for specific targets which will be rised from the corresponding partner or Soko itself. The work will range from the optimisation of the washing process, to new finishing techniques and any topic which may constitute a challenge or a discussion.
STRATASYS
Stratasys, a 3D printing solutions pioneer, introduces the first 3D printer designed for direct-to-textile printing: the J850™ TechStyle™. Powered by their 3DFashion™ technology, it is already revolutionizing prototyping and manufacturing in the fashion and automotive sectors, enabling unparalleled design complexity and customization. Their technology accelerates lead times, enhances design flexibility, and supports sustainable production, with more applications continually emerging.
WKS
COMBAT CLOTHING WASTE – WKS Group, an established textile solutions provider with 7 European locations, offers an extensive range of sustainable services throughout the fashion supply chain. These include quality assurance, reverse logistics, and personalized recovery strategies for damaged bulk productions. Introducing RE-VOGUE VENTURES, the circular initiative for the resale and refurbishment of second-hand garments involves the management of trade-ins professional renewal/ repair, and re-commerce of pre-loved clothing. This endeavour underscores WKS Group’s commitment to reducing clothing waste by transforming secondhand items into first-choice options, maximizing the lifespan of each garment.
YOONA.AI
yoona.ai Suite seamlessly merges Data Analytics and Generative AI, revolutionizing design as a collaborative interplay between human creativity and technological expertise. Every stroke, colour, and form is shaped by data-driven insights and empowered by AI-generated possibilities. This innovative synergy transforms design into a dynamic, strategic process, aligning aesthetics with market trends. Yoona AI Suite charts a course toward an evolved design landscape that captivates aesthetically while staying finely attuned to the pulse of the market – a fusion where human ingenuity dances alongside technological advancement, shaping a visionary future for design.
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ReSOURCE - Autumn.Winter 24/25
ReSOURCE is the sourcing platform for environmentally friendly and responsibly produced textiles, apparel and accessories. Search, discover and source – all in one place. Order sustainable materials online at any time on www.resource-textiles.com
With around 700 samples, the area for innovative fabrics and additionals that are bio-certified, bio-based, recycled, recyclable or from regenerative sources has once again grown significantly compared to previous seasons.
It’s the bio-based alternatives, eco-friendly finishes, recycled materials and innovative dyeing techniques using natural resources like coffee grounds that make the latest ingredients and accessories so forward-thinking. We’re featuring Spring.Summer 24 developments from some of our ReSOURCE exhibitors that you won’t want to miss:
REGENAGRI
regenagri is a regenerative agriculture initiative addressing the issues of soil health and the climate and biodiversity crisis. 100% regenagri CO.
- Categories: Organic/Natural
- Composition: 100% Cotton
- Certifications: ISO 14001, regenagri Content Standard, STANDARD 100 by Oeko-Tex®
- Applications: Active Wear, Cotton Fabrics, Jersey Fabrics
- Supplier: ÖZEN MENSUCAT
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InResST
InResST® Recycled Nylon is made from ghost fishing nets.
- Categories: Recycled, Regenerated Celulosics
- Composition: 70% ECOVERO™, 30% InResST® Recycled Nylon
- Certifications: FSC, GRS, ISO 14001, STANDARD 100 by Oeko-Tex®
- Applications: Active Wear, Jacquard, Jersey Fabrics, Lenzing™ Technologies, Recycled Textiles, Regenerative Textiles
- Supplier: ÖZEN MENSUCAT
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REFIT
REFIT is a high-end, eco-friendly, uncoated paper. It includes 40% post-consumer recycled waste topped up with 15% wool fibers. It is 100% recyclable and biodegradable.
- Categories: Recycled, Regenerated Celulosics
- Composition: 40% Paper, 40% rec Paper, 20% Cellulose
- Certifications: FSC
- Applications: Accessoires, Cellulose, Membrane, Labels, Labels, Recycled Textiles
- Supplier: TEXCART S.R.L.
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DESSERTO
Desserto is a cactus- based biomaterial as an alternative to leather.
- Categories: Leather & Alternatives
- Composition: 65% Biobased content, 15% Cotton, 20% Polyester
- Certifications: STANDARD 100 by Oeko-Tex®
- Applications: Accessoires, Labels, Hangtags, Labels
- Supplier: Redmark
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MONO MATARIAL HANG-TAGS
FSC rec paper hangtags + FSC mix paper strings, simplifying waste sorting.
- Categories: Recycled, Regenerated Celulosics
- Composition: 100% rec Paper, 100% Paper
- Certifications: FSC
- Applications: Labels, Hangtags
- Supplier: STUDIO 9 DENMARK A/S
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ALGADYE
Algae-based dye is fully biodegradable and can be applied to various fabrics. Made from our patented, award-winning formulation, ALGADYE™ is best used for large-scale dyeing and surfaces, so you can make a large-scale sustainable impact. ALGADYE™ contains algae’s botanical properties that offer skincare benefits to those who wear it.
- Categories: Innovative Alternatives, Pollution free
- Composition: 87% Nylon, 13% Elastane
- Certifications: Bluesign
- Applications: Eco Finish
- Supplier: ALGAEING
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FALMOUTH
100% Regenerative Cotton. Regenerative Cotton is a revolutionary method of cultivating cotton which seeks to upturn the environmental effects of industrial farming.
- Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
- Composition: 100% Cotton
- Certifications: regenagri Content Standard
- Applications: Cotton Fabrics, Regenerative Textiles
- Supplier: SÖKTAS TEKSTIL A.S
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ALGADYE
Algae-based dye is fully biodegradable and can be applied to various fabrics. Made from our patented, award-winning formulation, ALGADYE™ is best used for large-scale dyeing and surfaces, so you can make a large-scale sustainable impact. ALGADYE™ contains algae’s botanical
- Categories: Innovative Alternatives, Pollution free
- Composition: 18% Elastane-Spandex, 72% rec Nylon
- Certifications: Bluesign
- Applications: Eco Finish
- Supplier: ALGAEING
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NEXT SHOW
23/01 – 25/01/2024
HALL 2 | MOC Munich
BLUEZONE CONEXXION Autumn.Winter 24/25 - Part IV
With around 90 international denim, street & sportswear suppliers, BLUEZONE once again offered the complete portfolio of denim innovations in its own halls 6 + 7. Under the leitmotif DISCOVERY, the denim community shared moments, discovered the latest highlights and innovations. We present some material innovations, new perspectives and changes in the industry here:
ORTA
ORTANOW collection embodies ORTA’s 70 years of rich denim history with an innovation leading eco–modern handprint. The collection speaks of ORTA icons: from marble ring early nineties Japanese influence to Homespun ultimate X-Hatch of the 00s, from our first generation of multi-count fabrics to evolved techno shine flex to the Alchemy finish for cashmere touch, and the denim disruption of 100% bi-stretch with ORTA legends like 5616, Calgary, Taos and many more.
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REALTEKS
REALTEKS started on its adventure in 1997 with a dream in the pocket. In 2022, REALTEKS owned a denim mill to do more for the carbon print on its 25th anniversary called “RE-BORN”. Their SEASONLESS Collection is all about Futurity Antique, The Essential Feature, Rigid Stretch, Simple Motion, Monochromatic, RE-Blue as concepts created in REALTEKS. In a world full of trends, they are not here to be average, they want to remain UNIQUE. They believe in NATURAL SOULS, they believe in DREAMS, they believe in REAL friendships, they believe in REAL LOVE. What is your super power?
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SHARABATI DENIM
Sharabati Denim presents three major concepts for this season: Blacklight is about the dark indigo colors, blacks, overdyes and coated fabrics. Their overdye technique gives the fabric a range of colors on both sides for extra versatility. Indigo coating lends denim deep dark hues and creates a denim look when applied to gaberdine. Kaleidoscope is about the millennium time looks. Hi-tech and retro at the same time. More colorful, cheerful with heavy washes. 50/50 rewrites the dress code rules with hybrid working. Find comfortable and smart-looking fabrics suitable for work time.
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TEJIDOS ROYO
Pioneers in the development of the most sustainable ZERO WATER dyeing technology in denim… now for piece dyeing! They dye fabrics without using water, achieving excellent fastness. This is how ROYO POLICROM was born, the magic of transformation. An endless number of colour possibilities, with very trendy finishes such as the most authentic leather effect, the futuristic metallic finish or the denim color, among others. In DENIM they highlight ICON – fabrics made from 100% recycled components and sustainable practices. ICON is recycled and recyclable, therefore, ETERNAL. Its colour is DRY INDIGO and DRY BLACK = ZERO WATER. Undoubtedly, it is the future of denim.
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The Fabric Trends Autumn.Winter 24/25 - Part I
In the FABRICS Area, around 600 international suppliers present their material innovations for all apparel segments. The complete product portfolio of fashionable woven and knitted fabrics made of wool, cotton, silk, blends and functional fibres is represented here. For the Autumn.Winter 24/25 season, we present some highlights from international producers in our FABRICS blogposts:
6Dias
6Dias looks forward to present their FW 24-25 Collection divided in 3 themes: UNNATURAL, BOTANICAL and PRACTICAL, for both Women and Men’s fashion. They produce and trade a wide range of products, such as Printings, Weaving, Jacquard, Denims, Pleated, Embroideries, etc. Visit their booth in H3 | E 03 or their showroom in Trofa and idealize your collection with them.
AKIN TEKSTIL
Focusing more to sustainable fabrics AKIN will present novelties made of PET bottles collected from oceans, abandoned FISHNETS and naturally color grown Cotton which doesn’t require any dyestuff or chemicals. Their range is completed with outstanding print designs showing patchworks, windows, luxury or nature.
BITZER + SINGLE
Starting in 1961, Bitzer+ Single has always been a modern trading agency and a strong partner for the textile industry. They offer a wide range of FABRICS and ACCESSORIES for products of the sportswear, lingerie and medical industry. Their goal is to create sustainability through consistency, organize short procurement tracks, integrate new ideas and always keep our finger on the pulse.
CANVASS TEKSTIL
Stripes and checks are often seen in fall/winter 2024-2025, tone on tone or through vibrant, ethnic colors. Checks bring movement to these colors and are in high demand as light and elegant checks. Degraded transitions give special effects to fabrics. Surfaces have metallic effects. Next to them are the colors of the floral world in traditional designs.
CANEL TEXTILE
Canel Textile, headquartered in Canel Plaza, Istanbul, Turkey, has been in business for 30 years. It is a financially sound business with a strong reputation in the market as a private label service provider of women’s ready-to-wear garments servicing both classic and contemporary brand styles. Their strong design team creates thousands of unique and fresh prints every year. The production is completely in-house. Come to Hall 3/D24 and be inspired by the new print collection with brushstroke optics, winterdark flowers and watercolor paisleys!
DUTEL
The new jacquard collection from Dutel for the season AW 24/25 is built around 5 themes: “Animal” features animal designs in natural or warm colours. “Bubble” offers swollen materials with 3D effects in vibrant or pastel colours. “Poison” is all about various patterns, silky aspects, dark colours and metallic. “Fable” offers natural materials, quilted effects, neutral colours and small figurative patterns. “Universal” focuses on the feminine-masculine look, neutral colours and comfortable materials.
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BLUEZONE DISCOVERY - Part III
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ISKO TM LUXURY BY PG
A new range of products is taking the denim world to the next level as ISKO teams up with Paolo Gnutti. Combining ISKO’s advanced denim technologies with PG’s creative vision, the result is the special ISKO™ Luxury collection by PG. Moods reworking selvedge, or inspired by the animal world, then colors, foils, prints, flocked fabrics: experimentations once again ‘Born to Amaze’.
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ISKO
ISKO’s 2024 Vol.1 Collection marks the debut of Ctrl+Z, materials science innovation. Ctrl+Z, fabrics are made from a pure blend of recycled cotton and polyester with regenerated cellulosic fibers: the results look and feel identical to traditional compositions offering unmatched durability. This consistency is even more key when it comes to high-performance fabrics, stretch technologies and comfort fits, signature staples of ISKO’s expertise.
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STROM
STROM is a fully vertical factory & laundry established in 2008. They are one of the leading companies in Jeanswear manufacturing in Istanbul, Turkey with a long tradition of quality and customer satisfaction.
The focus is on innovation and flexibility; and a vertically integrated process enables them to meet the various demands of our partners, from ideas and design through to finished products. With their own sustainable laundry, sampling, design and pattern facilities, production in-house and dedicated sourcing capabilities, they achieve the highest ethical and manufacturing standards.
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VICUNHA
Recognized around the world for its high standards of quality and sustainability, Vicunha is one of the three largest global producers of indigo and twill and number one in Latin America. Vicunha is daily committed to create products and techniques that continually reduce its impact on the environment. The differentiators include, among others, the use of recycled and recovered pre-consumed cotton, special fibers such as REFIBRA TM and Hemp, and water saving up to 95%.
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Fabrics Spring.Summer 24 VII
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GRATEX
Textiles are the fabric from which our passion is woven: Gratex is a reliable family business with 50 years of international experience and always on the pulse of the fashion world. Since 2021, they have also been a partner of BETTER COTTON (BCI), the world’s largest initiative for sustainable cotton production. For their customers, Gratex spans the spectrum from fashionable fabric design to yard goods for the coming season. Our Spring/Summer 2024 collection includes traditional and fashion prints, jacquard fabrics, lace, shirting and much more. Fresh pastel shades, bright pink and elegant greens whet the appetite for summer.
MARIA MADALENA DA ROCHA AZEVEDO
MMRA is a Portuguese family business with 40 years of experience in circular knitting. It exports to several international markets, presents a wide range of natural, organic, recycled and synthetic products. MMRA is committed to Oeko-Tex, Gots, GRS and OCS certifications. Among the innovations, the use of materials such as textile paper and banana thread with a pineapple mixture stand out.
LEMAR
Lemar offers a responsible sourcing and fiber choice, eco labels, and fiber-to-fiber technologies in their new Spring.Summer 24 collection. These developments have improved positively the features of the yarns selected, helping to create fabrics with better performance from an environmental perspective. Find value-added fabrics offering advantages across all areas of sustainability, like: Seaqual™, Newlife™, AmniSoulEco™, Yarnaway™, Q-Nova™ and their brand-new fabrics woven with EVO by Fulgar, Sensil™ BioCare and Sensil™ byNature – because we care.
Cody
MEHLER – LODENFABRIK
Since 1644 the woollen mill Mehler guarantees development, quality and service. Due to full integration of their production with their own spinning, weaving, dye-works and finishing, they offer everything from fibre to fabric: everything they do is 100% made in Germany. Apart from main articles such as classic woollen fabrics from carded and worsted yarn, they also develop new products. „Shine“ is unique by its sparkling effect. In addition the composite „Cody“ is a fabric made for apparel with a smooth fabric on the one side and a woollen fleece on the other side. Both made from 100% wool – for quality and sustainability.
Shine
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They are crafting high-end fabricsby embracing minimalism and precision and combine exceptional functionality with collective responsibility and prioritize the development of degradable materials with a minimal ecological footprint.
Revoltech – Sustainable Innovations
7. March 2024
The revolution of Revoltech lies in the use of Hemp-Leder, an advanced fusion of hemp fibers and traditional leather.
BLUEZONE Signature Spring.Summer 25 – Part I
5. March 2024
IBIZABLUE is a bright and vibrant shade inspired bythe summer season. This unique colour allows fora range of washes that maintain their vitality, evenafter multiple wash cycles.
Fabric Trends Spring.Summer 25 – Part II
27. February 2024
It's safe to say that a return to joy and lightness is in the air in the world of fashion!
KEYHOUSE 2023
Im atmosphärischen Industriecharme des KEYHOUSE, der Halle 5, zeigen progressive Anbieter und Global Player aus branchenübergreifenden Bereichen ihre aktuellen Neuentwicklungen und Innovationen. Auf über 1.000 Quadratmetern finden Sie richtungsweisende Smart Textiles, Future Fabrics und neue Technologien – sei es in Punkto Nachhaltigkeit, Kreislaufwirtschaft, Digitalisierung, Traceability, Technologie oder Finishing. Inszeniert als interaktiver Think Tank stehen zukunftsweisende Show Cases neben Sustainable Innovations im Spotlight.
Im KEYHOUSE befindet sich auch das Hauptvortragsforum der MUNICH FABRIC START mit exklusiven Keynotes, Podiumsdiskussionen, Trend Präsentationen, Q&A Sessions & Experten-Talks internationaler Branchen-Insider. Dies sind einige der innovativen Brands, die ihre Neuheiten während der letzten KEYHOUSE Edition im Januar 2023 präsentiert haben.
FICUS INNOVATIONS
Stellen Sie sich eine Technologie zum Färben von Textilien vor, die im Vergleich zu herkömmlichen Reaktivfärbemethoden mehr als 50 % Wasser und Energie spart. Stellen Sie sich außerdem vor, dass sie natürliche Pflanzenabfallextrakte als Farbstoffe und Hilfsstoffe für alle Vor- und Nachbehandlungs- und Färbeprozesse verwendet. Ficus Innovations hat seine einzigartige Technologie zum Färben von Naturstoffen nach 7 Jahren R&D entwickelt. Ziel ist es, natürliche Ressourcen zu schützen und wiederherzustellen, indem die Einführung nachhaltiger Stofffärbe-, Druck- und Veredelungsprozesse beschleunigt wird.
KAISER & DYSTAR
Der türkische Laundry-Anbieter Kaiser hat kürzlich das Advanced Used-Look-Konzept für modische Wash-Down-Effekte lanciert. Dieses Verfahren nutzt einzigartige und nachhaltigere Methoden, um mit einer neuen Farbstoffgruppe namens Lava Dye OZN einen Used-Look auf farbigen Kleidungsstücken zu erzielen. Das Advanced Used Look-Konzept biete eine einzigartige Lösung für die Probleme des Marktes in Bezug auf Kosten, Echtheit, Reproduzierbarkeit und Nachhaltigkeit bei used Non-Denim-Looks mit wasserlosen Methoden und der speziellen DyStar-Chemie.
MONTEGA
Rapid Dry ist das revolutionäre Produkt von Montega, das den Trocknungsprozess verkürzt und einen Mehrwert für das fertige Kleidungsstück schafft. Dank seiner speziellen Formel ermöglicht Rapid Dry eine schnellere Verdunstung des Wassers in der Faser, Energieeinsparung während der Trocknungsphase und folglich niedrigere Kosten für den gesamten Prozess, wodurch ein saubereres Kleidungsstück mit weniger Verschleiß erzielt wird.
REACTIVE REALITY
Reactive Reality ist der führende Anbieter von Technologien zur virtuellen Anprobe und zur Erzeugung virtueller Modebilder. Die PICTOFiT-Plattform ermöglicht es Modemarken und Einzelhändlern, virtuelle Umkleidekabinen und fotorealistische Avatare nahtlos in ihre Website, App und In-Store-Lösungen zu integrieren. Für Verbraucher erstellt die Plattform fotorealistische Avatare von Käufern, die genaue Größenempfehlungen für alle Marken ermöglichen. Die Avatare können interaktiv eingekleidet werden und bieten unbegrenzte Outfit-Kombinationen und virtuelle Hintergrundszenen.
TORAY INTERNATIONAL EUROPE
Toray ist ein integrierter Chemiekonzern, der seine Geschäftstätigkeit in 29 Ländern und Regionen weltweit ausübt. Das 1926 gegründete Unternehmen ist ein weltweit führender Hersteller von fortschrittlichen Materialien und ein Lösungsanbieter mit Schwerpunkt auf Fasern, Textilien und Bekleidung.
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KEYHOUSE's CLO Virtual Fashion stands for future vision and collaborative collection development
No MUNICH FABRIC START without our Innovation Hub KEYHOUSE! Although our shows unfortunately could not take place physically at the end of January, we would like to give our long term partners and exhibitors the chance to present their developments for Spring.Summer 23 online.
As a digital specialist from Munich, CLO Virtual Fashion stands for future vision and collaborative design development.
CLO Virtual Fashion is leading the market by digitally merging, consolidating, and converging all components related to digital garments. From 3D garment design software, digital asset management and collaborative design development platform, to consumer facing services such as virtual fitting on e-commerce, all of CLO’s products and services provide users the most efficient product development experience within the garment industry.
“Step beyond design.
Streamline your design development process with the power of true-to-life 3D garment simulation.
Show your creativity with CLO Virtual Fashion.”
More information about CLO’s futuristic 3D Design Process can be found in this blog article:
Release of the new CLO version 6.0 >>
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Experience further innovations and forward-looking developments at the first independent BLUEZONE X KEYHOUSE Show from 3 – 4 May 2022.