Summary in 2019: Ten black technology fabrics for the future fashion industry!

The future of fashion is getting brighter. As consumers become more concerned about the clothing they wear, brands, designers, and engineers alike are reaching or even exceeding the expectations of shoppers through innovation and convergence of new technologies.

Today, we share ten innovative fabrics such as denim , nylon, silk and synthetic fibers. These innovative or future fabrics are designed for a greener future.

01

Evrnu

Fabric technology company Evrnu developed the first denim made from recycled waste cotton. Through the supply chain, in collaboration with brands, retailers, factories and waste recycling owners, Evrnu uses its engineering fibers to create recyclable, customizable fabrics. Evmu co-founder and CEO Stacy Flynn told WWD, “There are two very important factors in Evrnu: first, reduce negative impacts; second, create products that can decompose on their own in the future. We have six distinct The technology is under development, as a professional in the industry, by developing industry solutions and working with existing suppliers to create better products, we feel that we can be the most helpful in our industry. We are very fortunate to Working with very outstanding and talented partners, and growing together in a traditional, slow-moving industry. One thing is certain: we must change our perception of resources and the businesses that depend on them."

02

Zoa

“As a company, we are committed to sustainable development and protecting our planet is our core strength,” said Andras Forgacs, co-founder and CEO of bio-textile fabric company Modern Meadow. Modern Meadow created Zoa, a color-changing leather material grown in the lab, made from collagen designed. Zoa is considered to be "very adaptable" and malleable and can be easily combined with other materials and adapted to any shape or texture. Forgacs told WWD, “Today we need to take action to find a solution that is good for the planet.

Now at our speed, we are running out of the earth's natural resources faster than it consumes. We must reduce waste and produce hazardous chemicals, materials and materials that will eventually enter our landfills. At Modern Meadow, we believe that bio-manufactured fabrics will unlock the power of nature to inspire new designs for a healthier planet. Our development process is still under development, but we expect it to outperform livestock production in terms of land, water use and carbon dioxide emissions. We also use life cycle analysis to guide our development and ensure that our processes are optimized for maximum efficiency and environmental friendliness . ”

03

PrimaLoft Bio

Fiber company PrimaLoft recently launched its latest sustainable product, PrimaLoft Bio, a biodegradable solution that is the first 100% recycled synthetic fiber on the market. “With PrimaLoft Bio, we can deliver unparalleled biodegradable solution performance to drive sustainability,” said PrimaLoft President and CEO Mike Joyce. “By working closely with like-minded brands, our goal is to use this technology as a blueprint for the development of products that are entirely biodegradable. These partnerships will serve as a way for companies and consumers to offset the environmental impact of the textile industry. catalyst."

04

Econyl

Recycled nylon material Econyl has gained tremendous traction in terms of sustainability due to its efforts to divert waste from landfills. According to the company, the material is made from rescued waste, such as fishing nets and industrial plastics from the oceans and landfills, and converted into textile and carpet yarns for the fashion and interior industries. Arvin Goods, a sustainable apparel brand, recently launched a new men's boxing glove made from Econyl fiber. Dustin Winegardner, co-founder and chairman of Arvin Goods, said, "We really want a brand of everyday functional men's boxing gloves, and there is a suitable brand story behind the brand. After some research and understanding of Econyl's background and manufacturing process. It seems to be the perfect fit. Econyl recycled nylon transforms waste into a stylish solution by collecting discarded fishing nets from the ocean and landfill, as well as old carpets, etc. It is used in our production of other products. An excellent complement to cotton materials."

05

Polylana

What is Polylana called? It is a short fiber blend of patented fibrils and recycled materials and is the only low impact alternative to 100% acrylic and wool on the market. Polyana's recycled material mixture includes modified polyester granules and rPET flakes that enable it to be dyed at low temperatures with a "unique" feel when woven. Arvin Goods chose to use Polylana as the main material for the hat series that debuted at the beginning of the season. Winegardner tells WWD, “There are millions of wool caps that can be sold in a few months a year. The yarns of these products are 100% acrylic. There are no substitutes that can balance good hand, quality and reasonable price,” he continued. "Polylana is the only real choice on the market. We like to use it as a material, and it can reduce nearly two gallons of water in the production of each top cap. Most importantly, we want to prove to you that it is low. the impact of material to manufacture high quality products and has a very good price can be done. mass of consumers to change their consumption behavior and believe that the only way to sustainable alternatives is whether it can be done easily accessible .Arvin goods The cleanest foundation in the world."

06

Spider Silk

Bolt Threads, based in northern California, created Spider Silk, a process that uses proprietary technology to replicate the process of spider silk production and to produce silk fibers sustainably and on a large scale. The company says that spider silk has "excellent" properties including elasticity, endurance, strength and softness. So far, the company's knitting line is the first prototype to be released in a limited edition. Dan Widmaier, co-founder and CEO of Bolt Threads, said: "The textile industry has not achieved significant innovation for decades. As the world's second largest polluting industry, it directly affects our planet. At Bolt Threads, we are passionate about creating Materials that change our dress and lifestyle.” And added that the company's goal is to provide more sustainable alternatives to common consumables that have a negative impact on the planet.

07

Mylo

Mylo is another synthetic leather fabric from Bolt Threads, a synthetic leather fabric made from mycelium or mushroom roots, which the company released earlier this year. The company is committed to researching environmentally friendly vegan products that are rooted in “the process of moving from petroleum-based polymers and materials to more sustainable and biodegradable solutions”. We use our own bioengineering to make our own materials, give them the performance they need in the early stages of our process, and work to reduce the need for other chemicals that handle textiles,” Widmaier said, adding that the company is working hard to scale. Production to bring fashion and material manufacturing innovation into the 21st century.

The company has also partnered with well-known high-end fashion brands such as Stella McCartney and Patagonia.

08

CertainT

Hang up, test, track, repeat. This process is performed by the Applied Trace Science System's proprietary traceability system, CivilT, which follows the process of materials from raw rPET pellets to finished products. CertainT can be integrated into the synthetic yarns of polyester, viscose and other "high end" yarns through a fully traceable and source-proven supply chain. MeiLin Wan, vice president of fabric textiles at Applied DNA Sciences, told WWD, “CertainT is the future of fashion and textiles, as it will provide end-to-end traceability for a variety of materials such as cotton, synthetic fibers, recycled materials, biomaterials, wool. , cashmere, down - almost any material can be labeled to provide transparency in the supply chain to consumers. We continue to share the benefits and benefits of technology with international brands, while allowing consumers to promote brand-to-product truth Further attention to sex."

09

Piñatex

Nature's candy is also infused with sustainable textile technology. Materials company Ananas Anam created Piñatex, a natural nonwoven made from pineapple leaf fiber and patented material, which the company says is durable except for tensile strength similar to linen and greater than jute. Breathable and flexible are very good. According to the company, since its commercialization in 2016, Piñatex has been used by more than 500 brands, including recent collaborations with Hugo Boss, Edun and Lancel. Dr. Carmen Hijosa, Piñatex's founder and chief creative and innovation officer at Ananas Anam, told WWD, “[We] have a vision to connect people, ecology and the economy to build a scalable business industry that is socially and environmentally responsible. Not only do we prioritize everything we do in terms of sustainability and transparency, but the most important thing for us is to have a huge social impact, especially in the industries we operate. Piñatex is a by-product of pineapple harvesting. Therefore, no additional land, fertilizer or pesticides are needed in production. It also provides an additional source of income for pineapple farmers in the Philippines, creating a vibrant new industry for pineapple growers."

10

ChroMorphous

A sustainability-centric dialogue that addresses conscious consumer issues, but rarely involves excessive consumption. The first ChroMorphous is a user-controlled, color-changing fabric that allows the wearer to change the color or pattern of their material through the phone's app, providing two distinct pieces of fabric for a single piece. ChroMorphous was designed by a team of scientists at the CREOL School of Optics and Photonics at the University of Florida in Florida. Dr. Ayman Abouraddy, Professor of Optics and Photonics at UCF, said: "Although clothing has been the main content of human experience for thousands of years, the basic structure and function of textile fibers and yarns have remained the same throughout history. With ever-increasing functions, our expectations for the iPhone are getting higher and higher. Why are there no textile updates? Can we expect the range of functions of clothing to expand? These are the questions we raised and the basis for our development of ChroMorphous technology in 2016. We are pleased to introduce the industry's first color-changing fabric because we believe it is the next breakthrough innovation in the fashion and textile arena."