Innovation Drives Growth in the Protective Clothing Market
Protective apparel is moving beyond static barrier garments toward lighter, more comfortable systems that sense, predict, and actively respond to
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Product Development
5 Key Directions in Outwear Shell Developments
Outer shell jackets for 2026–27 are expected to combine integrated storage, stretch, and PFAS‑free, responsibly sourced fabrics and trims to
‘Recovery Wear’: The Next Growth Category for Smart Apparel
Recovery wear for medical conditions is emerging at the intersection of compression therapy, therapeutic/medical textiles, and smart medical clothing.
New Keep Warm Technology
10 cutting edge technologies that add warmth to apparel
Top Durable and Sustainable Materials
Top materials that meet the demand to make apparel more sustainable and more durable.
Top 10 Water Repellent Innovations
New developments are bringing forward water repellent materials that are sustainble
Meeting the Demand for Cool Touch Fabrics
Top 10 cool touch developments that combine physical cooling sensations (rapid heat transfer, cool initial touch) with smart, sustainable, and
6 Next Gen Smart Textile Developments
Cutting edge textile developments for advanced performance
15 Practical Ways to Make Apparel More Durable
Easy ways to build durability into any garment
Sustainable Stretch
The quest for more sustainable apparel has led to remarkable developments in eco-friendly stretch
25 Top Activewear Trims
25 trims for activewear that are sustainable and functional
6 High Performing Dyes for Sustainable Textiles
Innovative dyeing technologies that minimize environmental impact while delivering high-quality products.
10 Technologies that Help to Keep You Cool
Material innovations that help athletes and workers cool
5 Best Materials for Sensitive Skin
The best materials for fabrics that even the most sensitive skin will love.
Sun Smart Materials
15 materials that meet the highest UV standards
Fit & Functional Outer Layers
Consumers are looking for outerwear that offers endurance, but that is adaptable – including thermal regulation, water resistant, stain resistant,
The Foundation of High Performing Outdoor Wear
Base layers are like the foundation of a building – they do a lot of the heavy lifting, but get
12 Zippers to Elevate Outerwear
Once all that mattered was that zippers were durable. That still matters – a lot! That’s no longer enough.
Adding Water Repellency without Detracting from the Environment
5 treatments that provide sustainable solutions for making textiles water repellent while minimizing environmental impact
Product Innovation | Jul 2024
Sleepwear that helps you sleep better … softer, fluffier poly yarn … recyclable swimwear … next gen stretch … luxury