Previous Next Get ready to be energized! There’s a color explosion that’s rocking all fashion categories and is making a strong statement in knitwear.Consumers love color – and as we move into the post-pandemic era they want to go beyond black and traditional basics and explore other palettes. There’s also a strong sense of personalization here where consumers are looking for something to stand out rather than blending in.Vibrant colors are being worked together in one garment creating the kind of ‘statement’ pieces that can make a real impact on the selling floor – both in terms of visual appeal and sales.Yarns, Fibers and Knit DevelopmentsThe real focus here is on the use of color. Vibrant shades, strong rich tones, bright pastels – color is critical.Mixing multiple colors in one garment – though patterns, trims, yarns (where multiple yarns are twisted together) is key.Printing on garments adds personalization and uniqueness.Loose, relaxed silhouettes.Ruffles and layered effects incorporating a variety of yarns in a single garment.Dyeing effects add color and an artistic feel to garments.Bright synthetics.Viscose.Natural fiber yarns – cotton, linen, silk and cashmere and merino wool.Melange yarns in bright colors.Open work and gauzy knits.Compact linear yarns.Light rounded yarns.Micro rib knits.