Global apparel markets: product developments and innovations, 1st quarter 2014
This report analyses some of the latest developments and innovations in the global apparel industry, including: 3D printed apparel; cosmetotextiles; environmentally friendly apparel; environmentally friendly fabric finishes; jeanswear; new collections; and virtual fitting room technology. The report includes news from the following innovative companies, individuals and other organisations: Adidas, BASF, Engage Production, Francis Bitonti, GT Calze, H&M (Hennes & Mauritz), Lauren Bowker, Naked & Famous Denim, Nylstar, MakerBot and Topshop.
SUMMARY
3D PRINTED APPAREL
MakerBot and Francis Bitonti: 3D printed dress
COSMETOTEXTILES
GT Calze: compression garments made using a new cosmetotextile
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY APPAREL
H&M: new range of denim clothing which incorporates recycled cotton fibre obtained through the company’s garment recycling initiative
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FABRIC FINISHES
BASF: new environmentally friendly fabric finish
JEANSWEAR
Naked & Famous Denim: new style of denim jeans which have a scent of mint
NEW COLLECTIONS
Lauren Bowker: new collection of apparel which incorporates special inks that change colour in response to different stimuli
Adidas and Topshop: new collection of Adidas Originals branded sportswear and sports footwear for women
VIRTUAL FITTING ROOM TECHNOLOGY
Engage Production: “virtual style pod” which enables consumers to “try on” garments without undressing
3D PRINTED APPAREL
MakerBot and Francis Bitonti: 3D printed dress
COSMETOTEXTILES
GT Calze: compression garments made using a new cosmetotextile
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY APPAREL
H&M: new range of denim clothing which incorporates recycled cotton fibre obtained through the company’s garment recycling initiative
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FABRIC FINISHES
BASF: new environmentally friendly fabric finish
JEANSWEAR
Naked & Famous Denim: new style of denim jeans which have a scent of mint
NEW COLLECTIONS
Lauren Bowker: new collection of apparel which incorporates special inks that change colour in response to different stimuli
Adidas and Topshop: new collection of Adidas Originals branded sportswear and sports footwear for women
VIRTUAL FITTING ROOM TECHNOLOGY
Engage Production: “virtual style pod” which enables consumers to “try on” garments without undressing
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Bristle Dress
Figure 2: Image showing the light-sensitive leather jacket at low light levels (left) and after exposure to bright light (right)
Figure 1: Bristle Dress
Figure 2: Image showing the light-sensitive leather jacket at low light levels (left) and after exposure to bright light (right)
