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Swiss textile manufacturer Schoeller is introducing ProEearth, a collection of biodegradable polyester fabrics.

The new line, made from Bluesign-approved fabrics with biodegradable polyester, is part of its Schoeller FTC line, a joint venture between Schoeller Textil AG and the Taiwanese Formosa Taffeta Co. It will bow at Première Vision Paris this week and will then be shown at the Functional Fabric Fair in Portland, Ore., in October.

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Considering the number of apparel retailers on the ground and online, it would appear to be a winning category. But broad sales trends are not in the sector's favor.

Several apparel retailers are struggling. Ascena is regrouping as sales plummet, unloading its discount banners entirely. L Brands is propped up by its personal care brand Bath & Body Works as Victoria's Secret loses share. J. Crew is in disarray, hobbled by debt and putting its hopes into its much smaller Madewell brand.

Related Keywords: activewear, brand, CBD, Garments, Heimtextil, microcapsules, ProActiveWear, Textiles, upcycling

With the recent launch of Acabada ProActiveWear, the first CBD-infused textiles are officially hitting the market. The fabric treatment behind the CBD-infused textiles was developed by Devan Chemicals, a Belgian company specialized in functional finishes for the worldwide textile markets.

Related Keywords: activewear, brand, cannabidiol, Cannabis, CBD, fibres, microcapsules, startup, US

A US-based start-up claims it is the first brand to offer activewear infused with CBD (cannabidiol), an active ingredient in cannabis derived from the hemp plant.

Acabada CEO and co-founder Seth Baum says CBD can have a positive effect on pain and inflammation.

He said: "While typical CBD products such as tinctures and edibles are growing exponentially in popularity, we began to envision a product that addressed health and wellness through a different lens."

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This August, buyers, designers, and thought leaders in the footwear industry will mix, mingle and source material and components at the event of the summer: the Materials Show. Taking place one week apart on both the East and West Coasts, the semi-annual Materials Show is one of the most forward-thinking trade expos in the industry. Footwear designers seek out inspiration for upcoming seasons, and buyers source the practical components, textiles and processes they need to turn those designs into reality.

The footwear industry today is breathing a collective sigh of relief.

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It all happened between 2000 and 2008, when the premium international brands started to invade into the Indian market. Although, there were a few Indian brands that started exhibiting their new and stylish designs hoping to capture the attention of the Indian women. Slowly, innerwear invaded the retail segment through Exclusive Branded Outlets, LFS and departmental stores.

This year’s INTIMASIA 3.0 will surely be exciting and interesting as compared to its two previous versions, as in this year, Lenzing’s own textile brand Tencel TM will be the prime sponsorer.

Related Keywords: activewear, elastane, fabric technology, garment, hosiery and, including athleisure, intimate wear, performance fabrics, sportswear, textile sector

Invista is a leader in the production of high-performance and quality elastane for high-technology and performance fabrics for a variety of sectors, including athleisure, activewear, hosiery and intimate wear.

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The innerwear segment has grown manifolds in India, but is yet to realise its full potential. During the last few decades, the organised inner wear sector has risen exceptionally. The men’s inner wear is currently worth Rs 9477 crore as per 2017 estimates, and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7 per cent in the next decade to reach Rs 17454 crore by 2027. While, the women’s inner is valued at Rs 18454, and is expected to touch a whopping figure of Rs 56364 crore by 2027, if it continues to grow at an fabulous rate of 12 per cent CAGR over the next decade.

Related Keywords: activewear, apparel, Denim brands, fashion influencers, INVISTA, jeans, Lycra, Lycra dualFX technology, Lycra fibre technologies, Lycra Sport technology, spandex fibres, yarn

Refinery29 homepage takeovers, banner ads, dedicated emails and e-newsletters will promote key brands. All programme content links to a curated shop where consumers can quickly purchase their favorite apparel. Additionally, brands that are sold in the UK and Germany will be promoted across digital channels in those markets. Custom videos and editorial content will be presented by fashion influencers promoting participating brands’s apparel across Refinery29 and Lycra brand digital channels, also as an influencer-owned social media channels.

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The Company concluded that, “What began six decades ago as a single elastic fibre renowned for its ability to stretch and snap back to its original shape, time after time and wash after wash, has evolved into a portfolio of over 200 differentiated fibres designed to meet a wide variety of consumer needs. Each one is engineered to improve fabric aesthetics and add lasting performance benefits that continue to drive sales for leading clothing brands and retailers around the globe.”