Spring Summer 2020 Spinexpo Material Show Overview
Trendstop brings FashionUnited readers a first look at the latest trend
directions from the Spring Summer 2020 edition of yarn and knitwear
showcase, Spinexpo.
The Trendstop materials team give FashionUnited readers an exclusive
insight into the key themes and latest developments on display at Spinexpo
in Paris. A leading international sourcing exhibition for the yarn, fibre
and knitwear sector, Spinexpo SS20 edition focussed on the future of the
textile industry with respect for the environment as the show’s defining
principle. Simultaneously tapping into the increasing consumer focus on
well-being, stylists, mills and manufacturers offered a host of innovative
and intelligent textiles that addressed the needs of the human body and the
environment they inhabit. Technological advancements aimed a waste
reduction and the integration of recycled materials were combined with
stylist’s craftsmanship and artistry created a fusion of handmade and
manmade paving the way towards more sustainable textile manufacturing. Our
comprehensive fabric show coverage and accompanying galleries evaluate each
trend’s commercial value and longevity, giving you the best possible basis
for your decision making.
This week Trendstop present three key trends from Spinexpo SS20. Human
Centric takes inspiration from the human form while Bio Construction
explores cleaner, greener ways to produce fashion-forward fibres. Modern
Vintage taps into the trend for craftsmanship and customisation with
creative applications of recycled materials that promote a closed loop
manufacturing system.
Human Centric
Protective yet tactile, Human Centric incorporated wearable tech and
no-waste engineering into body sculpting fabrics with contouring, stretch
qualities. An artisan aesthetic came through in the origami-like folds that
allow materials to be worn in multiple ways, lengthening garment
lifespan.
Images courtesy of Trendstop, left to right: Rory Longdon at
Spinexpo, Nuoyi Global at Spinexpo, Studio Eva x Carola at Spinexpo, all
Spring Summer 2020.
Bio Construction
Eco materials and natural fibres were given an added
environmentally-friendly boost via non-toxic colourings and cleaner
manufacturing processes that reduce water usage. Unexpected ingredients
showed the increasing scope amongst plant-based dyes and fixing agents and
offered fresh ideas for print and surface pattern.
Images courtesy of Trendstop, left to right: Studio Eva x
Carola at Spinexpo, Studio Eva x Carola at Spinexpo, Laura McPherson at
Spinexpo, all Spring Summer 2020.
Modern Vintage
Discarded clothing and high levels of wastage are two of the key issues
facing the textile industry. Updating past seasons colours with injections
of the latest shades and remixing old fabric stock into new articles
illustrated the possibilities for utilising leftover yarns and reducing the
impact on landfill.
Images courtesy of Trendstop, left to right: CKRC Jinlong at
Spinexpo, Steven Oo at Spinexpo, Nuoyi Global at Spinexpo, all Spring
Summer 2020.
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