Awardees Fall/Winter 2021/2022
Next-to-skin fabrics for technical underwear, with pre-shaping, support, thermal or moisture management performance. Softness, comfort, anti-bacterial or eco-friendly properties are added values.
Fleece fabrics, lightweight protective fabrics performance linings, stretch or non-stretch; usable for thermal characteristics. Natural fibers from wool and cotton to eco-friendly and sustainable fibers, including cellulosic.
Lightweight but ultra-resistant woven fabrics, coated or not, and technical membranes. Stretch, waterproof, windproof, multi-layer for ultimate protection against the elements.
Technical membranes, stretch, waterproof, windproof with two or three layers for ultimate protection against the elements. Reflective, UV-resistant, windproof and waterproof.
Fabrics range from ubiquitous denim with new performance levels to lighter functional fabrics and finishes with a fashionable edge that meets the demand of today’s urban offering for second and outer layers.
Recycled synthetics and innovative performance yarns that require reduced heat for adjustability, conserving energy, feature alongside recycled insulations and reduced water dye processes.
Traditional feather down, hollow and cross-section man-made or natural fibers with enhanced benefits for activewear.
Performance products for tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, shoes, etc. Lightweight, durable, abrasion-resistant, UV-protecting, waterproof, etc. are required benefits.
Films and tapes for sewn and heat-welded applications. Technical ribbons and cords; stretch, reflective, waterproof is a plus.
Innovative zippers, buckles, buttons, labels, etc. Watertight, windproof performance. Low weight and durability are added values.
