Circular fashion has made the consumer reconsider how a garment is made but also how long it will last. The economy, as well as the focus on responsible design, have led consumers to question their apparel purchasing habits.
Innovation Award winner Sapphire, a longtime proponent of sustainability, has provided an answer to this question by developing a technology that extends the life of uniform products. Fabrics and garments produced with SAPPHIRE X LYCRA® DUAL COMFORT provide soft comfort, excellent shape retention, good dry-wicking, and a natural aesthetic with minimal shine.
Key to the technology is a proprietary feature which is a combination of bare LYCRA® T400® A EcoMade fiber as weft of the fabric, and a special finishing process that delivers the texture and appearance of a spun yarn with high mechanical stretch & excellent recovery plus durability and moisture management properties. With low growth and low shrinkage, garments maintain their appearance.
Products also receive OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN product labeling. The labels allow anyone to trace where a product was manufactured, enabling a whole new level of transparency for companies and consumers. Such steps will help secure customer satisfaction and loyalty among those who are looking for durable fashion.
Entries for the 2024 Innovation Awards, as well as NAUMD’s other recognition programs are now being accepted. The deadline for submissions is March 20, 2024. Learn more about the program, and submit your entries here.
