FUNCTIONAL FABRIC FAIR SPRING 2025
We’re excited to see you at Functional Fabric Fair this April! Swing by booth #2124 for a complimentary smoothie, an exclusive look at our sustainable fiber innovations, experience cutting-edge textiles firsthand, and connect with our team.
MEET US AT PERFORMANCE DAYS
Andy Blab
Regional technical and market development manager
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Claire Dupuis
Strategic account manager
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Nick Kurland
Product development director, advanced concepts
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Ambata Poe
U.S. end-use research manager
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Melissa McGlynn
Senior strategic account manager
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Michelle Schlegel
North America brands and retail director
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WE'RE ALL IN ON OVERCOMING CHALLENGES
Exploring the key challenges in swimwear design technology and how the industry has collaborated to overcome them.
"Making a splash in swimwear," on Wednesday, April 16, at the expert talk stage from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Panelists
Nichole de Carle, Founder, London Contour Experts Group
Alice Clemans, Technical designer, Bemis Associates
Laurie Pollicino, VP of design and merchandising, Tefron
Andy Blab, Regional technical and market development manager, The LYCRA Company
WE ARE ALL IN ON SUSTAINABLE STRETCH INNOVATION
Ambata Poe, U.S. end-use research manager at The LYCRA Company, will be one of the featured speakers, discussing innovations in sustainable textile technology. He will highlight how LYCRA® T400® EcoMade fiber—made from 68% sustainable content, including 50% recycled PET and 18% plant-based materials is shaping the future of performance apparel. The session will explore how this fiber enhances fit, comfort, and durability while contributing to a more sustainable fashion ecosystem.
“Pioneering sustainable stretch with recycled and renewable materials” on Tuesday, April 15, at the expert talk stage from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE FIBERS
Scroll through the slides to learn more about our featured sustainable and high-performance fibers:
- Bio-derived LYCRA® EcoMade fiber
- LYCRA® ADAPTIV fiber
- LYCRA® T400® EcoMade fiber
- COOLMAX® EcoMade fiber
- THERMOLITE® EcoMade fiber
BIO-DERIVED LYCRA® ECOMADE FIBER
Coming soon! A sustainable alternative using field corn to reduce the carbon footprint of LYCRA® fiber by up to 44 percent*. Bio-derived LYCRA® EcoMade fiber helps reduce the environmental impact of apparel while offering the same performance as the original LYCRA® fiber, eliminating the need for significant production changes or re-engineering of fabrics or patterns.
*Estimate from Cradle-to-Gate Screening LCA for a representative LYCRA® fiber manufacturing facility, June 2022, prepared by Ramboll Americas Engineering Solutions, Inc.
LYCRA® ADAPTIV FIBER
This unique fiber delivers a second skin fit that stays in place to provide enhanced comfort in motion and an elevated wearing experience. LYCRA® ADAPTIV fiber also creates garments that offer a wider fit window to enable inclusive sizing that adapts to fit different body shapes within a size. Join us to see how it can transform your collections.
LYCRA® T400® ECOMADE FIBER
More than 65% of this elastance-free stretch fiber content comes from recycled plastics and renewable plant-based resources. LYCRA® T400® EcoMade fiber provides a cutting-edge solution that resists bagging and sagging and delivers lasting comfort, fit, and shape. Additionally, its unique design offers moisture-wicking properties, making it eligible for COOLMAX® fiber technology branding.
COOLMAX® ECOMADE FIBER
Made from 100% recycled textile waste, our COOLMAX® EcoMade fiber helps reduce environmental impact by cutting carbon emissions and landfill waste. It provides moisture-wicking cooling throughout the garment's lifespan.
THERMOLITE® ECOMADE FIBER
Lightweight and insulating warmth using fibers made from 100% recycled textile waste. It also provides effective thermal performance for various types of garments ranging from wetsuits to winter jackets and non-apparel products like sleeping bags while reducing carbon emissions and landfill waste.
BODYWEAR COLLECTIVE
Step into the future of versatile fashion, where activewear, swimwear, shapewear, and more unite performance and style. We are proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Bodywear Collective to explore innovative garments created by leading brands and mills using LYCRA® fibers.
These designs, crafted with premium fabrics from our European mill partners, demonstrate how innovation, comfort, and sustainability come together to inspire the next generation of apparel.
Pictured here, a sketch by London Contour Experts of a pink dance leotard/swimsuit hybrid made with Carvico fabrics containing LYCRA® ADAPTIV XTRA LIFE™ fiber.
BODYWEAR COLLECTIVE
A sketch of a sportswear sample made with EUROJERSEY fabrics containing LYCRA® SPORT technology.
BODYWEAR COLLECTIVE
A sketch of an underwear sample made with Penn Textile Solutions fabrics containing LYCRA® BEAUTY fiber.
DISCOVER OUR MILL PARTNERS
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