Applied DNA Sciences (APDN) has launched SigNature DNA, an anti-counterfeiting technology which uses plant DNA extracts to authenticate products.
In design, Nike has produced a device for concealing drawstrings in clothing, and Lectra has launched a new version of Modaris, its pattern making software.
Meanwhile, Shapely Shadow has developed FastFit360-an online application inspired by traditional flipbooks and social networking sites which provides users with a 360° view of the fit of a garment.
Environmentally friendly fibre and yarn developments include a 100% organic cotton sewing thread from Coats, launched under the company's EcoVerde brand, and a 100% recycled polyester/cotton yarn from Optimer Brands called Dri-release E.C.O (Environmentally Correct Origins) 2nd Nature.
In fabrics, Lenzing and Tejidos Royo have developed a new range of denim fabrics, called E[DOS], which is made from organic cotton and Tencel fibres
Invista has introduced Lycra lastingFIT, which has exceptional shape retention and stretch recovery properties, for use in the manufacture of denim garments. Meanwhile, Teijin Fibers has introduced a fabric for undergarments which can help a wearer to "burn body fat".
In clothing, Anvil Knitwear has introduced a recycled cotton T-shirt which has been certified CarbonFree. Eco-Panda has launched swimwear made from recycled nylon, and Teijin has unveiled suits made from recycled plastic bottles.
In functional clothing, Allen Solly has introduced stretchy wrinkle-resistant men's trousers to the Indian market. In sportswear, Adidas has introduced three new fitness garments which incorporate Skintex, a patented encapsulation technology developed by Cognis, while Moving Comfort is using SCafé, a fabric made from used coffee grounds, to manufacture a new range of sports brassieres.
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Title Index:
SUMMARY
ANTI-COUNTERFEITING TECHNOLOGY
Applied DNA Sciences (APDN) has launched a new woven garment label which incorporates an anticounterfeiting technology called SigNature DNA
DESIGN
Nike has designed a device for hiding a drawstring in clothing
DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
Lectra has launched a new version of Modaris, its pattern-making software for the apparel industry
Shapely Shadow has developed an internet-based product, called FastFit360, which allows users to view the fit of a garment from anywhere in the world
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FIBRES AND YARNS FOR APPAREL
Coats has launched a 100% organic cotton sewing thread under its EcoVerde brand
Optimer Brands has introduced a 100% recycled yarn called Dri-release E.C.O (environmentally Correct Origins) 2nd Nature
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FABRICS FOR APPAREL
Lenzing and Tejidos Royo have developed a new range of denim fabrics, called E[DOS], which are made from organic cotton and Tencel fibres
OTHER FABRICS FOR APPAREL
Invista has introduced its Lycra lastingFIT fabric for denim garments
Teijin Fibers has developed a fabric for undergarments which can help a wearer to "burn body fat"
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY APPAREL
Anvil Knitwear has introduced a recycled cotton t-shirt which has been certified CarbonFree
Eco-Panda has launched a new range of swimwear made from recycled nylon
Teijin has unveiled a new range of suits made from recycled plastic bottles
FUNCTIONAL APPAREL
Allen Solly has introduced a new range of stretchy wrinkle-resistant men's trousers to the Indian market
SPORTS APPAREL
Adidas has introduced three new fitness garments which incorporate Skintex technology
Sports apparel maker moving comfort has used S.Café fabric, made from coffee grounds, to manufacture a new range of sports brassieres
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Figure 1: Prototype of an undergarment which is able to "burn body fat"
Figure 2: AnvilRecycled CarbonFree certified T-shirt
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