ISPO TEXTRENDS 2025
General Information.
Textile Trends for Fall/Winter 2027/28
ISPO Textrends
For designers and product managers, the search for new and innovative suppliers of performance textiles, components and apparel seems to be just as time consuming and elaborate as the proverbial search for the needle in a haystack. Simplifying this task, reducing the expenditure of time and yet improving the results – this is the aim of the presentation platform dedicated to sourcing in the textile value chain.
In its structure and concept, ISPO Textrends is very similar to award contests. The participants apply with their most innovative products, which are reviewed by two international juries of experts. The best entries are chosen and will benefit from extensive sales and promotional services.
Dates for the ISPO Textrends Fall/Winter 2027/28 contest: July 1 st , 2025 Start of application phase September. 30, 2025 Final application deadline October, 2025 Jury meeting 30. Nov. – 02. Dec. 2025 ISPO Munich We continuously update the information on our website. If you have questions, please get in touch via stephanie.ledru@lol-marketing.com
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Products can be entered for the product segments textiles, components and ready-made-garments.
Please see pages 5 & 8 for more details
An international jury will select the Best Product, the Top Ten and Selection products in each category.
All awarded products receive an outstanding ISPO Textrends benefit package.
If your products are selected by the jury, the respective companies will receive the benefit package for a promotion fee.
What does the jury need to evaluate your product?
1. Completed online application
2. Ship 2 linear meters of each of the applied products to our technology provider before the final deadline.
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Tengiva
Amélie Lamarche
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Canada
help@tengiva.com
Phone: +1-514-830-6972
Custom & duties billed to your company
FOR APPAREL - ACCESSORIES - INSULATIONS AND TRIMS
Please send 2 pieces of each applied products before the final deadline to:
Lol Marketing
Stéphanie Ledru
18, rue Gabriel Fauré
72650 La Chapelle St Aubin France Mobile: +33 6 28 70 87 11
stephanie.ledru@lol-marketing.com
For any question, please contact Stephanie at : stephanie.ledru@lol-marketing.com
3. All relevant background information as certificates, laboratory tests etc.
Apply now: ispotextrends.awardsplatform.com
Categories for performance textiles & components
Innovative fabrics, fibers, trims, and accessories can be entered in the following 10 categories. At the jury meeting 2 categories will be added: Accelerated Eco and Performing Finishes.
Base Layer
Next-to-skin fabrics with preshaping, support, thermal or moisture management performance. Softness, comfort, anti-bacterial or eco-friendly properties are added values.
Outer Layer
Lightweight but ultra-resistant woven shell fabrics, with surface performance. Stretch, waterproof, windproof, breathable feature for ultimate protection against the elements. High tenacity micro light rip stops work alongside matte and bright woven fabrics.
Street Sports
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.
Fibers & Insulation
Second Layer
Fleece fabrics, lightweight protective fabrics and performance linings, stretch or non-stretch. Advanced thermal management. Natural fibers from wool and cotton sustainable fibers, including cellulosic, work alongside next generation synthetics, both virgin and recycled.
Membranes & Coatings
Technical membranes, stretch, waterproof, windproof with two or three layers. Reflective and UV-resistant are added values. Teaming function with fashion as colored and printed graphics combine.
Traditional feather down, hollow and cross-section man-made or natural fibers with enhanced benefits for activewear. Biomimicry features through virgin and recycled synthetic fiber delivery, with thermal regulating finishes offering added warmth.
Accessories
Essential ingredients ranging from zippers to buttons and snappers in a wide range of materials. Innovation features in lightweight, durable and waterproof functionality, strong performance essential to the physical activity and the life of a product.
Soft Equipment
Performance products for tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, shoes, etc. Lightweight, durable, abrasionresistant, UV-protecting, waterproof, etc. are required
Trims & Customisations
Films and tapes for protective sealings and welded applications feature. Technicity combines with creativity, as technical ribbons, cords, embossing and transfers offer the opportunity to create a customized signature style.
Beachwear
From scuba to swimwear, functional fabrics are key to the increase in water sports. Quick dry, UV+, salt, sand and sun lotion resistant allow a higher level of flexibility and durability. Recycled synthetics, especially from the ocean appeal with beach-to-street apparel adapting to different occasions and adding to the eco aspect of less is more.
Cross Categories for performance textiles & components
Across some categories (Base Layer, Second Layer, Outer Layer, Street Sports, Membranes & Coating and Soft Equipment) we will honor products with outstanding achievements in terms of sustainability and products that stand out for their finishes.
During the application process, participants can choose whether they want to be part of one of these special evaluations. At the jury meeting, the jury will decide which products qualify for Accelerated Eco or Performing Finishes and move these products to the respective category. Products that do not qualify for the Cross Categories will be evaluated within the basic category they have originally been entered for.
Accelerated Eco
Products setting a new standard in terms of sustainability: innovative performance yarns that require reduced heat for settability, heightened efficiency in terms of water and energy savings, a reduction of waste and reduced or optimized processes throughout the textile chain. E.g. recycled or biodegradable yarns, yarns for long-lasting products, dope-dyed yarns for water and energy saving, natural dyes, etc.
Performing Finishes
Outstanding innovations in terms of finishes: products that are using anti-odor, anti-bacterial or protective finishes for well-being and personal protection. E.g. far infra-red, chromatic change coating, reflective finishes, smart finishes etc.
Criteria for performance textiles & components
Each entered fabric & component will be evaluated according to the following five criteria:
CRITERIA DEFINITION
Performance
Evaluate the primary performance of the product in improving the wearer’s activity level; enhanced performance like moisture management; energizing properties; FIR fabrics; compression
Best Hand Touch and feel (may also apply to a multi-functional fabric that is incredibly soft and lightweight)
Creativity
Applies to a trim or print technique with a strong fashion aspect, especially regarding importance of brand names on garments
Innovation Genuinely new development or process (use of brand new fibers, innovative combination, special fibers, etc.)
Best MultiFunction Evaluation of the product’s number of powerful performance characteristics (laminated or bonded fabrics)
PROCEDURE
Rated 0 – 4: according to international textile standards
Rated 0 – 4: sensory test lightweight can be defined for each category separately
Rated 0 – 4: sensory test, based on the jury’s experience; judging based on congruence with ISPO textile trends, plus the use of new technology e.g. printing etc.
Rated 0 – 4: the newer the innovation, the more points will be given
Rated 0 – 4: according to international textile standards
In addition to the five basic criteria, products in the category Accelerated Eco will be evaluated according to their achievements in terms of “Eco/Sustainability”. This criteria is double weighted in relation to all other criteria.
Eco/ Sustainability
Applies to waste reduction, low energy and water use in production & recycling criteria – depends widely on accepted certificates
Rated 0 – 4: total reduction in comparison to the prior year and total consumption per unit
In addition to the five basic criteria, products in the category Performing Finishes will be evaluated based on their finishes. This criteria is double weighted in relation to all other criteria.
Performing Finishes Products that are using anti-odor, anti-bacterial or protective finishes for well-being and personal protection – Far Infra-red – chromatic change coating – reflective finishes – smart finishes etc.
Rated 0 – 4: use of any performing finishes for adding performance value to the product
Categories for apparel
Innovative garments and accessories can be entered in the following 8 categories. At the jury meeting 2 categories will be added: Accelerated Eco and Smart Technologies.
T-shirts
Next-to-skin garments and base layers, short or long sleeve, that score with breathability, moisture control, and quick drying properties. Dynamic design allowing freedom of movement and optimal support for best performance.
Dresses & Skirts
Athletic dresses & skirts that offer freedom of movement and optimal support throughout physical activities. Sophisticated designs and cuts make the garment interesting.
Pants & Tights
Bottoms from base layers to outer layers, trousers, tights, leggings and shorts. High comfort and optimal functionality for the respective, designated sports and outdoor activity.
Underwear & Swimwear
Undergarments that best support any physical activity and swimwear for water sports. Anti-odor, quick dry, breathability, and maximal comfort are adding value as well as UV+, salt, sand, and sun lotion resistance.
Pullovers
Second and mid layers for optimal insulation and flexibility during any sports and outdoor activities. Lightweight, breathable, quick dry and temperature regulation are added values.
Shirts & Blouses
Woven shirts and blouses with bi-elastic fit and high degrees of comfort for all kinds of athleisure activities. Breathability, freshness, UV-protection and antibacterial properties are added values.
Jackets & Vests
Jackets and vests as mid and outer layers. Softshell and fleece jackets, padded, insulated and down jackets, and coated weather jackets that provide high resistance to the elements. Additional properties can be 3-in-1 functions, waterproof, windproof, thermo regulation or features adding functionality for a specific activity
Accessories
Textile accessories that are essential for sports and outdoor activities such as socks, headwear, gloves, scarves, etc. with a functional element. Also shoes and equipment such as backpacks and bags.
Cross Categories for apparel
We will honour products with outstanding achievements in sustainability and smart technologies in 2 separate cross categories: Accelerated Eco and Smart Technologies.
During the application process, participants can choose whether they want to be part of one of these special evaluations. At the jury meeting, the jury will decide which products qualify for Accelerated Eco or Smart Technologies and move these products to the respective category. Products that do not qualify for the Cross Categories will be evaluated within the basic category they have originally been entered for.
Accelerated Eco
Holistic and well considered product concept with sustainable aspects in every part of its whole lifecycle: from design and development, over production and processing, to usability, durability and finally to its end-of-life and recycling.
Smart Technologies:
Products with smart and creative features, that make the lives of consumer easier: e.g. multi-functionality, compatibility with wearables etc. Smart technologies can also refer to innovative production processes, that make the lives of producers easier.
Criteria for apparel
Each garment will be evaluated according to the following four criteria:
CRITERIA DEFINITION
Design Evaluate the overall look of the product: cut, workmanship, seams, material choice (fabric, trims). Additional focus on creativity and innovative character.
Quality & Performance Performance of the product, submitted test results such as seam strength, dimensional stability, color fastness, abrasion resistance etc.
Sustainability
Evaluation of raw material choice, durability, generated waste, water and energy consumption, dyeing process and additional social responsibilities undertaken.
Value Added value for the end consumer. Functionality, practicability, and comfort.
PROCEDURE
Rated 0 – 4: sensory test, based on the jury’s expertise.
Rated 0 – 4: according to submitted test results and reports, based on international textile standards.
Rated 0 – 4: depending on submitted certificates and the jury’s expertise.
Rated 0 – 4: the higher the added value, the more points are given.
In addition to the five basic criteria, products in the category Accelerated Eco will be evaluated according to their achievements in terms of holistic sustainability. This criteria is double weighted in relation to all other criteria.
Holistic sustainability Integration of sustainable practices throughout the full lifecycle or the garment/accessory: from design to end-of-life and recycling. Considered are socio-ecological impacts such as the production’s impact (both environmental and social), the raw-material selection and the social responsibilities undertaken.
Rated 0 – 4: the newer the innovation is, the more points are given.
In addition to the five basic criteria, products in the category Smart Technologies will be evaluated according to their achievements in terms of smart features. This criteria is double weighted in relation to all other criteria.
Smart features Products that improve the garment’s performance and usefulness for the end consumer with the integration of new functionalities. Applies for electric, electrochemical, optical sensors, and more.
Rated 0 – 4: the newer the innovation is, the more points are given.
Benefts & Costs
Each awarded product receives the following benefit package:
Increased Publicity & Visibility
Product showcase at ISPO and ISPO Shanghai
ISPO Textrends Marketplace
Excluding Apparel - Accessories - Trims and Insulations
Winner Ceremony
ISPO PR and Communication
ISPO.com feature
Review and report about event activity (Textrends Hub at ISPO)
Professional Product Representation
Professional photoshooting of your product
Feature in the ISPO Trendbookdouble page
Feature in the ISPO Trendbooksingle page
Best Product label
Top Ten/Top Five label
Selection label
Winner manual (the How-to guide for labels)
Textrends Trophy
Textrends Certificate
Be a sponsor and apply with your partners. If you are a textile and components manufacturer and want to do a marketing cooperation with your ready-made garments customers, apply with them, send us your product and theirs and receive a 500 € discount on each product selected.
Ready-made garments manufacturers can also cooperate with their textile customers and benefit from the same discount of 500 €. Please send us your product and theirs.
During the application, just fill up your partners details on the "Contact details for buyers" tab. Cost for Sponsors: Take the same table and decrease the price by 500 €
New this year ISPO Textrends Marketplace
Year-round access to ISPO Textrends participants textiles
The official marketplace to source award-winning textiles ISPO Textrends participants.
A dynamic digital space: Extend your reach beyond the show’s duration
ISPO Textrends Marketplace is a dynamic digital space where buyers can connect with exhibitors, discover innovative textiles, request quotes, and place orders — all in one place. By joining the ISPO Textrends Marketplace, you keep your products available to buyers 365 days a year. Your digital profile boosts your brand visibility in front of ISPO’s entire audience across all geographical editions of the show (ISPO Munich, ISPO Beijing, or ISPO Shanghai).
High-quality showcase of your products
Display your products at their best with the included professional photography, 3D scans, expert sample swatch management, and full digital setup.
Engage clients instantly with QR codes
Create QR codes for your products to track engagement during the show and let buyers instantly request quotes and samples or place orders right from their devices.
Receive direct RFQs
Only receive qualified leads and quote requests that meet your conditions directly from your exhibitor profile, making it easier for the right buyers to take action.
Complement your ISPO Textrends experience with a full profile
Being part of the ISPO Textrends Marketplace means your brand is showcased alongside verified, high-quality suppliers in the industry. With a dedicated exhibitor profile, you can display your latest innovations, allow buyers to interact with your products, and gain valuable insights into your engagement.
Your dedicated profile
Showcase your brand, products, and innovations with a fully actionable profile on ISPO.com
Initial digital product configuration
The process includes professional photography, 3D scans, expert sample swatch management, and full digital setup.
Actionable product pages
Allow buyers to explore, scan QR codes and request quotes and textile samples directly from your profile.
Integrated sample service
We cut, pack, and ship your swatches, all with ISPO branding on the box.
Engagement insights and performance tracking
Get real-time information on how buyers interact with your profile so you can use the data to inform your internal strategies.
The Top 10 and Best products will be labeled, driving additional spotlight on the ISPO Textrends Marketplace.
Moreover, with its new partnership, the ISPO Textrends Marketplace will provide high-quality 3D scans, videos, and downloadable files for designers.
Drive more traffic to your booth, when visitors visit the high-traffic Textrends hub, they will be able to scan a QR Code that invites them to visit your booth during the event.
The Trendbook is also now becoming interactive! On all awardees products in the book, readers will be able to scan a QR Code to visit the ISPO Textrends Marketplace and place direct orders & production requests 365 days per year.
More than 30 000 buyers will have access to your products.
ISPO’s
Trend Expert Louisa Smith
Louisa Smith is an international textile trend consultant working with companies as early as three years in advance in all sectors of the textile chain, from fiber through to final garment. Louisa’s vision and research, monitoring textile developments through to global affairs has a bearing on delivering the right on-trend directions that connect the industry at all levels.
With over 25 years of international experience in the fashion and textile industry, Louisa works with a range of companies in delivering on-trend information and market intelligence at all stages. Graduating in Fashion and Textile design at Manchester Metropolitan University, her career commenced in the fashion manufacturing and textile hub of Hong Kong, developing connections with China, the USA and Europe.
An avid traveller, Louisa continues to monitor consumer habits, social aspects and retail developments throughout the world, incorporating what she sees and visualizes during her travels into her trend work.
A regular on the international textile trade show circuit, her market and textile research and product development articles combined with published trends are featured internationally in a variety of trade publications.
Textile Trends
Fall/Winter 2027/28
Visions for the Textile Industry
ISPO is your gateway for future trends. In cooperation with trend expert Louisa Smith ISPO has studied various global trends with influence on the textile industry and its products. In combination with the defined trend colors and five more detailed textile trends, these megatrends provide a good vision where the future of textiles will take us.
ISPO is very pleased to have the opportunity to share these visions for Fall/Winter 2027/28 with the textile industry and to use these trends as a basic guideline for ISPO Textrends Award Winter 2026.
The megatrends show visions that are not specific to one particular area, but will influence the entire textile chain right down to the consumer. The color cards and the textile trends result from a range of influences, from consumer behavior to the global economy. Film, music, social media, art and many other activities are reflected in these trends.
They form a basic guideline how new developments and innovations of ingredient products will be shown, presented and highlighted at ISPO Textrends Award Winter 2026.
Vision for Fall/Winter 2027/28
Pinball Wizard
Embracing challenging times creates interesting energy and eclectic developments; it's time to take the plunge and release our potential
Globalization has taken on a somewhat chaotic ride as margins remain tight, and brands fight for space. One advantage the sports and outdoor sector has compared to other textile sectors is that we offer more in terms of performance, functionality, and sustainable developments.
This is not the time to halt these efforts. Instead, we must embrace these challenges, pull back, and wait patiently until we can release and experience that exhilarating hit. The same applies to consumers.
We provide sports and outdoor apparel and gear that protect and empower them in achieving their goals, moving, enjoying the outdoors, and traveling. Our consumer base is exciting, as we know our developments help them reach their objectives daily. That said, there needs to be a shift in the market throughout the supply chain. Brands must take responsibility for investing in the significant advancements available, focusing less on price and more on performance.
Consumers also need to acknowledge this in the retail price. We are not fast fashion; we are essential textiles and trims that deliver in many ways. As leaders in sustainability, we must continually invest in research and development and scale up lab-based innovations to a commercial level to avoid stagnation.
Let’s be clear: we excel at what we do, delivering the best options for the sports and outdoor sector. Now is not the time to stop. Let’s continue to lead by example, maintain our strong voice in the right direction, and engage consumers to understand the value of the products they are purchasing.
Rebooting the supply chain from fiber to consumer is no easy task, but it is achievable and necessary for the ongoing changes across the global industry. So, let’s release the recoil on the pinball machine and see where Fall/Winter 2027/28 lands. These are challenging yet exciting times—it’s time to play some mean pinball!
Mega Trend 1 Bipartite
A dualistic approach is evident in digitalization, artificial intelligence (AI), and intelligent augmentation. There is no escaping the rapid technological advancements in today’s world; they are here to stay. However, we must embrace these developments on our terms, and harness the potential they can deliver, especially in responsible manufacturing and design.
With AI expected to take over a significant portion of the workforce in the next ten years, it is crucial that we maintain control and guide its evolution to ensure it benefits us rather than hinders our progress. Renewable energy continues to grow alongside fossil fuel options, with more factories and countries increasing their renewable energy output.
Human-to-human (H2H) interaction remains essential for creativity and for understanding the advantages of the latest innovations in the textile industry. We possess a unique ability that AI has yet to replicate: the ability to touch and feel. This includes the physical sensations and the exhilarating emotions we experience when achieving our goals in sports and outdoor activities.
The discussion surrounding BIPARTITE also addresses the competition between synthetic and natural ingredients, with each often criticizing the other as the superior choice. We should move beyond this conflict; both synthetic materials—from virgin sources to newly developed bio-based qualities—and natural ingredients each have their place in the industry. Innovative new natural-based auxiliaries in the finishing process further enhance this balance.
Mega Trend 2 Vocal
Shout it, stream it, digitalize it—VOCAL is about keeping the information highway loud and clear. Clarity is crucial as we navigate extensive legalization and the challenge of managing growing digital data, enhancing the true transparency of products, not just from source but at the end of life. Communicating the benefits of education, responsible lifestyles, and responsible design is vital. Business is increasingly becoming a data-driven, multi-layered maze; we need to keep it simple to achieve the best results. Staying updated is essential, especially with the EU Ecodesign directive coming into effect, which offers sourcing, recycling, and end-of-life consideration throughout the entire supply chain.
If you are not already demonstrating your commitment to these principles, your business may face serious challenges. Simplifying communication with consumers is key. They generally trust their brands and believe they are doing the right thing, but it’s essential to keep them satisfied and avoid overwhelming them with information. Repair and take-back initiatives must expand, offering easy options for consumer engagement.
Eyes on Generation Alpha, the generation to succeed GenZ, and the first generation to grow up entirely in the 21st Century. Digital natives and technologically savvy, Gen Alpha must understand the benefits of sustainability and responsible consumerism and how to implement them. With home economics excluded from today’s school curriculum, how are a generation expected to repair when they have very little dexterity and no knowledge to do so in a heightened throwaway society, where a screen is always in their hand?
Straightforward guidance on caring for and repairing clothing can encourage better buying habits, promoting less frequent and more responsible purchases while also considering end-of-life disposal. Plus, delivering the ingredients that create outdoors and sports apparel that will perform and leave minimum environmental impact.
Mega Trend 3 Mobilize
Health is paramount; it cannot be bought and is priceless, encompassing both mental and physical well-being. In today's screen-locked society, where activity levels are at their lowest recorded rates, taking action is essential. ISPO is partnering with the WFSGI to highlight the untapped market of 1.8 billion people worldwide who are physically inactive, aiming to motivate and mobilize this group. This staggering statistic points to a looming pandemic of obesity and poor health.
"The greatest wealth is health," said the ancient Roman poet Virgil, and his words still resonate powerfully over 2,000 years later. Brands are working to address the barriers to movement, with body confidence being a crucial issue, particularly for women. We need to create safe spaces where women can exercise comfortably, whether participating in virtual classes from home or joining running groups.
Engaging with consumers is vital. Inclusivity presents excellent growth opportunities, evident in the rise of meetup communities, running clubs, networking groups, and various outdoor activities that promote movement and socialization—elements we increasingly lack in a digitalized world. We must empower inactive individuals to become active through great products and a better understanding of the benefits involved. It’s time to dismantle these digital barriers and reconnect as a community.
Participating in sports and outdoor activities not only enhances physical fitness but also contributes to mental well-being. The fresh air, change of scenery, and physical exertion are all crucial for fostering a healthier mind. Ironically, while digital devices connect us to real-life events, they highlight the necessity of balancing both dimensions—once again, achieving equilibrium is the ultimate goal.
Colors Fall/Winter 2027/28
COLOR COLLAB
This season's color palettes are inspired by the ups and downs we have been experiencing, which seem to come at us more quickly than usual as the industry navigates a challenging landscape. The past few years have been difficult, and these challenges show no signs of slowing down, but we are well-prepared to face them head-on.
In response, our approach to color reflects how we cope with these highs and lows. New tones and nuances are designed to energize, enlighten, or calm us. Whether we choose to respond by taking action, fighting back, or staying still, there is never a dull moment.
At ISPO Textrends, we present our color directions influenced by global moods. Our goal is not to dictate a single color or criticize brands that make different choices. Instead, we aim to share and collaborate on a broader scale. That’s why we introduce a CORE palette featuring four satellite colors, allowing for a dynamic interplay.
Core
The focus for Fall/Winter 27/28 is on working the core, drawing inspiration from an innovative industrial approach. The collection features classic black and steel gray hues, enhanced with a fresh take on primary colors. Highlights of copper orange and grass green complement a staple palette of blue tones. There is a stoic message coming through from here. Gives us what you have got, let’s bring it on!
Charged
Let's bring on the chutzpah and get energized with some humor! Every day is a celebration, so let’s stay positive and fully charged. The tones we’re discussing can vary from soothing to vibrant, depending on the substrate or application. They range from matte to glossy surfaces, including foil prints, membrane coatings, and tri-lobal yarns with different levels of reflectivity.
Peripheral
This season introduces a new perspective through a divergent approach. A bright luminosity combines with sharper tones from the CORE palette, creating an intense and inclusive aesthetic when paired with black and white. Additionally, a natural look can be achieved by applying bio-dyes to both synthetic and natural fibers.
Prized
Resolute's message for the season is "Still Standing," with rich tones and a new level of density that create a grounded atmosphere. Shades of blue complement updated versions of khaki, olive, and stone, reimagining them for outdoor use while ensuring durability and longevity in timeless products. Smooth, compact substrates effectively absorb the intensity and depth of these colors.
Resolute
As gaming continues to grow and e-sports emerge as a popular spectator sports, we draw inspiration from the pioneering gamers of the past who energized this sector. This retro influence brings a sense of strength and tenacity, highlighted by primary colors of red, yellow, and blue, which receive a grunge makeover.
Trend editorial: Louisa Smith Trend photos: iStock by Getty Images
Color Reference: Pantone® Textile Color Guide – Paper Edition TPG. The Pantone® colors printed may not reach the exact Pantone® standards. Please refer to the current Pantone® system for accurate matches.
Textile Trend 1 Technocratic
The Mood Traditional processes, improved—that best describes Technocratic methods as we strive to enhance our industry’s performance. Today, sustainable solutions must align with the performance standards we aim to achieve. How can we surpass our past efforts? How can we minimize our environmental impact, meet new consumer performance goals, and still remain profitable?
Our approach to progress involves a combination of natural intelligence and artificial intelligence, often referred to as biohacking. Transparency in terms of dates, orders, and accreditations is essential for confirming honest transactions in safe working environments with fair pay.
As we develop these solutions, corporate social responsibility must be a priority; it is vital that the entire supply chain benefits from this innovative thinking. What can we expect moving forward? First, a cleaner and more efficient supply chain that is fully trackable and traceable—from the ingredients used throughout the process to the consumer's role in disposing of or returning products to a circular economy. Green chemistry will take center stage, promoting cleaner methods at a new level.
The use of bio-based ingredients in synthetics continues to grow, collaborating with conventional materials to create the best of both worlds. Additionally, advancements in lightweight materials are making outer layers more technically sophisticated while feeling almost weightless. This trend embraces the future of the sports and outdoors sector by merging the performance qualities of the past with cutting-edge technology.
Ingredients
Bio-based propylene - sugar cane - the lightest yarn known, hydrophobic performance, anti-static and new dye techniques
Water-based Polyethylene Terephthalate PET in nano-structures
Glossy color refraction from membranes
Bio-based synthetics
Functional laminates with green chemistry
Printed membrane technology - anamorphicnatural dyes
Nylon 6.6. for sensual touch and longevity
High-tenacity aramid fibers
Bio-based membranes
Recycled wool and cotton
Bio-degradable organic trims
Hemp
Bio-based spandex
Dope dyed synthetics and spandex- water reduction and waste reduction
Ultralight high-performance insulation - recycled or bio-based synthetics
Clean and green chemical processes
Bio-dyes and enzyme finishes
Materials
Zone in on outer layers, ultralight high tenacity and noise-free
Hybrid denim - bio-based synthetics with cottonrecycled
Bio-degradable synthetics to enable the biodegradability of micro fiber pollution
Single knits with a natural touch but bio-based synthetic performance
Experimenting with hybrid blends in single and warp knits and wovens
Natural fabrics with bio-based topical performance treatments
Moisture management and anti-odor performance created in new cellulosic lightweight knits
High compression bio-based polyester and nylon with bio-based spandex
The inherent performance of wool moves up from base layer basics to lightweight, compact twills for outershells
Double layer knits and bonded contrasting knit/ woven, natural/synthetic with alternative textures
Natural fiber fleece and sherpa fleece
PFC-free DWR bio-based protection and finishes
Lightweight versions of traditional twill and ripstop weaves
Target Markets
All sectors of sports - high impact to leisure
Travel/Urban Outdoor
Classic outdoors for all of the family
Sports market - yoga to hiking
Textile Trend 2 Correlation
The Mood Insulation, whether derived from down or synthetic materials, along with thermal regulation, are crucial for winter performance. Innovations in this area are not limited to advancements in down and insulation; they are also expanding into yarn engineering. The base and second layers of clothing are evolving to enhance warming capabilities. While down continues to be a strong contender for insulation, it is essential that it is traceable to ensure animal welfare.
Additionally, the biodegradability and compostability of down should be recognized as advantages of this traditional insulation material. Recent developments include hybrid blends, waterproof blends, recycled down, and antibacterial down. Some hybrid blends combine synthetic insulation or alternative natural materials with a solid cellulosic structure.
Wool also plays a vital role in this trend. As the original performance fiber used in sportswear, it is being innovated across base, second, and outer layers in both knitted and woven formats. Both conventional and merino wool are essential for thermal regulation, and innovative spinning techniques are enhancing their functionality. The interaction between the body and the corresponding layer is critical for warmth, and in today's ever-changing climate, this interaction adapts to varying temperatures.
Newly engineered yarns and textile processes, such as micro-encapsulated yarns, printed thermal barriers, and hollow fibers, are emerging. By harnessing body heat, these materials provide lightweight warmth and comfort with minimal bulk—an achievement that has never been reached before.
Ingredients
Responsible Down Standard (RDS)
Ethical - sourced as a by-product of the food industry - zero waste - goose and duck down PFC-free hydrophobic finishes
Down is not just biodegradable but compostablenitrogen content in down is a good fertilizer for soil
Recycled down - new initiatives with brands and the consumer for a collective eco approachdown doesn’t degrade/weaken through recycling processes - circular economy - continuously recyclable
Hydrophobic insulation
Hybrid blends - synthetic insulation, virgin and bio with dow
Recycled synthetic insulation
Wool as insulation - a regenerative fiber
Kapok as insulation
Wool and merino wool as base layers and second layers - thermal regulating and anti-odor in pure or blends
Heat barrier prints - reflecting heat from the body back to the body
Electro- heating via wearable technology heating apps - creating personal warmth preferences complete with battery pack
Materials
Base layer knits for thermal applications - incredibly soft and caressing against the skin
Lightweight warmth through hollow yarns for base layers allowing for flexible design
Aluminum coatings can reduce bulk of down jacket but maintain warmth-to-weight-ration - applied to compact outer layers with PFC-free DWR
Micro-encapsulated ceramic nano particles for far infrared performance (FIR) reflecting the body’s escaping heat back to the body
Outer shell fabrics pulled from all the season ISPO
Textrends textile directions to work with the down insulation developments for second and outer layer apparel
Graphene printed finishes and yarns for thermal regulation
Inflatable insulation fabrics
Hybrid use of fabrics - down and insulated parts of the garment team with heat generating prints, yarns and fabrics to lower the volume of apparel but maintain the warmth ratio
Metallic electroplated layers, generating FIR function, printed on the technical side of fabrics or on linings
Printed electro-conducive sensors for heating tech controlled via apps
Target Markets
Snow sports
Urban outdoor/Lifestyle
Outdoor activewear
Knitted base layers
Footwear
Layering systems for reaction to the cold
Textile Trend 3
Prescriptive
The Mood It’s time to prioritize well-being for the industry, consumers, and Mother Earth. We are embracing a combination of well-being and anti-toxicity in the textiles industry, as consumers seek healthier lifestyles in a better environment. This approach benefits everyone!
We started by addressing the challenges posed by persistent chemicals, specifically PFCs and PFAS, which present health risks and environmental hazards. While these substances were once important for enhancing performance and providing protection, we are now witnessing a transformative shift toward cleaner, safer alternatives. These alternatives use bio-based materials and employ clean, green chemistry, featuring innovative finishes and additives that neutralize the harmful ingredients of the past.
Next-generation performance ingredients are inspired by nature, providing renewable substances that enhance functionality while protecting our environment. This commitment goes beyond simply improving chemical processes in dyeing, fixing, and finishing; it embraces a holistic approach to well-being, where consumers directly benefit from their apparel and gear.
Imagine Wellbeing
Nourishing
Next-to-Skin
Anti-toxic
Zero waste
This innovative approach aligns with ISPO Textrends commitment to sustainability, supporting an environmentally, ethically, and socially responsible path toward a brighter future with zero waste and zero toxicity. Together, we can redefine what it means to achieve both high performance and sustainability in the sports and outdoor sectors.
Ingredients
Bio degradable polyester - chemical additives speed up the process
Wool and cotton in multi blends with synthetics
Micro-encapsulated minerals for wellbeing
Virgin recycled and bio-based nylon and polyester for sensational touch
Lyocell and modal bring a sense of luxurious touch to pure and blended knits
Integrate bionic silver ions for anti-odor
Wellbeing performance includes UV+, moisture management, anti odor
Reduced microfiber pollution
Recycled insulation
Responsible chemistry
New natural ingredients: apple, algae, food waste, caffeine and nuts are just of the alternative naturals playing a new role in auxiliaries and dyeing
PFC-free and PFA-free finishes - clean chemistry switches up to include green chemistry too Low temperature dyeing processes -saving energy
Dope-dyed water saving processes
Dyed yarns for constructing patterns
Ocean waste recycled synthetics - near and far
Natural fibers - responsibly sourced and traceable - wool, cotton
Vegan leather and real leather
Hemp - new spinning techniques for a smooth high tenacity finish and inherent thermal regulation
Materials
High tenacity wovens - plain weaves
Four-way stretch wovens with spandex/elastane
Hybrid blends - flannel, yarn dyed shirting, tweeds, birdseye structures
Knit and woven fabrics constructed to reduce microfilament shedding
Micro lightweight packable performance outershells - perfect for urban and travel adventures
Matte touch rip stops
Milky touch lamination
Buttery-soft high compression warp and circular knits
Moleskin wovens - shirting and bottom weightssensational touch
Contrasting double sided fabrics - leads to versatile design in reversible details
2.5L and 3L high performance protection in outershells - not just for the great outdoors but easily flipped over to the regularity of urban deluge
Performance denim - lightweight - high tenacity
Classic denim for its biodegradability but watch dye stuffs and finishing that could interfere with the speed of degradation
Natural/synthetic blends from recycled or bio sources in blends
Wool blends - base layers, second and outerblend with bio synthetics for durability but maintain the luxury of that wool touch
Embroidered logos and trims - long lasting Recycled metal buttons and stoppers
Target Markets
Brilliant base layers for winter sports - next-to-skin performance and wellbeing
Yoga and pilates
Urban and active living - enhanced versatility Hiking and camping
Classic outdoors for all of the family
Travel-wear - performance for all occasions
Textile Trend 4 Constant
The Mood Regarding outdoor textiles and trim, our innovation and engineering are unmatched. We produce solid materials that are designed to protect, perform, and, most importantly, last. As the circular economy becomes an essential part of our industry, we must explore ways to maintain this high level of innovation while continually striving for circularity in developing the next generation of feedstock.
Mono fabrics lead the market, primarily through innovative engineered stretch. Responsible design is also crucial; we must consider how to create a product that is 100 percent circular, especially when accounting for the trims and accessories necessary for high-level winter performance. Stripping and sorting a garment is no easy task, and responsible design must be a priority as we work to reduce waste and opt for more sustainable choices throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Recycled materials continue to play a significant role here, from recycled membranes to recycled yarns, both natural and synthetic. However, advancements in textile-to-textile yarn development will generate new interest among industry professionals and consumers alike, creating compelling narratives at retail that resonate with shoppers, much like the awareness built around recycled plastic bottles.
The durability and performance required in our industry must be met through responsible practices. To achieve true circularity, more research and development are necessary to ensure transparency regarding the origin of textile-to-textile (T2T) feedstock. Be warned, there will be no greenwashing here!!.
Ingredients
Responsible sourcing
Natural fiber pool - wool, cotton, lyocell, modal
Synthetic fiber pool - polyester, recycled or biobased the same with the nylon fiber pool
Conventional/virgin synthetics for enhanced durability and performance
Bio-based performance finishes for DWR
Electrostatic spinning technology for membranes
Fluorine-free processes
Recycled nylon 6.6. for sensual touch, stretch and longevity
Textile-to-textile recycled yarns - from natural and synthetic feedstock
Recycled textile to textile - repurposing too - e.g fabric to insulation
Carbon capture yarns - capturing CO2 for energy to create yarns
Casein biodegradable buttons and trims
Materials
Focus on spinning to create yarns that can stretch and recover for comfort stretch
Base fabrics in synthetic, natural mono directions with mechanical stretch
Natural knit fabrics - blended from the same gene pool
Recycled fabric scraps from the cutting room floor
- incorporate as repair patches too
Vegan leather for shoe uppers, soft equipment and reinforcement styling in garments
Recycled rubber for footwear
Abrasion resistant tear proof
Warp knit panels for reduced components in a product
Recycled EVA for footwear and soft equipment
Classic sports middle layers
Micro fleece with the focus on a reduction in microfiber pollution - biodegradable polyester to combat microfiber pollution
Reducing microfiber pollution though construction and performance finishes
Sweaters and flat knitwear
Classic rip stop in bright synthetics through to tough-looking classics
Perfect compositions and fiber origins for all sectors of the textile sector
Classic 100 percent fabrics in both synthetic and natural form - mono textiles
Clear communication on how to return a product to the circular economy
QR code trims sharing information to the consumer on how to extend the life of their product and what to do at then end-of-life
Target Market
Snowsports and skiing
Urban Outdoors
Travel/Lifestyle
Camping
Hiking
Fishing
Golf
Classic outdoors for all of the family
Textile Trend 5 Modular
The Mood
This trend embraces the changes in manufacturing both materials and apparel and soft equipment as we look to modular designs that mold and move with the wearer. A reduction of traditional seams and finishing is key for a smooth, locked in dry function through innovative tape seaming and clean cut fabrics that does’t require a finish. Welded fabrics, are soft, enhancing the performance of the wearer, as they are also packed full of innovative ingredients to achieve that end goal.
3D Digital printing extends from trims and accessories, to shoe soles and protective trims - including helmets and elbow, shin and knee pads. The traditional molded technology continues but incorporates clean foam ingredients. Flat knitting for uppers in the footwear field corresponds with the seamless and lightweight forms of the sole.
For apparel engineered zones in warp knits deliver specific compression or performance with ing a garment eliminating the need for seaming different fabrics. This is a particularly interesting area for sports bras too - highly engineered with futuristic comfort.
As for digitalization and the connection of performance to apps, wearable technology applied to the clothes is key, from printed sensors that can’t even feel to app-controlled heated apparel. This trend is technically advanced, but appears minimally sophisticated in design. It combines the coexistence of AI and human design.
Ingredients
Polypropylene - virgin and bio-based - the lightest yarn known, hydrophobic performance, anti-static and new dye techniques
Bio-based propylene - sugar cane
Water-based Polyethylene Terephthalate PET in nano-structures - super high tenacity
Bio-based resins and bio-based EVA foam
Glossy color refraction from membranes
Functional laminates
Printed membrane technology - anamorphic
Nylon 6.6. for sensual touch and longevity
High-tenacity aramid fibers
Graphene yarns and finishes
Dope dyed synthetics and spandex- water reduction and waste reduction
Ultralight high-performance insulation - recycled or bio-based synthetics
Micro-encapsulated performance - moisture management, FIR, cool touch
Topical performance finishes
Big data trims - printed QR codes and tracers
Trims - lightweight - 3D printed
Materials
Non-woven composites with a malleable touchless rigid and energy-efficient
High-performance protective foam integrated into protective areas of apparel
PFC-free membrane technology - two-way protection
Protective shell-like membranes - some rigidity
Malleable scuba-styled double knits
High-power compression base layers in circular and warp knits - in matte or bright luster - with cleancut credentials
Body-mapped warp knits
Seamless manufacturing for apparel and equipment
Ultra lightweight fabrics for packable performance gear
Superfine gauge knits with thermoregulating and heating technology - FIR
Transparent membranes that refract the surface of the fabric -incorporate digital prints or sandwich fibers
3L and 2.5L for outdoors/urban crossover - micro lightweight, packable and noise-free
Semi-matte touch plain weaves and ripstop
Looking for the lightest ripstop to date - non-tear, protective
Trims - recycled plastic -reflective, LED
3D Digital printed trims
Magnetic trims
Big data trims - printed QR codes and tracers
Welding tape
Reflective yarns, prints and tape
Target Markets
Long-distance running and events
High-endurance sports that require rapid response to the wearer
Base through to outer layer for next-gen skiwear
Adaptive winter base layers
Road cycling
Soft equipment - backpacks and sleeping bags
Sports shoes and cycling helmets
Big data trims - printed QR codes and tracers
Trims - lightweight - 3D printed
ISPO Textrends Fall/Winter 2027/28
Dates for the contest:
July 1 st , 2025 Start of application phase
September. 30, 2025 Final application deadline October, 2025 Jury meeting 30. Nov. – 02. Dec. 2025 ISPO Munich
For all details please visit https://www.ispo.com/en/awards/textrends
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