Trendbook

Trends and innovations for performance textiles.

Fall/Winter 2025/26.

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What a journey…..

It’s a decade since ISPO announced the launch of a new textile

And, so it went on, growing season after season as we saw the

platform, ISPO Textrends, highlighting the ingredients that create

emergence of sustainability becoming an integral part of textile

the materials for brands to use to create the final collections. A final

development, rather than a novelty, recycled yarns, hybrid

piece in the circularity of ISPO is a show for sourcing ingredients as

developments, natural performance, cleaner chemistry, and

well as selling apparel and equipment.

sometimes just way-out developments, but all judged on their merit.

Without these materials, there would be no product. Having a

Fall/Winter 25/26 is no different. An eclectic collection of

platform at ISPO, the largest global sports and outdoors show, it

developments that embrace sustainable attributes right to the core,

allows material companies the spotlight on their products to speed

shunning PFCs, embracing new bio-based synthetics and

up the sourcing and supply chain.

membranes, eco dyeing and printing through to utilizing waste in creating second life, including textile to textile (T2T).

What is unique about ISPO Textrends, is that the products exhibited

Kerstin Leckebusch Project Manager ISPO Textrends

Saskia Rettenbacher Head of ISPO Textrends

on the platform and in this book have been selected and awarded by

On the 10 th anniversary of ISPO Textrends, we would like to thank all

the international jury of textile professionals. The jury meeting,

the companies that have journeyed with us, in creating new and

taking place two months before the show, is a meeting of minds,

efficient textile processes for the sport and outdoor markets, and

from different backgrounds in the textile industry that conclude on

the jury members who have shared their time and knowledge over

the final awardees.

the years.

This jury process further highlights the diligence in the

And, lastly, but not least, none of this would be relevant without the

developments that are received, analyzed, discussed, and judged.

brand developers and designers, sourcing ingredients for the new

To date, 5 695 products have been presented, with 1225 companies

seasons and collections. Be warned, this one is certainly not going

participating.

to disappoint.

And what a difference a decade makes, with ISPO Textrends able to

Happy sourcing!

monitor the new developments emerging, from the initial creative input that improved season after season, as companies realized the benefit of being on-trend in speeding up the process with their customers.

ISPO Team

ISPO Textrends celebrates its 10th Anniversary. For this special occasion, one additional 10th Anniversary Overall Best Product has been selected amongst all the Textile products.

Congratulations to the winner.

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YAMAMOTO is a specialty wetsuit material brand est. 1961, Japan.

AURORA illuminated by SCS

Since its foundation, we have been serving people who want to enjoy water activities safely. We put high value on quality,

Composition

performance, eco-friendliness, people-friendliness, and continuous innovation. Our rubber material has been loved by world’s

79% Chloroprene Rubber

triathletes, swimmers, freedivers, surfers, spearfishers, divers and

15% Polyamide

ocean lovers. It has been used for orthopedic supports for people

5% Plant-based Polyamide

and animals and for fashion and other products as well. We offer a

1% Spandex

Performance & Benefits

ABaFGIKO PQRUYXV AURORA was born out of a wish to illuminate the world full of dark news. The colors change beneath and above water.

variety of combinations of rubber type, thickness, embossing, lining, coating, perforation, multi-layering, and other processing, according

Weight g/m²:

600

Experience freedom with flexible SCS coating technology. Wear

to customers' requirements. Feel free to contact us. We are happy

Width cm:

120

AURORA and be a part of the beautiful world. AURORA offers

to help you as a wetsuit material specialist.

Construction:

Rubber with knit fabric

multi-functions such as abrasion-resistance, chlorine and

Finishing:

AURORA SCS coating with multi-functions

salt-water-resistance, UV-resistance, quick-dry, thermal-insula-

Application:

Diving suit - Footwear - Jacket - Light jacket

tion, flexibility, etc. The backside is lined with Greenwave, plant-based Polyamide fabric, which reduces dependence on petroleum while offering top-notch performance such as flexibility and comfort. This material is made using 100% renewable energy. 100% made in Japan. Visit our website and witness the true colors in the water.

Yamamoto Corporation 5-13-11 Nakagawa, Ikuno-Ku 544-0005 Osaka Japan

Yudai Yamamoto Tel: +81 667516134 yc-trade@yamamoto-bio.com www.yamamoto-bio.com/material-e Soft Equipment

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Base Layer

Second Layer

Hayleys Fabric PLC

Ashford Textiles LLC

Eco Stretch

N2SA00843

See page 30

See page 92

The Jury selected one Best Product per category.

In total 11 Best Products for Fall/Winter 2025/26 were chosen.

Outer Layer

Membranes & Coatings

Anta (China) Co., Ltd.

Thomas Dynamic Material (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd.

Multi-sandwich

TDMW-0946/Terra

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See page 214

Street Sports

Soft Equipment

Fibers & Insulation

Trims

A. Sampaio & Filhos - Têxteis, S.A.

Chang Wong Industrial Co., Ltd

Takayama Co., Ltd.

MAXIM-Korte Label & Packaging

68630 ― Multifunctional Fabric: Serving Nature

FILIE (LD221210A)

Stealth sheet

Eco Trac

and Sports

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See page 344

See page 390

Accessories

Accelerated Eco

Performing Finishes

YKK Europe Ltd Germany Branch

Acatel, Acabamentos Texteis, SA

Polygiene Group AB

DynaPel Zipper

1836- Circular Pigmentura

Polygiene ShedGuard

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Fall/Winter 2025/26 Textile Trend 1: Collective The Mood

Imagine

Collaboration has become a key factor in sharing knowledge and

approach to mono fabrics. The reduction in ingredients within a

Going Solo

creating a new supply hub that is no longer linear as it has been in

product helps the course of disposal at the end of life, creating

Ease

the past. The tradition of push and pull has been replaced with a

circular economy.

Classic

spiralling figure of eight, as we disrupt the old ways of creating new ones. Whilst competition is crucial in keeping us on our toes, today's

If products are made from the same gene pool - less stripping is

collaboration is crucial, as we jointly share information in creating

required in returning products into the circular economy. From a

products with reduced environmental impact.

sustainable point of view, spandex is replaced with mechanical stretch when a comfort stretch is required, as new coil yarns and

Natural, man-made cellulosic and synthetic fibers and yarns all

innovative fabric constructions can create the perfect material.

feature, but they don’t blend out of their family. They can blend with

Bio-degradable synthetics, accelerated through additives can be

different qualities within their sector, but they man the core DNA.

used too. Virgin synthetics, particularly nylon and polyester can be

Why? It is the increase in mono fabrics, all part of responsible sourc-

used in virgin, bio-based and recycled all-in-one blends.

ing and design from the fiber up, considering the end of a product.

This is also applicable to the synthetics in the COLLECTIVE trend direction, here we are seeing a collective aspect, a bundling

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Ingredients

Materials

Target markets

Man-made/natural fiber blends including

Biodegradable

Outdoors wear

Merino Wool and Wool

Compostable

Hiking

Cashmere

Recyclable

Backpacking

Traceable down

Base layers - single and warp knit - synthetic and natural

Weekend wear

Cotton

Second and outer layers - all types

Cross generational applications

Linen

Yarn striped jersey

Outdoor classics

Hemp

Knitwear makes a return working with all the natural and man

Camping

Lyocell

made cellulosics

Modal

Classic woven bottom weights - replace the small percentage of

Recycled/virgin synthetic blends including:

Spandex through mechanical stretch

Polyester

Use synthetics to brighten surfaces through modified molecular

Polyamide and Polyamide 6.6

structures or teaming recycled with virgin for contrasting

Circular economy

appearance in woven jacquards Comfort stretch is possible through synthetic fabrics or through mechanical stretch in natural wovens Responsible chemistry for dyes and finishes Bio-degradable membranes Bio-based ingredients - synthetics enhanced with additives for accelerated degradation Textile recycling and regeneration

Fall/Winter 2025/26 Textile Trend 2: Divert Imagine The Mood

brought through.

The saying ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure is becoming a

Recycled

truism in the textile sector, as the goal for ‘zero waste’ is becoming

With the global population now surpassing 8 billion, the increase in

increasingly viable. Certain waste is now regarded as valuable

consumption continues to rise. Making sports and outdoor kit that

resources, no longer set to the confines of recycled plastic bottles,

is durable and long-lasting is key to reducing the amount of

the industry is looking further much further afield. Waste is now

production and creating products that have a longer life. In turn,

regarded as a valuable resource, than a hindrance.

waste is seen as a design flaw, so it is important for brands to responsibly source and design, reducing waste in the long term and

A cross-industry approach is taken, ranging from the automotive,

de allows for a longer life of products. Factory infrastructures come

agricultural and food industries, but there is plenty of more trash

into play by reusing resources in renewable processes, with many

elsewhere we can consider implementing into collections. The CO2

now opting for solar and power energy.

savings from using recycled and repurposed ingredients lead the way, not just mono fabrics, but a positive move to use blends and hybrid combinations between different fiber companions and a combination of virgin and recycled, where that extra tenacity can be

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No Waste Environmental Clean Up

Ingredients Recycled garment waste - textile to textile

Efficient water processes, solar and wind powered factories Dandelion stems for rubber

Cellulosic and textile waste blends Recycled rubber

Target markets All sectors of the sports market All sectors of the winter sports market

Materials

The appeal of this direction is incredibly important to become an

Compostable fibers

Base fabrics in synthetic , natural mono directions or through

all-important part of the industry

RecycledRecycled plastic waste - pre and post consumer waste

blends

Consumers need to aim for a ‘zero waste’ lifestyle

through to ocean waste

Vegan leather for shoe uppers, soft equipment and

Recycled membranes and laminates

reinforcement styling in garments

Recycled Spandex

Recycled rubber for footwear

Recycled textile to textile - repurposing too - e.g fabric to

Recycled EVA for footwear and soft equipment

insulation

Spacer like fabrics for footwear uppers

Carbon capture yarns - capturing CO2 and creating polyester yarn

Classic sports middle layers

Bio-manufactured fiber waste - pineapple leaves, kapok,

Micro fleece with the focus on a reduction in microfiber pollution

mycelium, cactus

Anti-odor topical finishes and micro-encapsulated yarns

Recycled tapes on zippers and trims

Classic rip stop in bright synthetics through to tough-looking

Food waste for dyeing

classics

Waterless dyeing and printing

Perfect compositions and fiber origins for all sectors of the

Solution dyeing - less offcuts through even surface distribution

textile sector

Leather offcuts

Classic

Recycled and biodegradable packaging New bio-based ingredients for fibers and oil - crushed olive stones, oranges, seaweed

Fall/Winter 2025/26 Textile Trend 3: Tectonic The Mood

Imagine

Movement is undeniably the top feature in the sports and outdoors

Body-mapped warp and circular knit create a streamlined

Bio Mechanics

industry, whether it be from a leisurely level through to the

performance with zero waste at production. A reduction in seams

Nano Technology

competitive channels where rapid speed movement is essential.

reduces energy and waste but also offers sleeker wearability to the

Acceleration

With add-on and stacking systems featured in brands’ products,

wearer, anti-chaffing performance and high-performance products

offering the consumer versatility, we are looking closer and the

that support the athlete. Virgin synthetics play a role in bringing

metaphysical elements of the body and how we can build up from

enhanced durability and longevity to products. Microencapsulated

that.

performance is also king in supplying a varying range of functions from moisture management, anti-odor, FIR, the permanence of this

From musculoskeletal-inspired base layers to body-mapped performance, even the reduction of noise from a crisp outer layer, this trend builds up from the most important component - the wearer. With the focus on biomechanics, it isn’t just the human form that inspires. Nanotechnology also becomes a feature, as the unique protective qualities inspired by nature are engineered to complete the performance.

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performance process adds to the longevity of a product.

Ingredients Virgin synthetics - Polyester and Polyamide

Materials

Target Markets

Malleable fabrics for footwear and soft equipment spacer

High performance competitive sports

Virgin or bio-based Polyamide 6.6 for sensual touch against the

structures that move

Long distance running

skin

3D printing for accessories and smart technology with

Socks and footwear

Recycled and bio synthetics to blend with virgin

Printed wearable technology - micro thin and barely there

High tech winter layers

Bio Spandex - high percentage used for power knits

connecting with performance Apps.

High impact sports

Heating yarns and finishes

Nano technology for protection - DWR

3D printed trims

Heat moldable recycled plastics for customized fit

Micro-encapsulated performance yarns and finishes - FIR, NIR,

Mechanical structures

heating, moisture management, anti-odor

Complementing performance fabrics and body mapping for

Quick dry performance

intensity in product design

Thermal regulating performance

Exoskeletal outer layers - high tenacity performance and

Thermo-chromatic prints

protection

Polypropylene - virgin and bio

Body armor- inspired designs with body mapped detail

Graphene in yarns and finishes

Sensors laser cut - clean cut fabrics

Bio silicone for grip

Recycled and bio-based PU taping systems

Anti-rip high tenacity aramid yarns

Clean cut fabrics

Lyocell for blends - added softness

Recycled TPE membrane - discreet toughness and protection

Down-proof outershells

Seamless flat warp knits and circular

Nano tech finishes

Raschardtronic and textronic knits - body mapped structures for zoned support and performance

Fall/Winter 2025/26 Textile Trend 4: Bona Fide The Mood

Imagine

Traceability and trust drive the Bona Fide trend, an evolving mood

Raised from digital roots in a hyper-connected world, the need for

Diversity

that embraces the consumer in uncertain times. The divide between

calm comes through. With dumb phones becoming increasingly

Transparency

outdoors and urban is becoming narrower, especially as the need

popular - this is where a kind of goofy look is emerging, as

Values

for a higher level of versatility and this is particularly clear with GenZ

traditional textile structures and trims through to nerdy silhouettes

consumers. What should be noted is that honesty is the best policy

inspire, but with strong environmental values and performance.

here, the consumer is trusting their brands to deliver the truth. Lose

This isn’t about image, it is about substance and longevity. Diversity

that trust, lose that customer!

and sustainability are ingrained and this is where we see a push in the latest eco developments in dyes, manufacturing and fiber

Dismayed at inherited issues like climate change, they have a

content working so well, yet embracing the tactility and structures

pragmatic attitude on how to make good. This is where the string

of the past, when analog was it.

sustainable developments within the textile sector make their mark.

There is also a strong sense of intrigue in the past, with a collaborative approach and community key to their lifestyles. This highlights the community spirit mentioned in the Mega Trends, where we can create parallel physical and digital ones.

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Ingredients

Materials

Target Markets

Bio degradable Polyester - chemical additives speed up the

High tenacity wovens - plain weaves

Hiking

process

Knit and woven fabrics constructed to reduce microfilament

Classic outdoors for all of the family

Wool and Cotton in multi blends with synthetics

shedding

Cross-training fitness and gym

Micro-encapsulated minerals

Micro lightweight packable performance outershells

Urban and active living - enhanced versatility

Reduced microfiber pollution

Matte touch rip stops

Travel-wear - performance for all occasions

Water saving Solution dyes

Milky touch lamination

Urban exploration and sports

Responsible chemistry

Contrasting double sided fabrics - leads to versatile design in

Rental kit and take-back/re-sell schemes

PFC and PFA-free finishes

reversible details

Solution dyed - dope dyed

2.5L and 3L high performance protection in outershells - not just

Low temperature dyeing processes

for the great outdoors but easily flipped over to the regularity of

Water-less printing

urban deluge

Digital printing

Performance denim

Bio-based and biodegradable synthetics

Classic denim for its biodegradability but watch dye stuffs and

Ocean waste recycled synthetics

finishing that could interfere with the speed of degradation

Natural fibers - responsibly sourced cotton, organic cotton

Natural/synthetic blends from recycled or bio sources in blends

Vegan leather

Fleece structures

Recycled and traceable down

Sherpa fleece - the use of recycled or bio synthetics has appeal

Hemp

Yarn dyed shirting

Bio alternatives - mushrooms, pineapple, orange, seaweed

Wool blends - base layers - blend with bio synthetics for durability

Fall/Winter 2025/26 Textile Trend 5: Prodigy The Mood

Imagine

Prodigy leads the way towards combining the eco-driven processes

Through the resilience of micro yarns and featherweight qualities,

Modern

the industry has incubated, combined with the augmented approach

we can’t ignore the mark augmented technology has already made,

Ultra Light

that sourcing, sampling and production sectors have, minimizing

not just as an inspiration for visuals, but also using it to the

Tenacious

excess stock and waste. This prodigious direction also highlights

advantage of the consumer for a customized fit, especially for

the new directions in retail, bricks & mortar vs. clicks, online with

footwear. Sonic stitching, laser cutting and digital sourcing lead to a

returns or BOPIS, digital sourcing and sampling and open

reduction in time and waste. Customized fitting must also be

communication D2C, as digitalization claims its place.

considered, again reducing returns and waste.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) inspires fabric and trim design, as translucency and wavelike aspects of the metaverse are embedded into materials or printed onto surfaces. Sustainability is addressed through cleaner manufacturing, responsible design and less waste, especially from over-production. Sustainable solutions aren’t solely aren’t the ingredients and resources used in textile manufacturing.

Blockchain technology offers easily accessible control to all sectors of the supply chain.

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Ingredients Polypropylene - virgin and bio-based - the lightest yarn known,

Materials

Target Markets

Micro encapsulation body mapping 3D printing - AI customized

Running

hydrophobic performance, anti static and new dye techniques

fit

Team sports

Bio-based Propylene - sugar cane

Reflective print and yarns - safety durability

Studio fitness

Glossy color refraction from membranes

Gleaming PFC-free membrane technology - two-way protection

High endurance sports that requires rapid response to the

Printed membrane technology - circuit prints

Play with color and light - two tone effects

wearer

Polyamide 6.6. for sensual touch and longevity

Smart sensory textiles

Base through to outer-layer for next-gen skiwear

High tenacity aramid fibers

Anamorphic jacquards effects

Adaptive winter base layers

Graphene yarns and finishes

High power compression base layers

Road cycling

Protective shell-like membranes - some rigidity

Body-mapped warp knits

Outdoors/urban outer layers

Bio-based spandex - high power

Seamless manufacturing

Soft equipment - backpacks and sleeping bags

Dope dyed Spandex for increased depth of tone with dope dyed

Phase change materials (PCM) absorb and release heat in large

synthetic and less faults in fabrics

quantities for the perfect personal ambient temperature

Dope dyed synthetics and Spandex- water reduction and waste

Super fine gauge knits with thermoregulating and heating

reduction

technology

Merino Wool and cashmere is small quantities for contrast

Transparent membranes that refracting the surface of the fabric

Ultralight high performance insulation - recycled

Temperature regulating fabrics in knits and wovens

Micro encapsulated performance - moisture management, FIR,

3L and 2.5L for outdoors/urban crossover - micro lightweight

cool touch

Semi matte touch plain weaves and ripstop

Topical performance finishes

Trims - recycled plastic -reflective, LED

Big data trims - printed QR codes

3D Digital printed trims

Solar and wind turbine energy powered factories

Magnetic trims

Trims - bio glitter and bio-based sequins

Base Layer ISPO Textrends Fall/Winter 2025/26.

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Hayleys Fabric PLC is the largest weft knitted manufacturer in Sri

Eco Stretch

Performance & Benefits

Composition

DISW

100% Polyester

An ingenious use of crimped yarn, intricately knitted to emulate the

Lanka, producing knitting textiles for export market and world leading brands. Hayleys Fabric PLC has a reputation for innovation, often introducing new and cutting-edge textile technologies to stay competitive in the global market. Its dedication to quality, along with a customer-centric approach, has made it a preferred choice for businesses seeking reliable and sustainable textile solutions.

mechanical stretch akin to Spandex blends. Unlike Spandex-dependent

Weight g/m²: Width cm: Construction: Application:

145 125 Jersey T-shirt

textiles, this 100% Polyester delivers both impeccable elasticity and complete recyclability. This accomplishment stems from an absence of confinements intrinsic to Spandex. The yarn's composition, an amalgamation of recycled and bio-based components (made out of non-edible cone) , augments its sustainability. Recyclable 100% Polyester with stretch and recovery as same as a fabric which contains a considerable amount of Spandex, maintaining the required elongation values along with the satisfactory weight and cover factor.

Spandex blended fabric is non-degradable, non-recyclable which contributes to landfills. Initial challenges emerged, rough surface, tactile discomfort-attributed to unique yarn texture. Innovated a specialized irregular texture, while upholding optimal performance.

Hayleys Fabric PLC Narthupana Estate 12030 Neboda Sri Lanka

Malith Jayasinghe Tel: +94 77315013 malith.jayasinghe@hayleysfabric.com www.hayleysfabric.com Base layer

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Base Layer ISPO Textrends Fall/Winter 2025/26.

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The ocean cleaner.

YRTZZNSP0009-1 Composition 82% InResST™ Polyamide 18% Spandex

Performance & Benefits

ABanD ITWX

Weight g/m²:

194

The fabric is made with 100% InResST Polyamide, which is 100%

Width cm:

152

ocean waste relating a sustainable story like "from Ocean waste to

Construction:

Warp knit

Ocean sport", it can be widely design for swimwear and beach

Application:

Legging - Swimwear

sport.

INRESST Co., Ltd. Room 401, building 72, Zhifu center, Gaozhao street 314001 Jiaxing China

Messi Meng Tel: +86 13819358648 sales@inresst.com www.inresst.com Base Layer

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A-Hydro Mint fabric

Performance & Benefits

Composition

ABDERV

the mass market in China with professional sporting products

90% Polyamide

A-Hydro Mint fabric is a performance textile derived from special Polyamide

including footwear, apparel and accessories.

10% Spandex

yarn, which is spun with natural peppermint ingredients. Through innovative

ANTA KIDS is a brand of Anta group for children sportswear. ANTA brand was established in 1991. For many years, ANTA Sports has been principally engaging in the design, development, manufacturing and marketing of ANTA Sportswear series to provide

carrier technology, peppermint monomer can be bribed at the molecular Weight g/m²:

150

level, thus the mint ingredient is nonvolatile. Therefore, this material contains

Width cm:

150

natural ingredients that are both environmentally friendly and functional,

Construction:

Circular knit

such as cool and antibacterial. The product has superior heat conducting

Application:

Dress - Footwear - Legging - Lining -

and quick drying performance, of which the Qmax value of touch cooling

Light jacket - Pants - Pullover - Shorts - Shirt -

feel is 0.27J /cm2·s, water absorption rate is 150%, drip diffusion time is 5.6s,

T-shirt - Underwear

evaporation rate is 0.28 g/h, and wicking height is 139mm. Moreover, the mint components contribute to antibacterial properties, of which the inhibitory rate of Staphylococcus aureus is 98%, Escherichia coli is 96%, and the Candida albicans is 84%, after 50 times washing process. All this makes a unique cooling effect and an ultra-soft hand feel, helping maintain a comfortable body condition.

Anta (China) Co., Ltd. No.99 Jiayi Rd, Siming District, Fujian 361008 Xiamen China

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Shin Zhong Tel: +86 18750929287 zhongxin@anta.com www.anta.com

Base Layer

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