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
See page 468
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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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