Arabella News | Only One Week Remaining For Arabellas Canton Fair Weekly Brief News In Oct 13th Oct 19th

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It is getting closer to start Arabella’s journey to Canton Fair. This time, we already prepared more things for the exhibition: new activewear designs, new fabrics, new trends. Everything you might care. Here is our exhibition information!

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Although we were getting busy with a client visit in the recent 2 weeks, we are not letting this big event behind. Thus, this week, let’s still take a glance at what’s new in our clothing industry.

Trends

(Oct 14th)
WGSN has unveiled 4 core directions of Invisible Design, the macro trend in apparel design in the following 2 years as below.
1.Color
Minimalist should be applied. Combined with delicate surface designs, it creates varying visual effects by layering colorless or soft pastel shades with different lighting and shadow effects.
Keywords: Airy & Misty, Layering & Transparent, Visual Delusion, Sheer
Inspiration for apparel from Arabella: Softshell Jacket, Mesh

2. Function

Modular design features a simple construction, allowing for easy disassembly, storage, or arbitrary combination according to needs.

Keywords: Flexible Design, Modular, Seamless, Adaptive, Multi-functional

Inspiration for apparel from Arabella: Packable Jacket, windbreaker, tracksuits

3. Space

Using sheer fabrics and other low-profile textiles, as well as oversize and laid-back design to construct your apparel to create a loose fit and effortless look.

Keywords: Foldable, Oversized, Laid-back design

Inspiration for apparel from Arabella: Functional Tracksuits, Sweatsuits

4. Material

Starting from materials, explore products that leave no trace after their lifespan ends or environmentally friendly designs that facilitate post-use recycling. Explore the use of bio-based materials, such as plant and fungal sources including mycelium, cassava, and sugarcane, to create products with sustainability and environmental benefits.

Keywords: Bio-based, Sustainability, Non-toxic

Inspiration for apparel from Arabella: Activewear with bio-based, sustainable fabrics and fibers

These 4 directions seem to be corresponding in Arabella’s recent researches on the clothing industry as well as our new designs for our following exhibitions. They are evidently showing up in the latest tracksuits, shorts and joggers. Wearers are pursuing weightlessness and versatile outdoor wear because of climate changes, concerns about environmental-friendliness and longings for outdoor activities.

Fabrics & Fibers

(Oct 13^th)

Professional Textile Companyr RUDOLF have signed an exclusive contract with Heraeus Precious Metals contains their latest anti-bacteria technology: AGXX. Based on the catalytic reaction between 2 metals, this technology can regenerate and and won’t be consumed, which might be a significant milestone for textile industry.

(Oct 14^th)

The LYCRA Company will preview two new denim innovations—LYCRA® VintageFX® fiber and bio-based LYCRA® EcoMade® fiber—at Kingpins Amsterdam 2025.

VintageFX® delivers low-stretch comfort with a vintage aesthetic, while EcoMade® is composed of 70% plant-based content without compromising performance or sustainability.

(Oct 13^th)

Teijin Frontier has launched the new thermal insulation material brand THERMOFRONT™, primarily composed of over 70% recycled polyester fiber ECOPET®. This innovative material delivers both high thermal efficiency and sustainability. THERMOFRONT™ insulation is especially designed for a wide range of apparel, from activewear to casual wear.

THERMOFRONT™

Spotlight on the Latest Activewear Brand Launches

Essentials for winter have appeared in nearly every brand’s promotions. However, the focus should truly be on the change in their materials. Since the effectiveness of merino wool has been demonstrated, more activewear brands are joining in its exploration for a variety of activewear products. In addition, cotton and fleece, as always, remain vital options for winter apparel.

Lululemon

Theme: Essential Wear

Color: Black/Red

Fabric: Recycled-polyester/Recycled-nylon/Cotton/Merino Wool

Product Types: Jackets, Button Down Shirt, Trackpants

*Craftsmanship & Design Details: Checkered Pattern

Alo Yoga

Theme: Performance Wear/Essential Wear

Color: Blue

Fabric: Nylon/Polyester Blend

Product Types: Sports Bra, Crop Tops, Sweatshirts

*Craftsmanship & Design Details: Color blocking