Munich Fabric Start

Summer's best: FABRICS in pastel colours for Spring.Summer 23

These FABRICS are reminiscent of sea, light sunshine and fresh flowers

FABRICS Spring.Summer 23 #3

19. February 2022

Although MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE in the end of January couldn’t be realised due to the pandemic, we want to give our beloved exhibitors and long-term partners the chance to present their collections for Spring.Summer 23 online. We are presenting some of the most inspiring developments, prints and innovations in all our areas: FABRICS, ADDITIONALS, BLUEZONE, DESIGN STUDIOS, SOURCING & KEYHOUSE.

We already introduced some natural and bold FABRICS collections in these two blog articles:

– #1: Natural fabrics like linen and hemp determine the Spring.Summer 23 FABRICS

– #2: Spring.Summer 23 FABRICS are bold, colourful and environmentally friendly

In this third FABRICS article, we will introduce you to the textile collections that are reminiscent of sea, light sunshine and fresh flowers. Be prepared for the full power of pastel colours!

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Brennet Fashion AG | Eugster & Huber

Brennet Fashion offers nice organic cotton woven shirting fabrics, treated from the parent company AG Cilander in Switzerland with a soft non iron finishing for an easy life, assisted by a natural stretch for days in the office and home office. The goal? To be always well dressed and comfortable. Available in different weavings and weights.

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CASA DA MALHA

Intense and unique: the Spring.Summer 23 collection called “Ambitious” was developed by following the newest trends. CASA DA MALHA designes peculiar knits in bold structures and cheeky colors that can appeal to your senses but also be comfortable and versatile – with the intention of proving that sustainability and premium designs can go hand in hand. The fabric specialist offers innovative materials like biodegradable polyamide, natural dies, pineapple, nettle and hemp fibers in various colours.

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JJR and Onset

JJR and Onset’s Spring.Summer 23 collection is a splash of colours, flowers and sustainability. Getting back to the company’s roots and understanding the importance of the environment, a range of hand-woven and hand-embroidered fabrics by artisans is presented. A collection consisting of sustainable, organic fabrics like cotton and silk, as well as beautifully embellished textiles using techniques of embroidery, print and tie-dye.

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Linas AB

Linas is proud to present its newest innovation: fabrics from recycled linen. The most exciting part: it leaves no waste! Nothing. Nada. All of the textile waste used to be called left-overs from the manufacturing process is now recycled into brand new yarns. For the first time, recycled yarns are 100% made of linen in contrast to the synthetic materials usually coming from recycled yarns. Linas aims to change the view on waste by creating a new resource from recycling.

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YILDIRIM TEKSTIL

The theme for Spring.Summer 23 is REVIVAL. Yildirim Tekstil tries to express the awakening of the revival that is revealed by the freshness of the spring, the heat of the summer. A june breeze created with materials that respect nature and prioritize protection using fresh, clear and bright warm colors in the awakening of nature.

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ZEYNAR MENSUCAT

In the current pandemic, Zeynar Tekstil realized more than ever that we need to fulfill our responsibilities towards nature. Therefore, Zeynar prepared a vivid and dynamic collection for Spring.Summer 23 with the philosophy of being respectful to nature. The aim is to give importance to nature and to human health with environmentally friendly technology and sustainable fabrics.

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by Chantal Graeff

Searching for the most sustainable Fabrics of the season?

ReSOURCE Fabrics Spring.Summer 23

#1

17. February 2022

ReSOURCE is the sourcing platform for environmentally friendly and responsibly produced textiles, clothing and accessories. Search, discover and connect – all in one place. Source sustainable materials online anytime www.resource-textiles.com

More than 180 ReSOURCE materials have reached us this season – together with the samples from the Autumn.Winter 22/23 season, more than 560 innovative fabrics & additionals from 87 companies are now being presented to you in our manufacturer and material search.

Sustainable textiles are always nude, plain and boring?

Not with these Spring.Summer 23 developments from our ReSOURCE exhibitors

  • Alarga Textile
  • Elissa Stampa
  • Sundag Heinrich
  • Tejidos Royo
  • Zeynar

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Alarga Textile

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% kbT Wool
  • Weigth: 340 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Fleece, Wool fabrics

Alarga Textile offers a large selection of different materials in a wide variety of colors and prints with a special focus on GOTS certification as well as on wool from controlled organic animal husbandry (kbT) and cotton from controlled organic cultivation (kbA).

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% kbT Wool
  • Weigth: 220 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Fleece, Wool fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 70% kbT Wool, 30% Silk
  • Weigth: 180 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Silk fabrics, Wool fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 70% kbT Wool, 30% Silk
  • Weigth: 180 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Silk fabrics, Wool fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% kbA Cotton
  • Weigth: 250 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Jacquard

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% kbT Wool
  • Weigth: 200 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 70% kbT Wool, 30% Silk
  • Weigth: 180 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics, Wool fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% kbA Cotton
  • Weigth: 380 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton, Plush & Teddy

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% kbA Cotton
  • Weigth: 380 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Plush & Teddy

  • Categories: GOTS, Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 70% kbT Wool, 30% Tencel®
  • Weigth: 220 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Regenerative Textiles, Wool fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 70% kbT Wool, 30% Tencel®
  • Weigth: 200 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics, Regenerative Textiles, Wool fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 70% kbT Wool, 30% Silk
  • Weigth: 180 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Silk fabrics, Wool fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 95% kbA Cotton, 5% Elastan
  • Weigth: 200 g/sqm
  • Speciality: Digital Druck
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Jersey fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% kbT Wolle
  • Weigth: 220 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Wool fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% kbT Wolle
  • Weigth: 220 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jacquard, Wool fabrics

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Elissa Stampa

  • Categories: Recycled
  • Composition: 100% Polyester
  • Weigth: 90 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Recycled Textiles

  • Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 96% Viscose, 4% Elastan
  • Weigth: 200 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Regenerative Textiles, Viscose fabrics

Turkish company Elissa Stampa bets on natural or recycled fabrics as well as regenerated textiles made of a cellulose based fibre produced in a closed cycle (at least 95%).

  • Categories: Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 11% Polyamid, 88% Cotton, 1% Elastan-Lycra
  • Weigth: 200 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics

  • Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 100% Lyocell
  • Weigth: 105 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Regenerative Textiles

  • Categories: Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 98% Cotton, 2% Elastan
  • Weigth: 280 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton textiles

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Sundag Heinrich

SUNDAGTEX by Heinrich Sundag stands for fashionable knitted fabrics in the field of natural textiles for 20 years already – qualities made of linen, hemp and kapok as well as blends of cotton with linen, hemp or nettle determine the collection.

  • Categories: Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 80% Cotton, 20% Linen
  • Weigth: 154 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Jersey fabrics, Linen fabrics

  • Categories: Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 67% Cotton, 33% Hemp
  • Weigth: 200 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Hemp textiles, Jersey fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% Merino Wool
  • Weigth: 300 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Wool fabrics

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Tejidos Royo

Spanish company Tejidos Royo is an expert in Spinning, Indigo Dyeing, Weaving, Piece dyeing & Special finishes. Their entire denim collection is dyed with DRYINDIGO and DRYBLACK. This means: ZERO WATER, reduction of chemical and engery usage.

  • Categories: Denim, Recycled, Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 2% Elastan, 8% Elastomultiester, 30% Cotton, 30% rec Cotton, 30% Lyocell
  • Weigth: 250 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Jeans, Denim, Regenerative Textiles
  • Certifications: BCI, BSCI, GRS, STANDARD 100 by Oeko-Tex®

  • Categories: Denim, Eco Finished, Recycled
  • Composition: 69% Cotton, 29% rec Cotton, 2% Elastan
  • Weigth: 350 g/sqm
  • Uses: Cotton fabrics, Jeans, Denim, Recycelte Textiles
  • Certifications: BCI, BSCI, GRS, STANDARD 100 by Oeko-Tex®

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Zeynar Mensucat

Zeynar Mensucat convinces with an annual production capacity of 4,680,000 kg (20% digital printing, 50% printing, 30% dyeing/washing). The lively and dynamic collection follows the philosophy of respect for nature using eco-friendly technologies.

  • Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 5% Polyester, 90% Tencel®, 5% Elastan
  • Weigth: 340 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics, Lenzing™ Technology

  • Categories: Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 95% Bamboo, 5% Elastan
  • Weigth: 240 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics

  • Categories: Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 95% Cotton, 5% Elastan
  • Weigth: 255 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Jersey fabrics

  • Categories: Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 100% Cotton
  • Weigth: 170 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Jersey fabrics

  • Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 100% Tencel®
  • Weigth: 145 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics, Lenzing™ Technology, Regenerative Textiles

  • Categories: Recycled
  • Composition: 67% Cotton, 29% rec Polyester, 4% Elastan
  • Weigth: 180 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics

  • Categories: Recycled
  • Composition: 66% Cotton, 29% rec Polyester, 5% Elastan
  • Weigth: 240 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics, Recycled Textiles

  • Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 35% Cotton, 35% Modal, 25% Polyester, 5% Elastan
  • Weigth: 325 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Modal, Polyester fabrics, Regenerative Textiles

  • Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 95% Modal, 5% Elastan
  • Weigth: 150 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics, Lenzing™ Technology, Regenerative Textiles

  • Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 96% ECOVERO™, 4% Elastan
  • Weigth: 200 – 220 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Jersey fabrics

  • Categories: Regenerated Celulosics
  • Composition: 67% Polyester, 33% Viscose
  • Weigth: 290 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Polyester fabrics, Regenerative Textiles, Viscose fabrics

  • Categories: Natural
  • Composition: 70% Cotton, 30% Linen
  • Weigth: 120-130 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Jersey fabrics, Linen fabrics

  • Categories: GOTS, Organic/Natural
  • Composition: 98% kbA Cotton, 2% Elastan
  • Weigth: 250 g/sqm
  • Uses: Apparel, Cotton fabrics, Jersey fabrics

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by Chantal Graeff

KEYHOUSE's CLO Virtual Fashion stands for future vision and collaborative collection development

CLO VIRTUAL FASHION'S EXPERTISE IN EFFICIENT PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

KEYHOUSE Spring.Summer 23

15. February 2022

No MUNICH FABRIC START without our Innovation Hub KEYHOUSE! Although our shows unfortunately could not take place physically at the end of January, we would like to give our long term partners and exhibitors the chance to present their developments for Spring.Summer 23 online.

As a digital specialist from Munich, CLO Virtual Fashion stands for future vision and collaborative design development.

CLO Virtual Fashion is leading the market by digitally merging, consolidating, and converging all components related to digital garments. From 3D garment design software, digital asset management and collaborative design development platform, to consumer facing services such as virtual fitting on e-commerce, all of CLO’s products and services provide users the most efficient product development experience within the garment industry.

“Step beyond design.

Streamline your design development process with the power of true-to-life 3D garment simulation.

Show your creativity with CLO Virtual Fashion.”

More information about CLO’s futuristic 3D Design Process can be found in this blog article:

Release of the new CLO version 6.0 >>

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Experience further innovations and forward-looking developments at the first independent BLUEZONE X KEYHOUSE Show from 3 – 4 May 2022.

by Chantal Graeff

Interview about Pre-Creation, -Action and -Connection in our industry

"Pre-Action"

An interview with Simon Angel, curator of the Sustainable Innovations Forum

11. February 2022

Our contact regarding the developments that are groundbreaking for our industry? Simon Angel – Curator of the SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS, which are presented every season at MUNICH FABRIC START. SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS offers a platform for exciting young designers who create extraordinary material developments and rethink the textile world – with these insights you are always one step ahead of the market.

Here is an overview of all SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS of the last seasons >>

Hey Simon, it’s good to see you. How are you?

Actually, I am really busy with the investigation of social impacts – next to the primal impact of this pandemic, we also have the secondary impact on society as a whole and the challenges to our personal selves to deal with. Right now, the personal impact of global challenges is reaching its peak. And yes, whenever the pressure becomes too much, people (and the society) have to dissociate from it in order to ‘save’ themselves or to cope with the challenges. For now, this is resulting in the creation of new realities, ignorance or even denial. We have to ask ourselves what is going on right now. And what is even real, and what’s not? What is the real real? And behind the actual challenges of Covid-19 and climate change, there might be an even bigger challenge: reliability.

This new reality we have to face – how do you suggest we find solutions?

As I just mentioned, there are two keywords that I can really relate to: reality and reliability. I am noticing that we have to unravel these words to the point that tickles our consciousness. Our moral compasses. What are we really fighting for? What are our real problems? To be clear, problems like climate change, consumer behaviour, the oversupply of clothing, Covid-19 and fake news are all big issues. For sure, it’s good and important to clean up this mess, but the solution is not only to clean it up. We have to get to the core, which is: Why did we lose connection to what is real in the first place? We have to find inspiration in that instead of just pointing out the negative aspects.

“We have to get to the core, which is: Why did we lose connection to what is real in the first place? We have to find inspiration in that instead of just pointing out the negative aspects.”

And how do you think we can do that?

I think we have to change the prefix from ‘pre’ to ‘re’… Rethink becomes pre-think. Re-cycle becomes pre-cycle.

Give this thought some time… It’s about pre-acting instead of reacting: we have to do something new to support the next generations and enable them to follow on from us. Reacting will never be inspiring. Responding to toxic things can never be fresh, inspiring, exciting or new. We cannot achieve a better future by relying on the toxic relationships that have already existed – with economics, fashion and other people.

The prefix ‘re’ in reaction or reconnection points out to what has already been there. But: What has already been there was tainted and can no longer help us. So we don’t want to react and reconnect, we want to pre-act, pre-connect, pre-do, pre-dict and pre-create. We need something pure, something fresh in order to make a change. Let’s make new pre-lationships in order to pre-connect with our future generations.

In terms of this year’s sustainable innovations, where can we find parallels to that pre-action?

We aim to focus on the real challenges, the real choices. What do we actually want?

The common goal is to be a real person in a good society with a pure relationship to nature. Our projects show how that can be done, how we can pre-act to make a change. 

Motorskins offer a solution to becoming lean and active with the pre-creation of movements and support.

Studio Panorama Fabrics pre-use the substance of light with their project Sunkolor, which incorporates the substance of natural elements – this is how we can be inspired and influenced by nature.

Another example of nature’s support for better fashion is Irene Purasachit’s project Flower Matter and the order of pre-action with nature as a collaborative partner.

With projects and innovations like these, we can respond to the real questions and real solutions and face the challenges that lie ahead in the coming years. We will present these and other SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS to you in detail here on our M/UNIQUE blog in the coming weeks.

A Sneak Peak in our E-Magazine:

by Chantal Graeff

ReSOURCE Spring.Summer 23 Materials are online!

Source Sustainable Textiles & Accessories online with ReSOURCE

The MUNICH FABRIC START online sourcing platform provides a unique overview of future-oriented materials

9. February 2022

Discover & order the latest ecologically and socially responsible materials on the ReSOURCE Page – the unique online platform for sustainable innovations and futuristic textile solutions.

ReSOURCE Online Sourcing Platform >>

Textiles and accessories are shown in the following categories:

ORGANIC / NATURAL | DENIM | GOTS | INNOVATIVE ALTERNATIVES | BIO-DEGRADABLE | POLLUTION FREE | RECYCLED | REGENERATED CELLULOSICS

UNIQUE SUPPLIER AND MATERIAL SEARCH

With ReSOURCE, we have been offering a unique sustainability platform for 12 years. Since last season, our brand new ReSOURCE Page provides information about textile innovations, the most advanced manufacturers and the most important certificates.

We are proud to offer you more than 180 new ReSOURCE materials this season – together with the samples from the Autumn.Winter 22/23 season, we are now presenting you more than 560 innovative fabrics & additionals from 87 companies in our manufacturer and material search.

Supplier and Material Search >>

ADDITIONALS: COTTY BIO

by Gunold GmbH

Categories: Biodegradable, GOTS, Organic / Natural

OEKO-TEX Standard 100 & GOTS certified yarn from controlled organic cultivation (kbA)

FABRICS: Linen-Tencel Mix

by Philea Textiles SAS

Categories: Biodegradable, Organic / Natural, Regenerated

Traceable linen or linen mix with Acetat or Tencel, 100% Made in Europe, little/no water consumption

ADDITIONALS: Corozzo Buttons 

by Knopf Schäfer GmbH

Categories: GOTS, Organic / Natural

OEKO-TEX Standard 100 & GOTS certified, renewable raw material Corozzo, naturally ivory-colored

Discover materials from the following international manufacturers:

A-TEX Germany | Agentur Ronzani | Akbaslar Tekstil | Alarga Textile | Angelo Valera | Arula | Bertheas & Cie SASU | Bloomati by Carvema Têxtil | Bodo Jagdberg | Bornemann-Etiketten | Bossa | Bottonificio Piemontes | C. Tessile | c.pauli | CadicaGroup | Calik Denim Tekstil San. | CH.BREUNINGER.LEDER – Blue RenTec.one | Confetti Textile | Davaris Textiles | Dresdner Gardinen und Spitzenmanufaktur | Elastic – LE Textile | Elissa Stampa | Ercea International | Eurojersey | Evlox – Tavex | Feinjersey Fabrics | Fieratex | Frameless Asia Pacific Limited | Gunold | Henitex International | i.ma.tex | Ifansi Doumas Bros | Innova | Ipekis Mensucat Turk | J. Areal – Artigos Texteis | Klaus Korte Etiketten | Knopf Schäfer | Kuraray Europe | Lanificio Roma | Lenzing | Lukas Frankenberger | Manifattura Pezzetti | Manifutura | Medike Landes | MGLab | Michael Bobritz | Mitwill Textiles Europe | MUEHLMEIER Bodyshaping | Nastrificio de Bernardi | Naveena Denim Mills – NDM | Nesatex | Nextil Group (Dogi Spain & Ritex 2002) | Nilorn Germany | Olimpias Group srl – Labels division | Pastel by Yilmazipek | Peter Büdel | Philea Textiles | Piovese Fashion | Rabek Tekstil | Santa Lucia Manifattura Lane, GB. Studio | SCF – Société Choletaise de Fabrication | Secen Tekstil | Segovin Tekstil | Seidra Textilwerke | Sharabati Denim | Söktas Tekstil | Stitch & Trim | Sundag Heinrich | Takisada – Nagoya Co. | Tejidos Royo | Texcart | Thermore (Far East) | TMG Textiles | Tootal Fabrics | Trimalhas Knit Inspiration | Troficolor Têxteis | Turteks Tekstil Etiket | Tüsa Denim | Union 3 Fashion | Unizip | Utenos trikotazas | Valerius Texteis, Clothius Tecelagem | Varcotex | Velcorex since 1828 | Philea | Verhees Textiles | Vostex P.C. | We Nordic Label Studios | Yeniceri Tekstil | Zeynar Mensucat

ADDITIONALS: Sugar Cane Box

by A-TEX Germany GmbH

 Category: Organic / Natural

Packaging box made of sugar cane, banderole FSC Mix Paper; 100% biobased source

FABRICS: Carbon Zero Lyocell

by Kadeka Tekstil

Category: Regenerated

 Lenzing Technology, goal: CO2 reduction, closed loop to convert the wood pulp into cellulose fibers

ADDITIONALS: Cactus Leather Labels 

by Bodo Jagdberg GmbH

Categories: Innovative Alternatives, Organic / Natural

 Vegan, low water consumption, PETA Award & Green Product Award 2020. Back: 65%PES, 35%CO

LET'S ReSOURCE!

Don’t miss: The highlights of the ReSOURCE materials will be featured on social media and here on our M/UNIQUE blog in the coming weeks.

All information about the launch of the new ReSOURCE online sourcing platform and the relaunch of the physical ReSOURCE X SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS Area can be found in this blog article >>

ReSOURCE Relaunch Blog Article >>

by Chantal Graeff

This season's sustainable buttons, zippers & Co. are colourful & trendy

TRIMS STAND OUT THROUGH AN ECO-FRIENDLY APPROACH & UNEXPECTED COLOUR COMBINATIONS

ADDITIONALS Spring.Summer 23 #2

7. February 2022

Although MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE couldn’t be realised physically in the end of January, we want to give our beloved exhibitors and long-term partners the chance to present their collections for Spring.Summer 23 online. We are presenting the most inspiring developments, prints and innovations in all our areas: FABRICS, ADDITIONALS, BLUEZONE, DESIGN STUDIOS, SOURCING & KEYHOUSE.

For the Spring.Summer 23 season the idea of colourful & trendy is standing out the most when it comes to trims, buttons, ribbons and labels. Unexpected and unique colour combinations and dazzling sparkles are what adds Spring.Summer 23 collections a contemporary style on top of the eco-friendly approach.

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DEVETEX

For the upcoming Spring.Summer 23 season, DEVETEX is focusing on natural, light & stretchy materials. In light of the current economic challenges, DEVETEX wants to support its customers not only with the creative input in terms of materials, colours and designs but also with improved service. Which is why many materials are available in the NOS program, from stock or with small MOQs.

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Frameless Asia Pacific Limited

Spring.Summer 23 focuses on strong visual branding through the use of tactile surface textures and characterised by unexpected color combinations. Multifunctional accessories balance versatility with simplicity while sculptural shapes are bold yet minimalistic. Frameless Asia Pacific’s aim is to produce as sustainably as possible, recycling materials where possible and promoting the 3D visualisation capabilities on the Frameless Trim app to save unnecessary sampling.

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TEXCART

The Spring.Summer 23 collection of Texcart gives you renewed joy: brightness, brilliance, dazzling sparkle. Light becomes tangible, transforming itself into matter through oleographic and reflective surfaces. Silhouettes have a relaxed vibe, the shapes interact with colors embracing them in regular designs, suitable for each garment.

TEXCART offers an eco-responsible collection too, made with certified eco-sustainable materials and techniques.

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TEXTRA

“Our values of innovation, diversity, knowledge and focus on solutions are always at the core of everything we do! Also when it comes to new materials and less wasteful and damaging processes.”

For the Spring.Summer 23 collection, Textra developed 4 new themes in which the company blends the 40 years of experience with new thoughts, innovation and sustainability.

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Vostex

Vostex loves to experiment with new, vibrant colors for their design concepts. The key is not to be afraid of using new color mixes & find a special way to create an interesting piece. Vostex’ unique palette is ideal for branding inspiration and design: Bold combinations infusing personality into collections that ooze contemporary style!

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by Martyna Lotkowska

Interview on the importance and philosophy of physical trade shows

The Turn Over of the Year - An Outlook

MUNICH FABRIC START about the importance of physical trade shows, company philosophy and the show experience

4. February 2022

In the interview with the organisers of the Munich Fabric Start trade shows, Sebastian Klinder and Frank Junker give an insight into the past year, challenging times and new projects to come. The planning for MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE in January 2022 was almost complete, the response from the industry extremely positive – but then the physical trade shows had to be canceled at the end of last year.

What is the current plan for 2022?

SK: The last few months have been extraordinarily dynamic for us and incredibly tough! Having to cancel so close to the finish line with over 700 registered international exhibitors has probably been the most difficult decision in our company’s history. Now we are looking ahead and concentrating fully on the organisation and alignment of the next shows in the first half of 2022. The first independent BLUEZONE X KEYHOUSE is planned for May 2022 with an innovative concept. In addition, after a forced two-year break due to Covid-19, VIEW will finally take place again from 21 – 22 June 2022 in the MVG Museum. Followed by, of course and as usual, the combined trade show format of MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE at the end of August 2022.

The cancellation came as a surprise, especially given the enormous support from the industry and the great need for a physical platform. How do you look back on the last few weeks?

FJ: With very mixed feelings. The last few weeks have been a roller coaster ride. At a time characterised by a great deal of uncertainty and rapidly increasing infection numbers in Germany and across Europe, we saw it as our responsibility to offer a certain degree of predictability. And also to make a contribution to society, to take on responsibility. The cancellation of a trade show is an absolute nightmare for every organiser. This is unimaginably bitter for the industry as well as for us, our team and our service providers, because we all put a lot of heart and passion into the planning and preparations.

SK: Despite many question marks and uncertainties, we are convinced that we made the right decision. The current situation in Germany and Europe confirms this. The situation simply does not offer a basis on which we can and want to welcome people from 36 countries in Munich or allow trade shows to take place at the level we are familiar with. We bear an enormous economical, but also societal responsibility. And we are not one of those organisers who realise a show at any price. We see ourselves as a trustworthy and reliable industry partner who represents certain values ​​and a certain event philosophy. And we would like to keep them in the long term.

What is this philosophy?

FJ: Basically, we strive to maintain a consistently high level at all our shows, which we are constantly developing and optimising. This starts with the selection of the exhibitor portfolio, continues with the choice of materials or decorative elements and extends to our numerous trade show services on site. At heart, we are a service provider with high standards for our shows and the associated experience. This is a total package. So if we have to cancel certain services due to a pandemic, this overall concept changes and thus also affects our company philosophy. Then we weigh up how high the price is that we have to pay: not only in monetary terms, but especially in terms of image. We have continuously worked on our credibility and esteem as a service provider in the industry in recent years. It is very important to us to keep this position and the associated values.

How do you see the importance of trade shows against the background of the ongoing pandemic and what will the future look like?

“Physical trade shows in the textile industry are irreplaceable and are gaining in importance, especially in the current situation – the pandemic requires a rethink and the ability to adapt quickly with sensible hybrid add-ons.”

Sebastian Klinder, Managing Director of Munich Fabric Start

SK: However, the personal exchange as well as the feeling and seeing of the fabrics and materials are essential for the textile industry without equivalent digital alternative so far. We are convinced that in the course of this year, we will be able to implement the planned shows as physical events without having to make major cuts in our overall concept and the associated hosting philosophy. Because this is the only way we can meet the needs of the industry: a physical platform for your business in an ideal atmosphere and in real life!

“In concrete terms, this means: We will be back! Sooner rather than later and as soon as it is possible again in a responsible manner: with the firm goal of organising our trade shows in the usual variety and with our unique range of services for the industry. This is only possible with cohesion, trust and a lot of flexibility, which is still in demand from all of us.”

Frank Junker, Creative Director MUNICH FABRIC START

Now we are looking ahead and concentrate on the organisation of the next trade shows in the coming months.

The first independent BLUEZONE X KEYHOUSE is planned for spring 2022, followed by VIEW Premium Selection from 21 – 22 June 2022 and MUNICH FABRIC START & BLUEZONE at the usual show date from 30 August – 01 September 2022.

We can hardly wait to welcome EVERY.BODY again soon. Until then, we wish you a successful season – and stay healthy.

A Sneak Peak into the E-Magazine content:

by Claudia Mynott

BLUEZONE's denim trends bring back memories of 90s parties

The next denim season stands for optimism and 90s nostalgia

BLUEZONE #1

31. January 2022

Although MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE couldn’t be realised physically in the end of January, we want to give our beloved exhibitors and long-term partners the chance to present their collections for Spring.Summer 23 online. We are presenting the most inspiring developments, prints and innovations in all our areas: FABRICS, ADDITIONALS, BLUEZONE, DESIGN STUDIOS, SOURCING & KEYHOUSE.

It’s the memories of parties in the 90s, vibrancy, lightheartedness and optimism that make these BLUEZONE collections so special: The denim experts BOSSA, Close to Clothes, Realteks, Sharabati Denim and Tonello rely on the latest washes and the most modern finish paired with retro vibes.

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BOSSA

This season Bossa divided the collection in 3 concepts. The first theme is 90’s Nostalgia – the rebirth of street style cool again. The second theme is Future Healing – a new era of protection for the fast-developing new world. The third theme is Nomad Tourist – a color palette of neutrals inspired by exotic destinations with desert landscapes. All breathable fibers like hemp, flex or linen that compose the perfect suitcase of a nomadic soul.

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Close to Clothes SAS

With the core values creativity and innovation in mind, Close to Clothes try to renew themselves every year with new collections. This year, the goal is to base the collection on a more environmentally friendly approach with eco-friendly products, while keeping the designs trendy.

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Realteks

Realteks’ motto “Lets MINIMIZE while MAXIMIZING” includes its MINIMAL BLUE CONCEPT with increasing ENERGY AND STRETCHABILITY. It’s all about caring for the people and their lives, increasing values and flexibility: reducing the chemicals while creating new methods and saving energy while breathing more in this great blue space. Denim stands for FREEDOM – because humans are free souls and deserve MORE.

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Sharabati Denim

Sharabati Denim’s Spring.Summer 23 collection brings optimism, hope and joy. Everyone wants to leave behind the days spent at home, full of uncertainty and anxiety, and look into the future with hope. Sharabati Denim therefore designed 4 new concepts to support this idea: Old is New – 70’s & 80’s look; Smooth Operator – soft, comfortable and loose fabrics; Sweat Escape – fabrics that will change your mood; Green Screen – a summary of the Sustainability Vision.

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Tonello

The Laundry (R)evolution is Tonello’s concept in the finishing process. Waste avoidance and resource optimisation are the goals of the company’s refinement cycle. In the finishing process, a laser is used to replace manual abrasion, as well as an all-in-one system that carries out all washing processes by integrating four sustainable technologies. Finally, Tonello uses the Metro software, which processes data in real time to check consumption during the washing process, optimise times and improve performance.

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by Chantal Graeff

The MUNIQUE E-Magazine is online: Your Information & Inspiration for Spring.Summer 23

We miss you - let's stay in contact!

26. January 2022

Under “normal” circumstances, we would welcome the buyers and product managers of international fashion brands personally at MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE today and look forward to 3 inspiring days at the show in Munich.

However, we are unfortunately still quite far from “normal” at the moment. The last months have been extraordinarily dynamic and incredibly challenging! Having to announce a cancellation so close to our goal with over 700 registered international exhibitors has been the most difficult decision in the history of our company.

Despite many question marks and uncertainties, we are convinced that we have made the right decision. The current situation in Germany and Europe confirms this since it doesn’t provide a basis on which we can receive people from 36 countries in Munich or organise trade shows at the level we are known for.

Now online:

The MUNIQUE E-Magazine Spring.Summer 23

Especially now, we want to offer the fashion and textile industry a comprehensive basis of inspiration and information for Spring.Summer 23 – with our MUNIQUE Magazine. You normally receive this as a basis for your trade show visit on site and later online for follow-up work. This time, as a pure e-magazine, we are offering you even more editorial content and news from the industry – enjoy reading!

The new MUNIQUE E-Magazine is online now and offers insights into the new season with interviews and guest articles, innovative new materials and the latest product developments from our international exhibitor brands:

What can you expect?

  • An interview with the trade show organisers
  • News & novelties of the season of the FABRICS, ADDITONALS, DESIGN STUDIOS, SOURCING and BLUEZONE suppliers
  • The latest news about the online sourcing platform ReSOURCE – your opportunity to source sustainable materials online at any time
  • A landmark article by FashNerd’s Muchaneta Kapfunde on the 2022 technical innovations
  • The SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS that will shape our industry

>> Read the E-Magazine

A Sneak Peak into the E-Magazine content:

Now we are looking ahead and concentrate on the organisation of the next trade shows in the coming months.

The first independent BLUEZONE X KEYHOUSE is planned for spring 2022, followed by VIEW Premium Selection from 21 – 22 June 2022 and MUNICH FABRIC START & BLUEZONE at the usual show date from 30 August – 01 September 2022.

We can hardly wait to welcome EVERY.BODY again soon. Until then, we wish you a successful season – and stay healthy.

Your MUNICH FABRIC START & BLUEZONE team

by Chantal Graeff

Get your Spring.Summer 23 Trend Forecast now

Now available: EVERY.BODY Trend Book & Colour Code

TREND FORECAST Spring.Summer 23

24. January 2022

The Spring.Summer 23 season is all about EVERY.BODY – a new definition of individuality and community. In the search for optimism and balance, there is a longing for personal exchange and the haptic experience of textiles – exactly what is missing without trade shows.

Please find the detailed forecast for EVERY.BODY with 4 specific trend themes as well as the BLUEZONE trends based on the main theme THE NEW BALANCE in our detailed TREND BOOK.

Our COLOR CODE supports you with a high-quality yarn selection in key seasonal colours when designing the colour palette for your next collection.

You can purchase the TREND BOOK and COLOR CODE individually, or together as a TREND PACKAGE for full information and inspiration to support your collection development.

Don't miss:

Inspiration & Information for your Collection Development - Colours, Moods, Shapes & Styles

TREND BOOK

MUNICH FABRIC START & BLUEZONE MOODS AND TRENDS

75 EUR

COLOUR CODE

MUNICH FABRIC START & BLUEZONE TREND COLOURS

95 EUR

TREND PACKAGE 

TREND BOOK AND COLOUR CODE SPRING.SUMMER 23

135 EUR

Also still available:

TREND PACKAGE AUTUMN.WINTER 22/23

TREND BOOK & COLOUR CODE

135 EUR

>> Order AW 22/23 TREND PACKAGE

by Chantal Graeff