06 / In The Market
A recap of summer trade events along
with a slew of sustainability reports on
eco-fashion, eco-wearables, and eco-
textile trends. Plus: news on corporate
partnerships and personnel.
17 / Technology
The recent FDA determination
represents a seismic shift for Celliant
paving the way to become "the best of
the best" of responsive textiles, says
the company's CEO.
18 / Euro Report
For Spring/Summer '19, fashion and
functionality take on a higher level
of creativity in textiles that deliver
versatility for consumers craving new
experiences.
20 / Voices
We catch up with Jill Dumain and ask
what has surprised her most about
bluesign now that she's settled into her
new role as CEO these past six months.
22 / Denim
The latest denim innovations continue
to push the tech element particularly
when it comes to strength and stretch.
Boulder Denim is a prime example.
24 / Footwear
Styles for S/S 2018 offer strong visual
statements with aggressive looks and
bold color. Also: footwear takes a stand
on National Parks with a variety of
promotions.
30 / Cover Story
With sustainability frameworks and
best practices in place, execs expect
positive change that will result in a
broader, more diverse future for eco-
responsibility.
36 / Survey
This installment of Trend Insight
Consumer delivers research on issues
related to eco-friendly materials
based on sports enthusiasts' feedback
conducted on MESH1's Insight Platform.
54 / In the Studio
We highlight three specialty brands
that use fabric selection and garment
construction to put a modern spin on
active lifestyle apparel for men.
56 / Trendsetter
Contributor Suzanne Blecher talks
with designer Grant McClelland who
is creating classic American looks
with a technical twist for Brooks
Brothers.
57 / Education
FabricLink founder Kathy Swantko
reports on Cornell University's
development of a recycling machine
that helps eliminate post-production
textile waste.
58 / Out of Context
Kurt Gray suggests that with Colorado
as an ideal backdrop, Denver is uniquely
situated to take advantage of OR from a
made-in-USA point of view like Salt Lake
never could.
A special Insight on Sustainability
section starts on Page 39.
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