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06 / In the Market Coverage kicks off with trade show news including a recap of Performance Days in Munich. Our European correspondent crosses the pond to report on NYC retail trends, while we talk sustainability with OrthoLite exec Dan Legor. 16 / Technology "Circularity" has become the new buzzword in the industry. Writer Debra Cobb investigates how circularity differs from sustainability and explains the importance of "collaborative consumption." 20 / Footwear Jennifer Ernst Beaudry learns what's new and what's next for Vibram in her interview with Fabrizio Gamberini, global chief brand officer and presi- dent of Vibram Corp's American operation, while attending a celebra- tion of the Vibram Technological Center in Guangzhou, China. 22 / Industry Outlook We examine the new outlook on func- tionality taking shape as hard-core technical gives way to a softer side of performance influenced by consumer desire for wellbeing benefits and an emphasis on healthy living . 28 / Made in USA At Bixby International significant investment in machinery and workforce, aggressive growth plans, and a new collection of functional fabrications for active apparel is keeping this fifth-generation, 145 year-old firm relevant. 30 / Survey This installment of Trend Insight Consumer delivers research on purchasing decisions by today's active outdoorists with feedback conducted on the MESH01 Platform. 34 / In the Studio We spotlight three firms that have fresh takes on functionality with product that stands out with new fibers, silhouettes and attitudes — without skipping a beat when it comes to performance. 36 / Strategies We reached out to industry insiders to get the lowdown on today's increasingly high-profile hemp market. Here's what you need to know about this timely topic . 38 / Trendsetter The team at Thirty Three Threads has found a way to make socks pretty, yet high performing for yogis, cycling enthusiasts and aspiring ballerinas. Contributor Suzanne Blecher reports . 40 / Education A collaborative effort amongst a trio of universities has unveiled a unique "switching effect" that shows promise for thermal conductive textiles. Kathlyn Swantko shares the groundbreaking research. 42 / Out of Context Kurt Gray believes something is out of sync if Boeing makes airplanes faster than the Outdoor Industry makes jackets. Find out how this disconnect is impacting brick-and-mortar retail . May/June 2019 Editor /Associate Publisher Emily Walzer emilyawalzer@gmail.com Editorial Director Cara Griffin Art Director Francis Klaess Contributing Editors Suzanne Blecher Kurt Gray Jennifer Ernst Beaudry Kathlyn Swantko Publisher Jeff Nott jnott@formula4media.com 516-305-4711 Production Brandon Christie 516 305-4710 bchristie@formula4media.com Advertising Katie O'Donohue kodonohue@formula4media.com 828-244-3043 Sam Selvaggio sselvaggio@formula4media.com 212-398-5021 Subscriptions: store.formula4media.com One year, $24.00 (U.S. Funds) in the United States. All other countries, $54.00 (U.S. Funds). Formula4 Media Publications Sports Insight Sports Insight Extra Outdoor Insight Footwear Insight Footwear Insight Extra Team Insight Team Insight Extra Textile Insight Textile Insight Extra Trend Insight sportstyle PO Box 23-1318, Great Neck , NY 11023 Phone: 516-305-4709 Fax: 516-305-4712 www.formula4media.com Textile Insight ® is a registered trademark of Formula4 Media, LLC. ©2019 All rights reserved. The opinions expressed by authors and contributors to Textile Insight are not necessarily those of the editors or publishers. Textile Insight is not responsible for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or artwork. Articles appearing in Textile Insight may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express permission of the publisher. Textile Insight is published bi-monthly: Jan/Feb; Mar/Apr; May/Jun; Jul/Aug; Sep/Oct; and Nov/Dec. Postmaster: Send address changes to Textile Insight, P.O. Box 23-1318 Great Neck, NY 11023 textileinsight.com TEXTILE INSIGHT ® See our In the Studio story on page 34 for details.