The field of fabric design is never short of innovation and inspiration, and the prediction of future trends is the focus of every designer. Recently, the Shanghai International Functional Textiles (Autumn/Winter) Exhibition, in conjunction with WGSN, released the four major fashion trends of functional fabrics for autumn/winter 2025/26, bringing the latest design vane.
Whether you are a student who is studying or want to learn fabric design, or an industry insider who wants to know the latest trends, today I will unveil a new chapter in fabric design for you, read on!
1. Fabric trend: spiritual ecology
The "Spirit Ecology" theme combines a tribute to ancient wisdom with a forward-thinking approach to biological innovation to explore product design ideas that benefit the planet, communities and human civilization.
This trend not only expresses people's desire to return to nature and ecology, but also symbolizes the exploration and curiosity of unknown areas. Through the fabric design, the viewer is led into a familiar and mysterious natural world, so that the fabric not only has comfort and functionality, but also carries the deep respect and thinking of nature and ecology.
Color trends: Natural brown tones, deep emerald, Milky lilac, crystal blue, Future twilight and flame colors will lead the way.
For example, flame colors reflect the issues of climate change and drought in a unique way, while deep emerald and clear blue inject a mysterious and ethereal atmosphere into traditional colors.
The innovation of the fabric effect:
brand is more environmental protection, natural direction. Bio-based materials and bio-dyeing technologies reduce dependence on chemicals and reduce environmental impact.
Natural alternative materials, such as bio-fleece and ductile fibers, are gradually replacing traditional petrochemical fibers, and tactile elastic fabrics and jacquard soft shell materials provide a comfortable and elastic experience for the wearer.
Return to nature and light skin comfortable: fabric research and development is moving toward contains antioxidants, vitamins and soothing ingredients of natural material direction, aims to improve the wearer's skin health. This soft, body-hugging fabric is ideal for body-hugging items such as pajamas.
Many application scenarios of outdoor clothing fabrics: the increase of consumer demand for "one content is multi-purpose", promoted the fabric design in a professional, seek a balance between fashion, sports and leisure.
Adaptable fabrics, such as weatherproof nylon, can be easily integrated into everyday wear while meeting the changeable weather conditions outdoors.
2. Fabric trend: UZhitron
With the increasing strain of global resources, people are more and more inclined to create flexible, versatile and personalized long-term products with the help of science and technology, rather than blindly pursuing excessive innovation.
The theme of "Uzhi Innovation" advocates creating better products with fewer resources, reducing waste generation, optimizing production efficiency, and extending product life through iterative processes and incremental upgrades. This concept combines sustainability with technological innovation to lead us towards a leaner, more efficient and environmentally friendly future.
Color trends: powder wax quietly elegant color, neutral color, circulating ash, twilight, cherry red paint colour in the future.
Cheerful bright colors complement the simple, elegant pink wax, while timeless neutrals inject a classic feel into the design. Circular grey and Future Twilight are understated and avant-garde in style, giving functional products a unique commercial air.
In the general trend of simplicity and environmental protection, the innovation of recycled fabrics is favored. Bioinnovative materials, environmentally friendly cotton, nylon alternatives and responsible wool are increasingly in focus, allowing products to be recycled or safely biodegraded at the end of their life cycle.
As virtual products and experiences become more realistic, digital AI technology is profoundly affecting the future of fabric design. Inspired by AI technology, fabric design incorporates sports and technology elements, such as warm fabrics, digital light fabrics, and high-tech materials that can monitor health conditions, and these innovations open up new possibilities for functional clothing in the future.
Post time: Feb-06-2025
