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Nex-Gen Materials / 2022 Overview

17 February 2023

 2 minutes
In September 2022, Allbirds released the Plant Pacer, a sneaker made with Natural Fiber Welding’s (NFW) next-gen leather Mirum.

Investments in NextGen Materials Almost Halved in 2022, Finds Industry Report

Even though a 10-year track from 2013-22 shows that capital invested in next-gen material sector continues with an upward momentum, the last year saw funding drop by almost 50%.

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Nex-Gen Materials / Curtain-Raiser

14 May 2022

 2 minutes
‘NextGen materials’ are livestock-free direct replacements for conventional animal-based leather, silk, fur, down, wool, and exotic skins (also referred to as ‘incumbent materials’). NextGen materials use a variety of biomimicry approaches to replicate the aesthetics and performance of their animal-based counterparts.

Mega Summit to Accelerate Adoption of Next-Gen Materials; $2.3 Billion Invested Since 2015

The two-day virtual Material Innovation Conference that gets under way on 18 May looks to inspire, connect, innovate and scale the development and adoption of NextGen materials to make sustainability an easier option for all.

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Event Roundup / Textile ETP Report
The 2025 Textile ETP Annual Conference in Alcoy made one thing clear: regulation alone will not drive the textile industry’s transformation. Rather, it will be the decisions and collective actions of researchers, innovators, businesses, and policymakers that shape a sustainable future.

Decarbonisation in Textile Finishing: Engineering Solutions for a High-Impact Transition

  • Hilde Heim

19 May 2025
AI Trends / Advertising Commentary
Digital twins — virtual replicas of real people — are gaining traction in marketing to enhance personalisation, streamline content creation and deepen customer engagement.

Digital Clones of Real Models Are Revolutionising Fashion Advertising

  • Luana Carcano

26 May 2025
 
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Designer Talk / Nigerian Trends Report
These stunning runway moments at LagosFW24 redefined elegance with bold silhouettes, rich textures, and timeless sophistication.

How Lagos Fashion Blends Nigerian Tradition with Global Style Trends

  • Adwoa Owusuaa Bobie

29 May 2025
Toxic Fashion / Nonylphenol Usage Report
Indian textile products containing toxic chemicals may face barriers or trade limitations in the global market, hindering competitiveness of the Indian textile industry. By aligning with international efforts and adopting strict measures,

Toxic Chemicals in Indian Clothing Pose Health and Environmental Threats, Finds Study

  • Special Correspondent

27 May 2025
 
Young India Fashion Survey 2025