While Arabella is busy preparing for next week’s Canton Fair, we are conducting some research. Nowadays, eco-friendly and bio-based materials no longer seem out of reach. In fact, most upstream manufacturers are striving to commercialize them and scale up mass production—a shift that is also influencing product evolution in the clothing industry.
This time, we’ve summarized updates from upstream suppliers along with key trends in men’s wear for SS25. Let’s take a look!
Fibers
(Apr 15th) Global thread supplier COATs announced its exit from US yarn market and the closure of its facilities in Kings Mountain, USA, and Mexico. The company explained that the decision comes as the business segment has shown structural weakness and is misaligned with the company's strategic direction.
The exit is expected to be completed in Q2, with the closures anticipated to generate modest cash inflow and accelerate the focus on core business operations.
Fibers
(Apr 14th) Japanese material group Teijin has partnered with Dutch material company Circularise to launch Digital Product Passports (DPP) for aramid and carbon fibers, aiming to enhance supply chain transparency and circularity of materials.
The technology complies with the EU’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), enabling traceability of material origins and recycling processes. Teijin plans to gradually roll out DPP-enabled products starting in November 2024, strengthening its leadership in sustainable innovation and preparing to meet upcoming EU DPP requirements for batteries, textiles, and other sectors.
Fabric
(Apr 17th) The LYCRA Company is showcasing its latest bio-delivered LYCRA EcoMade fiber at Kingpins Amsterdam, which emphasizes its technology breakthrough and sustainability in the field of denim material. The fiber is made from Iowa-dent corn and will decrease the carbon footprint by 44%.
Trends
(Apr 2025) According to an article of menswear’s fashion trends analyze from Fiber2Fashion, Spring/Summer 2025 men’s fashion trends show a mix of versatility and self-expression, reflecting on a relax-tailoring, breathable and airy fabrics and looser silhouettes. Here are several key trends that worth to notice as below:
Tailoring & Silhouette: Relax & Loose, Sporty
Fabric Characteristics: Sheer, Breathable & Airy
Key Clothing Types: Utility and Work Wear
Key Products: Short Shorts, Jorts
Key Designs: Plaid, Floral prints
Key Color Styles: Pastel & Bold
New Collection Released by Top Activewear Behemoth
Last week’s new collections still show that golfing and resort styles still domain. It is obvious that running flowy track shorts has become one of main products in this year-lightweight, handy and relax silhouette make it looks more versatile for daily wear and sports.
If you have some similar trendy track shorts that you would like to develop, Arabella have provide some options for you as below:
Women Contrast Color Stretchy Super Fast Drying Jogging Shorts
Stay tuned and we will get back soon with more latest news for you!
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Post time: Apr-22-2025