Interstoff Asia Essential has relaunched its trend forums for the upcoming edition, which will run October 6-8 in Hong Kong.
Among the new trend areas will be a section called ‘From Function to Fashion’, which will include around 30 functional fabric providers. They will be split into three categories: outdoor and sportswear, uniform and protective clothing, and casual and home wear.
Broader trends will be included in its ‘From Eco to Fashion’ segment, which will be led by Ornella Bignami from Italy-based trend forecaster Elementi Moda.
The four themes within this section will be: Northern Shelter, featuring cool colours with a neutralised light effect ranging from fine jerseys and coarse cashmeres to cross-stitch embroideries and windproof nylon materials; Indulgent Dreams, comprising soft colours in nude skin tones and cosmetic pink hues in materials ranging from superfine wools and antique laces to monochromatic brocades and prints with ephemeral motifs; Layers of Time, using colours modulated by a vintage patina with materials ranging from woollen twills and kempy mohairs to coarse canvas and paisleys on velvets and satins; and Crazy Creations, featuring vibrant colours in materials ranging from coloured denim and sparkling jersey knits with fake furs to exaggerated graphics and Lycra.
