Deep Dive Bodywear
Dive into the new Bodywear Collective at PERFORMANCE DAYS
Hot news from the upcoming winter edition of PERFORMANCE DAYS, which is going to take place on October 23rd and 24th, 2024 in Munich. In close cooperation with London Contour Experts group there will be with The Bodywear Collective sponsored by The Lycra Company a dynamic new platform that was created to be the go-to source for high-performance functional textiles for the bodywear sector, focusing on underwear, swimwear, dancewear, shapewear and sports bras & leggings. We are excited to share that this year's PERFORMANCE DAYS will feature a brand-new segment curated by the team of designer Nichole De Carle.
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Read our new interview with Nichole de Carle
With the new Bodywear Collective, PERFORMANCE DAYS is finally expanding its offerings to include the bodywear sector – a logical step following the integration of footwear. The importance of this topic today and in the future, and especially the current dynamics within this category, are explained by co-initiator of the new Bodywear Collective, designer and founder of London Contour Experts, Nichole de Carle, in The Behind the Seams-interview.
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Without seams from the start - the new seamless-revolution
In recent seasons, the focus in the bodywear sector has increasingly been on seamless technology. This is likely because the manufacturing process eliminates bothersome seams, ensuring that the clothing is barely noticeable on the skin. This makes fashion not only more comfortable but also significantly more versatile.
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Materials Section
Have a look at our favourite fabrics for Bodywear!
Dancewear, Shapewear, Swimwear, Underwear, Leggings & Sports Bras and Seamless - the variations of Bodywear are as diverse as the manufacturers' innovations. Have a look at our Top-Favorite fabrics meeting market demands for comfort, support, style, and sustainability.
Align Textile Co., Ltd. AL22SS922R
skin_plus
Baselayer
86% rec. PES, 14% Bio-Spandex
Our bio-based spandex is composed of 70% industrial Dent Corn material sourced from Hyosung, significantly reducing the carbon footprint by 23% and cutting water usage during the manufacturing process by an impressive 39%. This innovation not only meets the stringent requirements of the active market for compression apparel but also aligns seamlessly with environmental sustainability, marking a significant stride towards eco-conscious textile solutions. Experience the perfect blend of performance and environmental responsibility with our cutting-edge bio-based spandex.
Feinjersey Fabrics GmbH / dfine. by Feinjersey 10-10963-312
Fine Rip - Finest
Baselayer
89% TENCEL™ Mo, 11% Elastane degradable Roica V550
Features: • botanical origin • degradable • C2C ready • cool & dry touch • soft to skin • thermoregulation & moisture management • highly breathable • free cut & no curling (easy confection)
Carvico S.p.A 825
SYDNEY ECO
Baselayer
51% rec. PES, 49% P.B.T.
Sydney Eco is the high-performance fabric created by Carvico for competition swimwear. Innovative and high-tech, it has been designed for the creation of breathable, non-see-through swimwear with a perfect fit and the ability to follow the body movements without constraining it. Sydney Eco boasts all the main features which can make a fabric ideal for swimwear: it is chlorine-proof, resistant to suntan creams and oils, fast drying and UV protective ( UPF50+ ) and its colours will stay the same over time.
About the Author
Astrid Schlüchter
PERFORMANCE DAYS
Starting February 2024, Astrid Schlüchter is taking on the role of Senior Communication Manager at PERFORMANCE DAYS. To drive further growth with innovative communication strategies, PERFORMANCE DAYS is bringing Astrid Schlüchter on board not only as a seasoned industry expert but also as a renowned specialist journalist. Before joining PERFORMANCE DAYS, the trained fashion designer led the editorial team of the print and online medium SAZsport as Editor-in-Chief and was instrumental in the development of the Sports Retail Congress. Prior to that, Schlüchter worked for a long time as a freelance writer for various media in the sports, fashion, and lifestyle segments.
