During our day out to London to attend the trade show, Fashion SVP, we met up with one of our regular suppliers who had some great news for us here at Bridge & Stitch! With ever advancing technology, the supplier wanted to show us their new collection of technical fabrics. From water repellent to moisture controlling, we have received many amazing new technology fabrics that we can offer to our clients.
Suitable for performance wear, the supplier offers a ‘solar+’ technology textile which enables the fabric to keep warm. No matter what the colour, allowing the natural power of the sun’s rays to be absorbed. It works well on high pressure days when it is sunny and cold, improving the body’s heat management, giving a degree of comfort and reduces loss of heat. Even a thin fabric can provide more warmth!
An example: This soft shell fabric includes the ‘solar+’ technology as well as being made of washable wool. It is water and wind repellent, breathable and moisture controlling, and is available as a double sided colour. Perfect for thermals in a ski wear collection!
Another example: This again soft shell but double layer fabric which can provide the same qualities while being thicker and more suitable as an outer layer. Perhaps quilted, something we can also provide at Bridge & Stitch. Containing a wool fibre middle layer. Perhaps used as a Quilted Gillet in an A/W collection.
Another technology the supplier provides, ‘3XDRY’, is a functional treatment that combines two technologies into one. Where by the textile outside is water repellent and the inside is water absorbent. The technology enables the textile to prevent noticeable perspiration marks, to generate a comfortable cooling-effect, as well as to improve dirt and water repellence. The cooling effect will assist the natural cooling function of the body and ensures more energy during active phases. And it is able to be washed and dried in a flash!
Example: Breathable and has a four-way stretch for comfort. Perfect for intense mountain biking performance wear!
Another example: Thinner than the first example but is also bacteria controlling and UV protected. Perfect for a sports collection!
Our favourites at Bridge & Stitch!
We love this four-way stretch abrasion resistant fabric! Water and wind repellent, this textured textile would look great as a Ski Wear Jacket, as well as being comfortable, breathable and heat repelling. The stand out red, as well as the other bright colours that it can be ordered in would look great during après ski at the slopes!
Prints galore!
This neoprene like soft shell fabric is water and wind repellent. A great way to be able to use a custom print on designs using this fabric, something we offer here at Bridge & Stitch! It reduces heat loss. How about a stylish hoody for a winter collection?
Another we love!
Reflex technology is up and coming in the sports clothing world. This reflective four-way stretch fabric is great for panels or trims on cycling wear! With its luxurious feel, this innovative fabric is perfectly ideal for a high end sportswear collection.
We love texture!
A soft shell textile, encouraged to be used in a cycling collection, this breathable two-way stretch is designed for comfort and flexibility. And has texture! A feature that can be used to make a simple item more complex and attractive to a customer. It comes as a two sided wind and water repellent textile too, perhaps it could be used as a reversible pair of cycling trousers!
All of the supplier’s fabrics are:
