The LYCRA Company announces on the occasion of A+A that it is expanding into the workwear segment with its brands LYCRA®, COOLMAX® and THERMOLITE® – for a new generation of workwear. When performance matters, the material of the garment is not only crucial, but can make the real difference. The LYCRA Company’s fiber portfolio gives workwear exactly the properties required of today’s workwear: comfort, elasticity, bounce, durability, heat regulation – at every stage with sustainability in mind, from production to recycling.
The demand for workwear is greater than ever before and today’s workforce faces new challenges every day that require them to rethink and adapt. Companies and employees therefore demand more from their work clothing. What they need is workwear that delivers its performance, with fibers that perform better than conventional materials.
“Our technologies fit naturally into the workwear category and provide real value. Fabric manufacturers can innovate with higher-performing fibers, workwear brands can offer more fashionable and durable garments, and wearers feel more comfortable and confident,” says David Capdevila, Product Marketing & Merchandising Manager Apparel, The LYCRA Company.
When both comfort and durability are important, LYCRA® T400® fiber is the ideal partner for workwear: it not only offers a comfortable stretch without compromising durability, but also ensures excellent shape retention thanks to its extended stretch and recovery capabilities. The result: The work clothing retains its fit and appearance even after long periods of use. The LYCRA® T400® EcoMade fiber is also GRS certified and can be recycled into new polyester fibers using the right process.
The LYCRA Company is about more than just fiber and technology solutions for functional clothing: all innovations are aimed at improving the wearer’s experience. And with sustainability always at the company’s focus, the fibers are developed from recycled PET bottles and textile waste, supporting a circular economy and helping to reduce the environmental impact of clothing.
“We are also committed to transparency and traceability in our supply chain and ensure that our fibers meet strict ethical and environmental standards, including certifications such as Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and OEKO-TEX®. This commitment gives our partners the confidence that LYCRA®, COOLMAX® and THERMOLITE® branded clothing is produced responsibly and trustingly worldwide,” explains Marc Souto, Technical Sales Manager – Southwestern Europe, The LYCRA Company.