SUMMARY

ANTI-COUNTERFEITING TECHNOLOGY
Applied DNA Sciences (APDN) has launched a new woven garment label which incorporates an anticounterfeiting
technology called SigNature DNA
DESIGN
Nike has designed a device for hiding a drawstring in clothing

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
Lectra has launched a new version of Modaris, its pattern-making software for the apparel industry
Shapely Shadow has developed an internet-based product, called FastFit360, which allows users to
view the fit of a garment from anywhere in the world

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FIBRES AND YARNS FOR APPAREL
Coats has launched a 100% organic cotton sewing thread under its EcoVerde brand
Optimer Brands has introduced a 100% recycled yarn called Dri-release E.C.O (environmentally
Correct Origins) 2nd Nature

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FABRICS FOR APPAREL
Lenzing and Tejidos Royo have developed a new range of denim fabrics, called E[DOS], which are
made from organic cotton and Tencel fibres

OTHER FABRICS FOR APPAREL
Invista has introduced its Lycra lastingFIT fabric for denim garments
Teijin Fibers has developed a fabric for undergarments which can help a wearer to "burn body fat"

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY APPAREL
Anvil Knitwear has introduced a recycled cotton t-shirt which has been certified CarbonFree
Eco-Panda has launched a new range of swimwear made from recycled nylon
Teijin has unveiled a new range of suits made from recycled plastic bottles

FUNCTIONAL APPAREL
Allen Solly has introduced a new range of stretchy wrinkle-resistant men's trousers to the Indian market

SPORTS APPAREL
Adidas has introduced three new fitness garments which incorporate Skintex technology
Sports apparel maker moving comfort has used S.Café fabric, made from coffee grounds, to
manufacture a new range of sports brassieres

List of figures
Figure 1: Prototype of an undergarment which is able to "burn body fat"
Figure 2: AnvilRecycled CarbonFree certified T-shirt