Global launch for Lycra VintageFX
The Lycra Company announced a global launch of its Lycra VintageFX at Kingpins Amsterdam (April 15-16) following a soft launch last edition.
Designed for denim and woven fabrics, the fibre enables mills to recreate rigid, heritage-inspired looks without sacrificing recovery or comfort.
The VintageFX fibre works in tandem with Lycra fibre in a dual-core structure. During finishing, this fiber shrinks under heat, controlling elastic extension, protecting the fibre core, and delivering enhanced shape retention.
Ebru Ozaydin, denim director at Lycra, said: “For brands and garment makers, its dual-core yarn construction, low growth and high recovery open new design possibilities. These features enable compact, less bulky fabrics with an authentic vintage appearance, but without the instability of traditional low-stretch constructions.”
The company has also recently announced it has reached commercial volumes of Lycra Renewable fibre, which is made from 70% plant-based resources.
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