Wool trends

Top stories last week on Just Style…

Here are last week’s top trending stories on Just Style: Week in review: Why the apparel sector is still plagued…

Wool industry ready for a revival

The popularity of wool has declined in recent years as clothing manufacturers have switched to synthetic fibres. But new technology…

USA: Teko launches ‘Thin’ performance socks

Sock maker Teko has introduced environmentally-friendly performance socks in ‘Thin’ styles. Teko said unlike other thinner socks on the market,…

US: JCPenney, Bagir launch machine wash and dry suits

Retailer JCPenney and tailored clothing company Bagir said they are launching their machine-washable and dryable suit separates in more than…

US: Coach to launch knitwear, says Q2 earnings up

Accessories marketer Coach is launching a range of women’s knitwear in autumn 2006 in conjunction with luxury knitwear design firm…

UK: Bagir unveils tumble dry, machine washable suit

Tailored clothing maker Bagir Ltd has introduced what is thought to be the world’s first wool blend, machine washable and…

JAPAN: Daito develops chlorine-free washable wools

Textile maker Daito Woolen Spinning & Weaving has developed a new way of processing washable wool without the use of…

US: Timberland closes SmartWool purchase

Outdoor apparel company Timberland has completed the acquisition of SmartWool for a total purchase price of about US$82m. The acquisition,…

USA: Organically Grown Wool Apparel Now Widely Available

For the first time in the US, leading retailers are offering consumers a range of apparel, baby blankets, home textiles…