According to the data analysis of men's knitwear on S/S 2023 runway shows, vests and polos have trended upward clearly; T-shirts and pullovers also share a bigger proportion; cardigans and knitted sets reveal a decrease in this season.

Tongxiang men’s knitwear wholesale market centers on the Business Casual in Pre-Fall 2022. The application of pattern element is noteworthy. Chic logos are expressed through stitching, embroideries and rhinestones. Geometric color blocking is another key point in this season.

Triple Wimbledon champion Fred Perry was born to a cotton spinner. He played and fought his way through always with style, despite the establishment. In 1952, he founded the Fred Perry brand, designing his first pique shirt the same year. The knitwear design of Fred Perry is minimalist and practical. Young business casual is the main style. Polos, pullovers and cardigans put emphasis on quality and collocations. Details as stripes, fine stitches and jacquards set off the delicacy.

This report leads us to Spring/Summer 2022 women’s knitwear wholesale market in Tongxiang, Zhejiang. Fine stitched textures are more breathable and lighter; delicate details offer more highlights; Chinese frog button will be noteworthy; floral elements are diversified by crocheting and embroidery; the clashing colors of stripes are youthful and lively. The heterogeneous splicing of lightweight shirting is a notable technique.

Business casual is the main style of men’s knitwear in S/S 2022 Korean wholesale market. The use of stripes is the key point; casual polo shirts, pullovers and cardigans are the staples; mid/fine-gauged stitching shows cables and geometric shapes; minimalist casualwear is suitable for daily working.

Giorgio Armani is an iconic clothing designer who has expanded his empire to include restaurants and hotels. His popularity skyrocketed in America in the 1980s when his men's 'power suits' appeared frequently on the television series Miami Vice and in the 1980 film American Gigolo, which starred Richard Gere in Armani's signature garb. The men’s knitwear design of Giorgio Armani centers on minimalist practical and business casual. Polos and pullovers pay more attention to quality and versatility. Color blocking, fine stitching and jacquard improve the sophistication.

According to the data analysis of the TOP100 downloaded girls’ knitwear from May to June, J-Korea Style and Smart Casual are the most popular styles. Additionally, Preppy Style(25%) has acquired more attention, showing an upward trend for several months. It takes geometric color blocking and contrast stripes as the main pattern and focuses on embroideries and ruffle crafts on the collar.

Youthful lady style takes the center stage of women’s knitwear retail markets in Shanghai in S/S 2022. The bright and fresh colorways meet the summer atmosphere. Based on flower images, 3D ribbons and embroideries provide more highlights. Color block detail is an essential point for wholesale markets. The stylish trims at neckline, placket and hem can better improve the general visual effect.

Zegna is a luxury fashion house founded in 1910 by Ermenegildo Zegna in Trivero, Northern Italy. And it is still one of the most famous Italian enterprises today. Beyond producing menswear for luxury brands, Zegna is also the biggest fabric manufacture in the world, which produces 2.3 million meters of fabrics every year and promotes wooden products. The knitwear of Ermenegildo Zegna presents high-quality fabrics. High-count fine cashmere is their most important material, which has soft handle and silky gloss. Minimalist details and supreme crafts create mature pullovers and polo shirts for consumers.

The world-class Italian luxury brand Brunello Cucinelli is known as the cashmere king and “the real luxury of the clothing industry”. Traditional Italian craftsmanship and the selection of top-class fabrics provide high-quality fashion items.

Back in 1934, Giovanni and Giacomo Canali decided to open a manufacturing workshop in the Northern Italian area of Brianza, an area known for its fashion and textile sectors and the high quality of its craftsmanship. The Canali brothers immediately began making elegant suits and men’s clothes, hand-made garments in classic style but with new fabrics and groundbreaking techniques that soon got the fashion world talking. The Canali fashion house has been in the luxury men’s fashion arena for almost 80 years. Now this family business is being run by the third generation and is one of the most famous Italian menswear specialists in the world.

Misha & Puff was founded in 2011 by Anna Wallack after her baby son spent his first New England winter keeping warm and cozy while swaddled head-to-toe in knits she had made. Drawing on over ten years experience as a stylist, as well as personal understanding of what works well for little ones, they have created a collection that is special yet unfussy, a way to share their love of the thoughtfully designed and handcrafted.

Based on the interactive data and market researches, POP Fashion lists out the ten most popular men’s cardigans in the last month. We can see from the TOP10 list that the market is still focusing on business wear. For details, accessories and contrast stripes are the key points.Playful patterns and monograms are the main visual elements. Formal business suit is the trending silhouette.

Based on the interactive data and market researches in April 2022, POP Fashion lists out the ten most noteworthy brands providing smart casual knitwear. MO&Co. is the hottest name among clients this month. Miu Miu, Burberry, MSGM and Chloé are the luxury houses to watch, while Forte_Forte, Alanui, LOEWE and GCDS shift our eyes to designer brands.

The South Korean company Handsome has long maintained a successful fashion business since its establishment in 1987. The company has introduced renowned national brands, diverse imported brands from luxury to casual, and differentiated select-shops. Womenswear line: Time; Mine; SYSTEM; SJSJ Menswear Line: Time Homme; SYSTEM HOMME

‘Empowerment’ is the third trend story of S/S 2023 Shanghai SPINEXPO. Epidemic has changed people’s behaviour. Consumers are now focusing on their mental health and inner needs. The harmonious balance between people and the natural environment pursues spiritual peacefulness. The palette of Empowerment is more tranquil and soothing. Yarns and stitching skills better accent the textures.

The retail markets in Shanghai pay more attention to sophisticated knitwear in spring and summer. Lightweight cardis and Chanel-inspired pieces are extremely prevalent. Besides, lace paneling is the best craft to express feminine charm. To color displaying, knitwear puts emphasis on simple and elegant experiences.

This report focuses on the applications of yarns and stitching skills on the latest runway shows. Beyond the use of common cashmere and wool, we can also see lustrous yarns, fancy yarns, loop yarns and plush yarns. For stitching, fine knitting is breathable and cooling, while exquisite textures are also important. Heavy-gauged stitching are mainly presented in patterns, geos, cables, ottoman and ribs to show volume.

For the A/W 22/23 womenswear runway shows, the pattern design of knitwear is enriched by diversified elements. The use of geometric patterns has been the key. Argyles, checks, stripes and color blocks are updated by creativity. Rustic knitwear is also elevated by geometric patterns. Cartoon patterns, florals, animal stripes and scenery paintings are important as well.

Women’s knitwear on A/W 22/23 runway shows focuses on rhinestone, bead, and patchwork to develop more sophisticated pieces. Notably, the patchwork in autumn and winter is crisp and solid. Ruffles, metallic accessories, fringes, hand stitches, and cutouts are the main details.

For women’s knitwear on Spring 2022 runways, colorless colors still take the biggest proportion; classic earthy tones(khakis, browns) share 26% of the whole; chromatic colors occupy the rest 39%. Green still keeps the momentum; purple and red reveal a clear uptrend; pastels are important for fall collections; blue and orange are rare. According to the trend analysis, orange will be a noteworthy hue in the new season.