The 21st century is defined by modern technologies and AI, and our environment has been damaged. Brands start to take actions to reduce the environmental impact of garments, and bioengineering gains traction. Digital fabrics and effects play an important role. Shell and pearl shine, jelly-like waxy surfaces and tinfoil-like effects elevate fabrics with a technical and natural twist.

With Gen Z's preference of interesting and delicate details, multicolored combos and playful designs are the key direction for A/W 20/21 accessories. Dynamic embellishments and interesting patterns grab attention. Amekaji embroidery is often presented through intarsia to emphasize the homespun feel. Patterns include more scenes. Metallic accessories are cool and attractive for the simple and fine design. Tapes are short and delicate as well.

Utility tech-touch and unconventional designs are favored by millennials and Gen Z. Technical materials update heritage womenswear. Futurism, functionality and new street influences update all womenswear categories of premium street and street sports, in line with the them trend of A/W 20/21 H+. The technical puffa, multi-layer functional cottons, glossy tie-dye are combined with psychedelic geometrics to add newness. The combinations of shiny power colors create a chic futuristic style.

For A/W 20/21, technical sport fabrics move towards multi-dimensional space and continue to explore "Extraterrestrial Horizon". Futuristic and practical style is combined with outdoor technical fabrics. Functional sport knits are teamed up with shell protection to bring an intense sci-fi feel. Reinvented fabric textures are merged with futuristic protection. The weatherproof anti-bacteria qualities, constant temperature are included. Light tech is dominant, holding 31%. Functional knit works best for transitional periods. the applications of outdoor sport fabrics are diverse. Individualistic and dynamic functional fabrics continue to update futuristic outdoor sports.

The increasing popularity of street brands influences menswear. There are some statement-making brands: C2H4 Los Angeles, DEBRAND, Lilbetter, D&X and Let'stee.

This inclusive age brings diversification. More classic and decorative arts are revived. Metallic materials are widely applied to garments. Florals, chains, pins and heads take on an opulent approach.

Lace is luxurious, romantic, elegant and feminine. With the increasing popularity of the mix-and-match style, French elegant lace has been applied into other ranges. Embroidery fabric updates the feminine quality. Embroideries on the base are fluid and beautiful. Embroideries are three-dimensional and delicate.

In this season, the homespun effect is underlined. After ten processes, lace shows delicate and three-dimensional florals. Elegant lace and knitwear are mixed for A/W 20/21.

For A/W 20/21, men's business casual fabrics move toward shiny, cosy, updatedly classic and aesthetic qualities. Technical, functional and sustainable elements are applied into fabrics. The hi-lo method mixes technical funciton and heritage fabrics.

Denim

With the fast development of garment industry, statement and fashion are more favored. Rubber strips, labels, drawstring and tapes are utilized for function and decoration.

Luxurious and romantic lace continues into A/W 2021. Embroidery patterns appear on base fabrics, and lace patterns feel three-dimensional and add depth. The sculptural cutout embroidery fabric is elegant; the mesh-base lace is feminine and seductive; the sheer-base lace feel vague and dreamy; the hole-burning cotton-base lace bring a rustic and natural feel.

Sustainability gains traction, in line with the theme for A/W 2021. Sustainable cottons and linens are focused on. Organic cotton in natural primary colors, colored cotton, Irish linen and indigo linen blends emerge.

This reports introduce the updates of pearls, lace, feathers, sheers, sequins and appliques. All this adds a special and girly quality.

With the development of technology, AI and social media, the boundary between virtuality and reality has been blurred. We spend more time on electronic devices.Technical qualities explore reality and virtuality. That trend is in line with the theme of POP's A/W 20/21 Extraterrestrial Horizon. The combinations of fabrics and puffa shapes bring new vibrancy.

Knit for S/S 2020 blur the boundary between functional garments and daily wear. The lightweight quality and matte surface are underlined. Technical qualities and dry touch are key in this new season. Handmade textures and professional qualities are closely connected. Individual sizes are also highlighted. Technical light air bag fabric and mesh knit are creative.

Cosy and warm menwear fabrics can't meet the need of markets. Functional and decorative fabrics gain traction. Textures and materials are key.

Grown-up fabrics in A/W 19/20 fabrics are more feminine and attractive. The deep feminine mood can be felt in lady wear. Lightweight sheers are seen in all the catwalk items. Silk is combined with other materials or used for filling. Brocade is romantic and vintage.

With the rising of futuristic technical and punk styles, lots of brands start to explore the subculture of punk. Metallic accessories play an important role. Bold metallic accessories create an unconventional aesthetic. Piled chains, metallic badges, safety pins, zippers and rivets representing the spirit of punk add a modern and rigid feel to A/W 20/21.

Wools in A/W 20/21 evolve to more textured fabrics used for coats, jackets and overcoats. Wools bring voluminous and dimensional effects. Grainy lambswool feels leisure; high-class short wools are elegant. The mid-length shapes are more commercial.

Lace is the most important fabric for feminine looks. Ultra light lace is luxurious and appropriate for casualwear and garments for special occasions. Lace is versatile as a part of garments.