In the post-coronavirus era, consumers hope to reconnect with nature, pursue rational and quality consumption, and advocate sustainability and the value of handicrafts. Crafted designs on basic items meet people's demand for DIY and multifunctional products. Emphasis is laid on the use of detachable or handcrafted accessories to increase the value of products.

Driven by the pandemic, eco-friendly and sustainable fabrics are necessary. Cotton and linen fabrics draw much attention, and show creativity through trimmed fringes and retracting. Seersucker and crinkled textures inject novelty into classic shirting. Lace cutout, fleece, metal luster and silk satin cater to the revival of romanticism and handicrafts. Technical fabrics are combined with environmental protection, which gains more attention.

Sustainability and recyclability lead the innovation of A/W 21/22 kidswear fabric. Recyclability and simple ingredients are major points. On one hand, the pursuit of nostalgic vibe brought by conventional fabrics drives the application of sustainable materials like cotton, linen and wool to kidswear. On the other hand, natural fibers bring a luxurious touch. Comfortable fleece, corduroy, velvet and brushed fabric will lead the trend of kidswear. Improved cotton, hemp and cellulosic fibers are adopted to alleviate the environmental problems caused by microfiber shedding. Besides, with the increasingly heated environmental protection, flash treatment will be subject to public scrutiny. In 21/22, flash and sequins will bring a high risk when used as sales driving factor, unless they are produced in a sustainable way. Thus the fabric with its own gloss, and the eco-friendly recyclable fabric will become the first choice.