As people are more aware of environmental protection and wellness, sustainable denim catches our eyes. The core of A/W 21/22 denim is to seek comfortable and eco-friendly crafts. Sustainable fibers (including organic cotton, hemp, recycled cotton, recycled polyester and recycled fibers), protective and durable fabrics can reduce the impact on the environment. Low-key, simple and casual style emphasizes comfort of denim and meets more needs. Therefore, black denim, wafer denim, antibacterial and colored denim reveal a key trend for A/W 21/22 men's denim.

2020 sees ups and downs, so in A/W 21/22, people's lifestyle will be changed greatly. The development of science and technology influences consumers' way of commuting and living, and more and more people shift their focus on jogging, cycling, climbing and skateboarding. Therefore, clothes should be breathable, protective, durable and easy to care. And blended, protective and new polyester fabrics become trends for the new urban life.

It is well known that denim, which originated in the United States, has long been regarded as a natural disadvantaged fabric. It is one of the most water-intensive and polluting fabrics. Statistically, a pair of jeans normally costs 3,480 liters of water. As people gradually realize the importance of saving resources, more and more producers and brands focus on sustainable denim. Hemp fibers, organic cotton and regenerated cellulose fibers can effectively reduce energy consumption, toxic waste and water. These new fabrics are sustainable and eco-friendly, helping brands to create a positive brand image.

Badges hold a large part in market. In addition to conventional badges, collar labels and woven labels become fun decorations. Mini color-blocked side labels on simple styles are eye-catching. Misplaced collar labels are noteworthy.

Lace is the most classic feminine element. In A/W 21/22, lace displays the new female power in terms of colors and crafts. Sedate and secret is the spirit of lace in A/W 21/22, and becomes an important trend. Moreover, water-soluble paper-cut lace, skin-friendly lace and embroidery lace are more important and noteworthy.

In addition to the development of new styles, designers also focus on details. Decorative woven labels appear on different parts to display varied styles. Woven labels are mainly used by fashion brands and the athleisure style.

Social turmoil and social distancing lead to changes of working and living habits. In the post-coronavirus era, protective and healing designs as well as simple soothing home life have become the definite trend for A/W 21/22. Data shows 55% of the global population mention the home aesthetics and Wabisabi from January to April 2020. At present, home has become the haven for existentialists to heal themselves. Just like Claire Dickinson says, the home space plays a vital role in relieving stress and anxiety. Home, brings spiritual comfort and provides infinite possibilities for A/W 21/22 business menswear fabrics.

Environment and comfort become key driving forces of consumption after the pandemic. Consumers will long for practical, fashionable, eco-friendly and cosy elevated basics. This season designers pay more attention to sustainability, and use mono material, less harmful washing and eco-friendly fibers. Innovative materials and durable silhouette create brand-new women's denim fabric.

"What do you want to do after the pandemic?" Many people choose to go on a tour and embrace nature. Outdoor sports cover physical exercise, travel, leisure and social activity, thus becoming the favored choice. With the continuous development of outdoor sports, once niche sports have become an important way to exercise, and a new direction of fashion and leisure styles. Mountaineering, diving, skiing and other outdoor sports are popular among young people. In last year, outdoor enthusiasts prefer hiking, followed by mountaineering and camping. Due to the pandemic, now consumers pursue protective outdoor clothing. Therefore, highly protective and adaptive designs become the mainstream. Ripstop, antibacterial, durable and insect-repellent clothes allow consumers to enjoy outdoor sports without worrying about anything else.

Sustainability is now an imperative. For fashion industry, clothing accessory should carry out sustainability, including adopting basting stitches, using multifunctional detachable pattern, applying silicone accessories, and enhancing consumers' DIY awareness to create their own items.

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.

This year, a sudden outbreak sounds the environmental alarm for the heavily polluting fashion industry once again. If we consider Fashion Convention jointly signed by 32 fashion enterprises in August 2019 as a start of whole industry making efforts to carry out large-scale sustainability, radical environmental groups outside of the A/W 2020 four fashion weeks, and environmental protection creativity in the show, have highlighted designers' or brands' passion for fashion environmental protection and a sustainable future. Eco-friendly / sustainable fashion has become a common topic and a new trend in the international industry. Then, as the second most polluting industry and the source of the fashion industry -- textile fibers and fabrics, how to jointly build a sustainable eco-friendly system through sustainable design, production and reuse, is an important direction for the sustainable development of the fashion industry in the future. The three key words for A/W 21/22 eco-friendly / sustainable material trend will give you a glimpse into the future of sustainable fashion fabrics.