HIGH POINT – Textile manufacturers prepare for a packed house at the upcoming Interwoven Show, the International Textile Alliance trade show formerly Showtime that will be held at High Point May 22-25.
“The show has an exciting new name, and based on dates at Regal and Kindred showrooms, we are expecting a full attendance, something we haven’t seen since before the pandemic,” said Ann Hood, Regal Fabrics Merchandising Director.
Regal Fabrics launches six new collections including a new quality cotton print and a blend of low-cost body fabrics marketed alongside coordinating jacquards, prints, embroideries and velvet.
Chunky texture
After two years of limited travel and a growing reliance on technology, there’s a big world waiting to be discovered, according to Millliken Textiles.
The company presents its new collection Discover at Interwoven. Features thicker-pattern-inspired fabrics designed to bring home the adventures of the world. The SKU range includes 202 performance fabrics with a non-waterproof PFAS finish in 23 patterns.
“Consumers are increasingly experimenting with texture by pairing fabrics such as flats with bouquet to give a space more dimension,” said Greg Voorhees, Sunbrella’s executive design director. “We are constantly expanding our yarn bank to incorporate new and innovative materials that encourage layering techniques like these, which are becoming more popular and can make a space feel dynamic.”
Sunbrella is also experiencing a resurgence in plush ribbed fabrics and corduroy-type textures, a motif emphasized in its roving style, which has very subtle ground lines, as well as the ribbed texture of the Burton pattern.
Sattler Outdura, a division of the Sattler Group, presents its new range of Virage in Interwoven that includes solution-dyed acrylic fabrics interspersed with four different fabric shapes. Virage 176 offers jacquards, decorative duffles, and a striped assortment that is perfect for outdoor or indoor spaces.
“The Outdura Virage collection conveys the creativity, courage, success, individuality and positive changes we have all experienced over the past two years,” said Maria Elizarova, chief designer at Sattler Corp for casual furniture. “All four fabric statements contain a wide range of base and signature fabrics, providing designers, retailers and consumers with diverse and well-curated color palettes and fabric assemblies, while also providing an opportunity to combine their selections to present their unique personal style.”
The four new textile phrases include: Be Bold, which plays with contrasts of confident and calm colors with emotional bricks, ambition, shades of gold and brown found in prints of earth, fire, and animals; Escape, which celebrates the neutral colors and subtle tones found in nature, and builds on the idea of escaping from a world driven by modern technology to a calm and relaxing getaway; Vibrant and upbeat digital, evokes energy and joy while conveying a positive, meaningful message through bright colors and modern patterns; and Tranquil, which offers modern, simple but refreshing color solutions inspired by the motifs found in cosmopolitan waters from vast oceans to rivers and streams.
Revolution Mills/STI is making its biggest launch in a long time among residential and outdoor products.
“We’ve developed the heaviest bokeh ever,” said Glenn Reed, iconic Revolution Mills/STI designer. “We continue to blur the lines between the outdoors and the indoors. Looking ahead, we believe the performance will be a check mark with decorations that can be poolside for years to come.
“We really have a great synergy between the outdoors and the indoors which has resulted in the expansion of our Spinnerboard and offering, which now includes 300 SKUs and colors as well as Warp.”
Global patterns, natural effects
When it comes to global influence, Covington offers a fresh mix of prints, textiles and embroideries inspired by the resurgence of artistic expression from different decades. The company also offers a variety of textiles and textures, with both multicolored trims and carved chenille.
Some of the key styles include Wow, a digital print inspired by the retro “pop” style of the Memphis design movement from the 1980s; Flourish, floral damask imprinted by William Morris; and Bickleigh, a printed color scheme that can consist of 75% cotton and 25% linen adding surface interest to the sophistication of the pattern.
“This season, Richloom’s Platinum collection has been inspired by our collective desire to find comfort and inspiration in nature,” said Sarah Thomas, Marketing Director of Richloom. “In the popular children’s book Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett, a spoiled young orphan is sent to a manor house in the English countryside, where her discovery and revival of a secret garden transforms her into a kind, merciful, and happy soul.”
Thomas said the novel that inspires the new collection provides a place of comfort and inspiration as creative researchers open up quiet ways to explore their art and reconnect with the natural world.
Ultrasuede introduces a new geometric pattern often seen in the manufacture of cotton or wool.
A small-format twill pattern is created in Ultrasuede HP by dye printing using rotating screens. Available in five colours, the pattern evokes the classic ‘herringbone’ weave used in the production of denim apparel, suit or woolen coats popular produced in Scotland.
Sunbrella’s new Interwoven collection features a new fabric color palette in earthy tones and sunny hues that highlight modern geopainting techniques, craftsmanship-inspired and mould-print techniques, and updated interpretations of classic lines.
At the center of this collection are Roving, a new body fabric from chenille, and Ascher, which features both yarn and linen fabric.
“Our design team seeks inspiration from around the world to create fabrics that transcend trends and complement all design aesthetics,” said Sonbrilas Voorhees. “In terms of colour, we see a constant preference for earth tones and sunny shades, as they bring feelings of warmth, intimacy and comfort to a space.
“From traditional botanical prints to updated lines and motifs inspired by typography, our new collection is designed to include many jacquards in a similarly soft and dusty palette while still feeling fresh and contemporary.”
environment in mind
Featuring a blend of recycled polyester, recycled acrylic and virgin acrylic, Sunbrella ReFlections by Richard Frinier will be shown for the first time at Interwoven.
Sunbrella has also expanded its ReCycle fabric offerings and will introduce seven new styles, two of which feature a new bouclé thread called Lengthen and Improvement. All Sunbrella recycled fabrics contain at least 50% recycled polyester and incorporate the company’s proprietary Assure non-PFAS technology.
With green, coral, deep blue, and soft neutrals, this collection features an array of colors, textures, and patterns that can be pieced together to elevate any space, according to the company. As with all Sunbrella fabrics, these textiles are designed for performance and made with the environment in mind.
Earth’s new Culp collection showcases some of the company’s latest introductions to recycled LiveSmart Evolve fabrics.
“The Earth collection is simultaneously elegant and upscale, evoking a minimalist Scandinavian lifestyle and aesthetic,” according to the company. “Soothing earth tones ensure a relaxing environment filled with beautiful materials, natural finishes and simple design. Our sustainable product keeps furniture and home accessories looking and feeling beautiful while helping to divert plastics from landfills, oceans and waterways to create a more sustainable future for all.”
To date, the company’s Evolve fabrics have recycled more than 86 million water bottles and the number is growing.
Valdese Weavers will have eight new introductions from the eco-friendly InsideOut Performance Fabrics + Seaqual Initiative collection centered around several cutting-edge chenille materials and bouquet. This set also includes a classic stripe in a cut velvet effect and a graphic mini chair scale.
The company will also showcase a new range of 20 fabrics using yarns made from recycled shirts.
performance traits
Building on the signature softness, performance capabilities and industry-leading sustainable properties of its inaugural launch, Supreen’s new menswear-inspired styles will debut on Interwoven and “offer a fresh but certainly classic upholstery option for commercial spaces from healthcare to hospitality alike,” according to the company.
The three new wool-inspired textures are reminiscent of men’s mustard leather, flannel and tweed, and the patterns combine Supreen’s original and revolutionary Liquid Barrier and stain resistance with an element of luxury.
“Repeating the royal tones and classic textures so often observed in the world of men’s fashion, Subrine’s new styles evoke a sense of warmth not often associated with performance fabrics,” said Debbie Lustig, Vice President of Design at Subrin.
“Like any luxury suit, we designed these styles with comfort and luxury in mind,” she added. “We wanted the new fixtures to do more than just feel good, and by combining both neutral and bold colors with the distinct timelessness of the three wool-like patterns, we were able to strike a balance between modern and traditional design, in a subdued yet eye-catching way.”
Neutrals stay strong
The new collection of American Leather being presented in this market is called Leather Symphony, which is distinguished by the harmonious complexity of leather.
“This season’s introductions include the lighter finish that celebrates the natural characteristics of leather, featuring ultra-chic color palettes, a comfortable feel, and the exquisite handcraft our leathers are known for,” said Luisa L. Delmaso, American Upholstery Leathers coordinator. “We created this wonderful collection with the goal of catering to all of our customers’ needs, from fine, fine aniline leathers, specialized looks to accent frames and going to the economical options for high-volume manufacturers striving for quality.”
Ultrafabrics, for its part, plans to release Hush, an eclectic collection of 14 white and off-white fabrics that “express the full power of this soothing and often overlooked neutral,” according to the company.
Hush introduces three new whites to the Lino, Impasto and Montage ranges, while celebrating groups like Brisa, Coast, Promessa and Ultraleather. The new lines balance visual appeal and comfort with flexible functionality, which is designed to remove the fear factor from using this dull shade.
Solutions available for new fabrics include breathability, outdoor properties, ink and stains.
