As part of its commitment to continuous creative innovation and sustainable textile solutions across the entire value chain, Hyosung’s Fashion Design Center (FDC) has unveiled its forecasted Autumn/Winter 26/27 Textile Trend report. 

The FDC is an interactive fashion studio spanning the USA, Europe and Asia, analyzing progressive brands and retailers and researching consumer insights. Its latest report, Restorative Journey, outlines the essential materials leading apparel brands are expected to integrate into their collections in the coming year and recognises three major trends – Wellness Travel, Quiet Outdoor and Eco-Accountability.

Travel has evolved beyond traditional sightseeing and today many travellers are increasingly focused on improving their physical and mental well-being through their journeys. The wellness tourism market, fuelled by growing interest in personal health and the rise of adventure sports, is set to keep growing, offering a wide range of experiences designed to meet the diverse needs of travellers.

Outdoor enthusiasts are meanwhile shifting away from products with bold logos and intricate details in favour of simpler, more refined designs that exude understated luxury. This evolution is reshaping the Gorpcore trend – in which outerwear typically designed for outdoor recreation is worn as streetwear – with a growing demand for elevated garments featuring minimal branding and technical fabrics that effortlessly transition between urban and outdoor settings. A new trend emphasising minimalist, functional outdoor style is currently gaining momentum.

Responses to the climate crisis have evolved from a sense of urgency to recognising an emergency, with accountability becoming the critical next step. Both corporations and individuals are embracing accountability as a core principle as environmental extremes increasingly affect daily life. The fashion and apparel industry faces mounting pressure, with both suppliers and consumers needing to prioritise eco-responsibility.

“To prepare for forthcoming sustainability regulations, fashion brands are turning to planet-friendly raw materials, especially bio-based raw materials that can reduce dependence on fossil fuels and achieve a lower carbon footprint,” says Gary Oh, Hyosung FDC general manager. “These bio-derived materials are not limited only to fibres, but also in the production process, including membranes and finishings.”

With this in mind, FDC is predicting a range of themes for Activewear, Outdoor wear and Loungewear made with Hyosung’s broad range of Creora and certified sustainable regen brands of spandex, performance nylon and polyester yarns.

More detailed information on FDC’s FW 26/27 Textile Trends will be presented in a weekly Trend Byte series featured on the Hyosung Performance Textiles Creativity Inspired blog beginning from January 6th, 2025.

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