A rapid development of technology contributes to the advancement of the production of textiles (Frumkin and Weiss 72). In this instance, the fabrics such as bionic yarn and Google jacquard are the future of the clothing industry and can be easily combined with 3D printing and wearable technology.
One of the cultural shifts, which contributes to the popularity of technical and performance fabrics, is the environmental aspect. It remains evident that these materials can be recycled and do not damage the environment (Perella par. 4).
In turn, ergonomics is another trend, as people are constantly looking for the improvement of their living conditions from financial and social perspectives. In this instance, the design, which repeats the shape of the body, is highly appreciated (Soares and Rebelo 308). In the end, the active usage of technology and performance fabrics complies with the primary cultural shifts such as increased environmental awareness and positive change in demands for ergonomics.
Nonetheless, the customer’s desire for innovation will contribute to the necessity of the designers and manufacturers to develop new forms of fabric to satisfy their needs (Sedhi par. 1). In this instance, the customer will want to engage with highly customizable and innovative clothes designs. It remains evident that introduction of the various technologies such as making ‘sounds clothes’ and measurable clothes have to be introduced to the mass market due to the increasing demands for innovation.
Additionally, 3D printing technology will rapidly gain the dominating positions on the market due to the ease of implementation. As for the potential novelties, the clothes that adjust to the environmental settings or the accessories of the customer might be one of them as the desire and passion for ergonomics and development do not define the boundaries of the possible features of the product.
As for the ability of the artificial fiber to replace the natural fabric, it is evident that it is possible. However, people, who prefer the natural materials, will tend to exist due to the inability of the synthetically modified fiber to repeat the characteristics of the original one. Nonetheless, there are several reasons, which will cultivate the necessity of usage of new fiber. One of them is the shortage of natural and biological resources, as they are required for the production (Peacock 200).
Another aspect is the increased awareness of the environmental issues and necessity to reduce the effect on the environment during the manufacturing. In this instance, the production of the natural fabric will have a tendency to exist. However, the prices will be increased due to the lack of demand and high production costs. In the end, the innovative fabrics will dominate the textile market as they correspond with the growing trends in the society.
Lastly, the technical performance fabrics such as the ones, which contain various minerals to have a positive effect on the body while training, are actively utilized in sports (Walzer par. 4). It remains apparent that the following characteristics improve the performance of the athletes and help them feel comfortable during competitions. As for the appearance of these fabrics in the street wear, it is evident that this trend will have a tendency to exist in the future due to the desire of the customers to improve their living standards.
The primary features of these materials will contribute to their application in the street wear and be beneficial for their popularity among the regular customers due to the ability to adjust to the body and eliminate the inappropriate smells. In the end, the development of textile will continue due to the changing mentality of the individuals and desire to improve the quality of living and more active lifestyle.
Works Cited
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Peacock, Kathy. Natural Resources and Sustainable Development. New York: Infobase Publishing, 2008. Print.
Perella, Maxine. “New Fabrics Make Recycling Possible, But Are They Suitable for High Street?” The Guardian. 2015. Web.
Sedhi, Ami. “Fashion ‘Too Scared to Innovate with Tech’, Says Ex Topshop Marketing Chief.” The Guardian. 2015. Web.
Soares, Marcelo, and Francisco Rebelo. Advances in Ergonomics and Design Usability & Special Populations: Part I. Danvers: AHFE Conference, 2014. Print.
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