While 2022 is nearing to its end, Cordura Advanced Fabrics, the 55-year-old tear-resistant fiber by Invista offering 15 different performance technologies and over 2,500 certified Cordura fabrics, is drawing a balance of this special year and get ready to launch a new fabric technology innovation at the beginning of 2023.
For 55 years the fiber has offered continuous advancements that have helped shape the world of military, workwear and outdoor products and gear with performance fabric innovations while launching exciting end-use applications and on-trend collaborations.
“Since commercialization of the fabric in 1967, the Cordura brand has worked hand-in-hand with its mill and supply chain partners to break molds and blaze new trails – with all signs, roads and paths leading to the next generation of durable solutions. Our continuous evolution of end-use apparel continues to generate demand for ingredient brands to diversify possible applications in end use products. By collaborating to innovate, we can work ever more closely with brands and mill partners to maximize on strengths and develop the next generation of sustainable solutions”, explained Malayka Erpen, global consumer segment leader, Cordura brand.
The brand has also expanded the use of Cordura Re/cor RN66 by stepping into the footwear segment with Tiong Liong Corporation (TLC) and started to offer two versions of Cordura Re/cor RN66 rip-stop wovens in 4-way stretch and non-stretch.
Among some of most interesting collaborations carried ahead this year there has also been the debut of the Cordura Re/cor RN66 fiber by US backpack company Mystery Ranch already available in 16 countries.
Also new was the debut of the Sapphire Finishing Mills Limited X Cordura Advanced Fabrics Capsule Collection, that marked an over five-year long year working relationship. Inspired by iconic utility silhouettes, such as workwear overalls from the Gold Rush era, Americana inspired cowboy classics and vintage tactical, the latest Sapphire Finishing Mills Ltd.
Another debut happened as part of the European launch of Cordura Re/cor RN66 with a limited edition tote bag from Bach Equipment that will be commercially available with six different styles in the 2024 collection.
"The Cordura brand ethos has always been summed up in the belief that 'Sustainability Begins With Products That Last'. Our extensive Cordura Advanced Fabrics portfolio is designed to challenge the throwaway mentality within the textile industry. This resonates in the marketplace now more than ever, and we are continuing to partner with our valuable authorized mills, brand customers and designers to push the limits of durability for the consumer of today and tomorrow."
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