Misalignments in fabrics after finishing can lead to re-processing, creating waste and using precious resources. WT Johnson is collaborating with Future Fashion Factory to find a solution that improves consistency and reduces the environmental impact of manufacturing.
Collaborating with Future Fashion Factory, Camira Fabrics is developing a new fire-retardant fabric finish that will give the same high performance with a much smaller environmental impact.
3D weaving opens up commercial and creative possibilities for fashion designers. Working with Future Fashion Factory, Twelve Oaks Software investigated how a new software interface could empower designers to drive the process.
Millions of tonnes of synthetic textiles end up in landfill every year. In collaboration with Future Fashion Factory researchers, RubyMoon Gym to Swim is on a mission to reduce global oil demand and make better use of waste in an advanced circular material for swimwear.
Future Fashion Factory is partnering with UKFT, IBM, Tech Data, retailers and manufacturers to pilot a new platform enabling greater supply chain transparency.
Salty Co collaborated with Future Fashion Factory researchers to analyse, benchmark and refine a new climate-positive, plant-based alternative to synthetic insulation materials.
Collaborating with partners including Burberry and the University of Huddersfield, HSSMI sought to find a new life in the fashion industry for luxury automotive leather.
Working with Future Fashion Factory researchers, Nomad Atelier explored how independent fashion brands can create new online customer experiences using 3D digital design tools.
Our latest R&D funding call is open to Expressions of Interest until 31 May 2021.
Fashion designers from the Future Fashion Factory have come together to create a virtual showroom showcasing Yorkshire fabrics and design.