Cotton Incorporated

While cotton is naturally associated with spring and summer apparel, brands and designers see it working all year long. And that’s just fine with consumers, who say cotton and cotton blends are the fibers best suited for today’s fashions, according to the Cotton Incorporated Global Lifestyle Monitor™ Survey. It makes sense then that so many brands offer cotton pieces for the holidays that carry wearers right through winter – items such as soft sweaters, denim maxi skirts, and French terry tops with raglan sleeves. For more on the reasons why cotton works so well in today’s fashion landscape, read the latest Lifestyle Monitor™ column. https://lnkd.in/eThNi8eH #CottonIncorporated #LifestyleMonitor #cotton #fashion #modern

This cotton-rich, yarn-dyed, jacquard blister knit was one of the most requested fabrics of 2024. The fabric is an ideal choice for athleisure garments with its twill patterning and substantial stretch. A woven denim appearance is achieved through the construction and the use of navy and natural yarns. What will you create? https://lnkd.in/eg_fdTpF #CottonWorks #CottonIncorporated #athleisure #cottonfabrics #FabricFriday #FABRICAST

As 2024 comes to an end, retailers inevitably take a look at what worked while trying to assess what trends will be worth following in the New Year. For 2025, that includes connecting with shoppers in-store, since shoppers are appreciating getting out and going to retail locations again. Stores should also be ready to integrate multiple shopping channels, getting increasingly personal with customers through AI and working through possible disruptions due to world events. For more on what to expect in the coming year, read this week’s Lifestyle Monitor™ column. https://lnkd.in/dhVuqNM5 #CottonIncorporated #LifestyleMonitor #SourcingJournal #retail #fashion #NewYear #innovation #management #technology

One bale of cotton weights about 480 lbs. From dollar bills and t-shirts to diapers and pillowcases, so many different items can be made from a bale of cotton. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/epqaaYKk

Soil health is vital for sustainable cotton farming! Discover how improving soil quality can enhance nutrient cycling and water efficiency, leading to flourishing cotton fields for the future. https://lnkd.in/dzUQuUEZ #cottontoday #soilhealth #regenerativeag #sustainablecotton #CottonIncorporated

Think you know cotton? Let’s put your knowledge to the test. Cotton is more than just a textile – find out more facts about this incredible, versatile crop. https://lnkd.in/dCdSw3Fz #cotton #CottonIncorporated #FAQs #cottonfacts

As 2024 wraps up, the industry heads into the New Year with some uncertainty regarding tariffs, inflation and price sensitivities among consumers. But stability can be found in pockets, one of them being cotton availability and pricing. Cotton is unique because it’s a global fiber produced in scores of countries and traded worldwide. And despite drought in some areas or flooding in others, there is not only a large global supply of cotton right now, but prices have reached steady ground. This comes as data shows cotton is preferred by consumers for today’s fashions. For more, read this Lifestyle Monitor™ column. https://lnkd.in/eB3bCvuJ #CottonIncorporated #LifestyleMonitor #cotton #fashion #retail #futurism #2025

Wintertime always conjures thoughts of cozy clothes, warm fires and a good book – even if that’s nothing but a fantasy for most people! The reality is most consumers need versatile outfits that work for a range of activities and that’s where cotton apparel comes in. Both consumers and designers look to cotton as their go-to fabric, no matter the season. In fact, more than three-quarters of all consumers (76%) say they associate cotton clothing with being stylish and fashionable. And 66% say cotton clothes are the most fashionable. For more on why cotton works in today’s fashion landscape, read this week’s Lifestyle Monitor™. https://lnkd.in/eThNi8eH #CottonIncorporated #LifestyleMonitor #cotton #fashion #designers

Earlier this fall, Suzanne Holmes, manager of the product evaluation laboratory at Cotton Incorporated, was honored by the AATCC as a 2024 recipient of the AATCC Technical Committee on Research (TCR) Service Award. The honor recognizes Suzanne’s contributions to advancing research in the textile industry, as well as her dedication to innovation and collaboration. https://lnkd.in/eFY2yTdk AATCC (American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists) #textileindustry #textileresearch #CottonIncorporated #textileinnovation

Last week, we celebrated the launch of the Cool Calm Cotton Set blanket, a collaboration between Cotton Incorporated and D.S. & DURGA, an immersive fragrance house, at an exclusive event in New York City. Kim Kitchings, senior vice president of consumer marketing at Cotton Incorporated, and David Moltz and Kavi Ahuja Moltz, founders of D.S. & DURGA, shared the story behind this exciting collaboration, which weaves the power of scent with the softness of cotton. Designed to create a tranquil, multi-sensory experience to ease the mind and body, the limited-edition 100% cotton blanket features D.S. & DURGA’s Wild Brooklyn Lavender fragrance. Just in time for the busy holiday season, the blanket is now available for purchase. https://lnkd.in/eRusQbGu #cotton #CottonIncorporated #holidaygifting Photos: Kate Owen