The partnership between ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei, a pioneer in premium stretch fiber, and TENCEL™ by Lenzing, a leader in wood-based cellulosic textile fibers, continues in introducing a concept of sustainable and circular-driven textiles to different applications, from general apparel to indoor sportswear or lingerie.
We will be able to introduce a new application that is crucial for modern consumers: pants and outerwear in general, thanks to our partnership with DESTRO Fabrics, in conjunction with the upcoming Milano Unica.
The focus of the collection will be on men’s and women’s trousers, which will come in three distinct textures and offer excellent comfort, urban appeal, and a modern aesthetic. The decision to move toward an end of life with TENCELTM by Lenzing and ROICATM V550 degradable stretch fiber is undoubtedly a step in the direction of more transparency and a more circular strategy. Furthermore, we have used European-sourced cotton that is entirely spun and weaved in Cavernago, Italy.
Fabrics where we will offer the comfort from ROICA™ premium stretch, the heritage softness of TENCEL™ by Lenzing, and the nice and compact touch of cotton. Among the highlights of this selection, DESTRO Fabrics introduce Art. BIONIC BROKEN TWILL WEAVE, Art. BIOLOGIC TWILL L.H. WEAVE 4/2, and Art. BIOTECH PIQUET WEAVE, all composed by 68% cotton, 30% TENCEL™ Lyocell, and 2% ROICA™ V550.
This launch is the start of a journey, as Destro Fabrics hopes to develop this idea further in next seasons, demonstrating its keen interest in comfort and sustainability innovation.
DESTRO Fabrics began its journey in 2010 with the specific goal of developing a high-value fabric collection that was valuable in terms of both product and human worth. DESTRO Fabrics joined Eurotessile in 2018, and because of the combination of DESTRO Fabrics’ ingenuity and Eurotessile’s Italian production facility for spinning and weaving, the brand has expanded and is now known by the market for its genuineness, quality, and superior level of service. In order to prevent CO2 emissions and potential supply issues brought on by current geopolitical uncertainties, Destro Fabrics supports a very closed supply chain. In addition to being GOTS, GRS, OCS, and OEKO-TEX® certified, Eurotessile’s production site is powered by solar panels, which provide one-third of the energy required annually.
Therefore, partners will present four collections at Milano Unica in February as part of this project, which aims to appeal to modern consumers and the next generation of wardrobe buyers:
- Outerwear – trousers woven fabric: Destro Fabrics, Hall 22, Booth F10
- Performance wear: Yogatime Collection by Brugnoli, Hall 15, Booth MdM 11 and Hall 22, Booths C12, C14, C16 – Read more about Yogatime Collection
- Circular knit Fashion: De Rerum Natura by Maglificio Maggia, Hall 24, stand H05 – Read more about De Rerum Natura
- Circular Knit Lingerie – underwear: ECO proposals by Maglificio Ripa, Hall 15, Booth MdM 03 and Hall 22, Booth D24 – Read more about Ripa ECO proposals
- TENCEL™ by Lenzing – Hall 22, Booth A16
ROICA™ V550 is a degradable stretch fiber by Asahi Kasei, created by using special polymer technology. It provides a sustainable end-of-life solution. This innovative fiber undergoes partial degradation under ISO 14855-1 conditions, as verified by OWS, breaking down into CO2 and water. Furthermore, it holds the distinction of being the world’s first Cradle to Cradle-Certified™ stretch yarn achieving a Material Health Gold Level certification.
Cellulosic fibers TENCELTM Lyocell and Modal are made from wood, a natural raw material from forests that have been certified. Not only does this botanical origin affect the production’s environmental impact, but it also affects how long the fibers last. TENCELTM fibers are completely biodegradable in soil, freshwater, and saltwater. At the conclusion of their life cycle, TENCELTM Lyocell and Modal fibers may decompose and compost (confirmed by TÜV Australia). In recognition of the fibers’ high environmental standards over the course of their whole lifecycle, they are additionally certified with the EU Ecolabel (license no. AT/016/001) for environmental excellence.
Discover DESTRO Fabrics innovations made with ROICA™ and TENCEL™ at Milano Unica February 2025 and Denim PV 2025!
