ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei has entered a new phase of its global brand evolution at Milano Unica 2026, presenting advanced stretch solutions and collaborative textile innovations under its renewed brand message, “STRETCH YOUR FUTURE.” The premium stretch fiber brand is strengthening its focus on high-performance materials and sustainable product development through partnerships across the European textile industry.
At the exhibition, held from 7–9 July 2026, ROICA™ is collaborating with 10 European textile manufacturers—Brugnoli, Eusebio, Iluna Group, Innova Fabrics, Inter Jersey Milano, Maglificio Ripa, Reda, Sitip, Tessitura Colombo Antonio, and Tiba Tricot—to showcase collections incorporating ROICA™ stretch fibers across a wide range of apparel applications.
Rather than presenting standalone products, ROICA™ demonstrates its value through partner-developed fabrics designed to offer enhanced comfort, reliable stretch performance, and material solutions that address evolving industry requirements.
Performance Meets Material Innovation
The partner collections feature applications across activewear, fashion, lingerie, tailoring, swimwear, sportswear, knitwear, and technical textiles.
Several exhibitors are highlighting ROICA™ V550, the brand’s degradable premium stretch fiber, alongside other innovative materials including bio-based polyamide, recycled fibers, and advanced performance yarns.
Among the featured developments:
- Brugnoli introduces Explosive Amni V550, combining AMNI® SOUL ECO® polyamide with ROICA™ V550 for enhanced stretch, muscle support, and comfort.
- Eusebio presents new cotton, cashmere, nylon, and LUREX™ jersey fabrics designed for versatile apparel applications.
- Iluna Group showcases lightweight Jacquardtronic lace featuring ROICA™ V550, Evo™ bio-based polyamide, and Green Label materials.
- Innova Fabrics highlights its Residual Free (RF) collection using Sensil™ Biocare polyamide and ROICA™ V550 to help address microplastic concerns.
- Inter Jersey Milano launches its ENGINEERED TEXTURES collection, featuring innovative jersey fabrics with run resistance, clean-cut construction, and durable stretch recovery.
Italian Textile Expertise on Display
Long-established Italian textile producers continue to demonstrate how premium stretch technology can support both aesthetics and performance.
Maglificio Ripa showcases four-way stretch knitted fabrics for sportswear, fashion, swimwear, and intimate apparel, while Reda integrates ROICA™ V550 into its Passport collection for travel tailoring, combining Merino wool with enhanced freedom of movement and wrinkle recovery.
Sitip presents lightweight warp-knitted and thermal fabrics developed for sportswear and active performance, while Tessitura Colombo Antonio introduces stretch lace collections featuring decorative Textronic constructions for lingerie and fashion.
Meanwhile, Tiba Tricot highlights circular and warp-knitted technical fabrics incorporating ROICA™ premium stretch fibers to deliver stability, elasticity, and comfort across sportswear and technical apparel.
Supporting the Future of Apparel
Through its renewed global identity, ROICA™ is positioning itself as a collaborative innovation partner that supports textile manufacturers in developing next-generation materials for contemporary apparel.
By combining advanced stretch expertise with responsible material choices, the brand aims to help the fashion industry create products that balance performance, comfort, durability, and environmental considerations.
With the “One ROICA™” approach, the company continues to strengthen collaboration across the textile value chain, supporting the development of apparel designed to meet the evolving expectations of consumers and the industry alike.
