Aus der Branche

Vom 15. bis 16. März 2023 fiel der Startschuss für die Frühjahrsausgabe der PERFORMANCE DAYS in München. Mit rund 2.685 Besuchern konnten sich die Organisatoren sogar über eine Steigerung im Vergleich zurv vergangenen Wintermesse freuen. Besonders stark frequentiert waren die Expert Talks an beiden Tagen, die von aktuellen Farb- und Stofftrends über News in puncto nachhaltigen Entwicklungen bis hin zu neuen Technologien der Faserhersteller informierten. Im Zentrum der Messe stand wie gewohnt das PERFORMANCE FORUM mit den Highlight-Stoffen Frühjahr/Sommer 2025 sowie den beiden Gewinnern des PERFORMANCE AWARDs und des ECO PERFORMANCE AWARDs.

Nach der Kick-Off-Veranstaltung im März in München, blickt die Branche nun gespannt auf die Folgemessen vom 4. bis 5. April 2023 in Portland und vom 10. bis 11. April 2023 in Shanghai.

Neues Konzept ab Oktober 2023: Erstmals auch Fokus auf den Schuhmarkt
Im Rahmen der kommenden PERFORMANCE DAYS, die vom 4. bis 5. Oktober 2023 erneut auf dem Gelände der Messe München stattfinden wird, richten die Organisatoren den Fokus nicht mehr nur explizit auf nachhaltige Funktionstextilien und Accessoires, sondern nehmen erstmals auch den Sport-Schuhmarkt mit ins Visier.

 Um den Schuhmarkt in die Messeveranstaltungen in München, Portland, New York und Shanghai zu integrieren, haben sich die Organisatoren mit Nina Conrad und Rucky Zambrano zwei Branchen-Spezialisten an Bord geholt.

Nina Conrad ist seit vielen Jahren als Nachhaltigkeitsberaterin in der Textil- und Lederindustrie tätig und hat sich auf rückverfolgbare und lokale Lieferketten spezialisiert. Ihr Kerngeschäft ist die Produktion von Leder und Lederwaren, die von Tieren aus zertifizierten Bio-Bauernhöfen stammen. Außerdem ist sie Gründungspartnerin der Sustainable Leather Foundation und Mitbegründerin der Fibershed-Tochtergesellschaft DACH.

Rucky Zambrano ist als Industriedesigner ein Branchenkenner. Als er 1992 Vibram kennenlernte, verlagerte er seine Karriere auf Grund seiner Leidenschaft auf das Thema Schuhe. Seit 13 Jahren treiben Zambrano und Vibram den Markt an und verändern ihn von Performance hin zur Mode, sie es mit dem Merrell Chameleon, der Prada Luna Rossa Bootsschuhsohle oder den neuesten Vibramfivefingers-Modellen. Derzeit ist er für die Schuhe der finnischen Kinder-Outdoor-Marke Reima verantwortlich.

adidas Originals and Wales Bonner return to present their Spring Summer 2022 collection. Continuing to explore and respond to the sportswear brand’s vast archive, for its fourth season the creative partnership focuses on styles from the 1970s and 80s. The offering draws on Wales Bonner’s research into the music and photography of Burkina Faso, West Africa, in these decades, and pays homage to creative energy and individuality of style.

The latest adidas Originals by Wales Bonner collaboration reimagines key looks through the lens of music and movement and blends textures, silhouettes and graphic prints. This season adidas Originals and Wales Bonner introduce athletic jacquard knitwear and a new Seventies-inspired take on the classic WB Track Top and Track Pants. The colour palette is bold and joyful, with a trio of colours appearing across the offering: primary red, sun yellow and pale pink.

The footwear offering similarly reimagines iconic adidas styles through Wales Bonner’s distinctive lens, emphasising soulful and elegant comfort. The collection presents two elevated riffs on the adidas Country silhouette and sees the return of the WB Samba sneaker, a highlight of the inaugural collection – in two bright color updates. 

Policymakers and industry stakeholders recently convened for an enlightening conversation on the challenges that the apparel and footwear industry is facing regarding the communication of reliable information to consumers and the drastic change that is needed through smart regulation. Hosted by the Policy Hub, Circularity for Apparel and Footwear, and Global Fashion Agenda, the non-profit that fosters industry collaboration on sustainability to drive impact, the masterclass presented media with views on the steps that must be taken to prevent greenwashing and empower consumers.

The Policy Hub - Circularity for Apparel and Footwear – represents more than 700 brands, retailers, manufacturers, and other stakeholders from across the globe, covering more than 50 per cent of the apparel and footwear sector. During the masterclass, Baptiste Carrière-Pradal, Chair, Policy Hub, presented its position on the EU Consumer Empowerment Initiative and the importance of Substantiating Green Claims through the new standardised methodology of the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF).

A first panel was kicked off by the European Commission representative who provided attendees with an overview of what is new about the PEFCRs for apparel and footwear. That led to an interesting and informed discussion with brands and other organisations which showed both the benefits of the PEF and the improvements needed in its methodology for it to fully reflect the complexity of the industry.

Overall, discussions showed the need for the topic to be addressed globally, apply a clear solid method to measure the environmental impact and for much more stringent legislation to regulate and ban greenwashing. As put by Baptiste Carriere-Pradal, Chair of the Policy Hub: “There will be challenges, the journey is long but now is the time for clear and ambitious regulation that will help us change the industry.”

You can watch the Media Masterclass here.

adidas and IVY PARK CEO Beyoncé announce IVY HEART, a new capsule collection inspired by love , just in time for Valentine’s Day, from the ongoing adidas x IVY PARK creative partnership.

As with previous adidas x IVY PARK offerings, this latest collection features distinct looks with inclusive and in gender-neutral sizing in fashion styles, performance gear, footwear, and accessories. The line is available online at adidas.com on February 9th and February 10th in selection stores globally.

The Campaign
The campaign focuses on the guiding thematic color behind the collection. In the Western world, red is commonly associated with love , romance and sensuality. While in the East, red is attributed to good fortune and joy. Wherever you are, it’s clear that this color represents positivity. The concept is centered around bringing people together from all different backgrounds through this one color that’s sentimental to so many. This theme is illustrated through enhanced lighting, bold yet minimal production design, elevated styling and most importantly the international cast. Cultural cues from specific iconography and symbols are explored in visual motifs with sensitivity and intention. IVY PARK pays homage to various cultures inspired by this color, incorporating red through a futuristic yet authentic lens.

The Collection
No matter how you define it, love - most importantly love of one’s self - is at the core of IVY PARK ’s newest drop. Bold and sexy looks are an integral part of IVY HEART, which is aptly decked out in a spectrum of vibrant reds, playful pinks, and nuanced neutrals. In colors that include Candy Paint (Shock Pink), Lipstick Smudge (Red), Raspberry Beret (Power Red), Red, Red Whine (Cherry Wood) and Cheeks (Off-White), the line is punctuated by tactile materials like velour, ribbed knit, and faux latex.  IVY PARK ’s latest collaboration with adidas is further complemented by performance fabrics and graphic prints, allowing ample designs to mix-and-match from work out to night out.

The capsule collection’s design touchpoints are rooted in Beyoncé’s love of athleticism and fashion, merged with adidas’ performance and innovation. The references culminate in a collection of silhouettes that are sporty, stylish, and above all, unique. Conceived around three pillars of foundation, active, and fashion, IVY PARK ’s latest collection is highlighted by the Velour Dress and Tracksuit, Faux Latex Puffer, Pique Jumpsuit and Sequin Duster. Accessories include a 5-Panel Hat, a clutch and a Heart-Lip Belt Bag.

Footwear consists of both on-the-court and off-duty models.  The range is highlighted by a new iteration of the classic Stan Smith sneaker in Cheeks (Off-White), with a rubber dipped midsole.  Additionally, the collection introduces a new silhouette, the IVP Superstar Plim, a mule style shoe inspired by the iconic adidas Superstar in Cheeks (Off-White).  The line also features a new colorway of the IVP Savage sneaker in Cheeks (Off-White), a IVP swim slide in Lipstick Smudge (Red) and the Ultra boost in Candy Paint (Shock Pink).