UNIFI introduces Luxel™: A linen-inspired, easy-care performance yarn
UNIFI, Inc. launches Luxel™, a yarn technology that combines the luxurious look and feel of linen with high-performance, easy-care, and textile-to-textile recycled materials.
Luxel captures the natural look and feel of linen while offering advanced performance features such as moisture-wicking, wrinkle resistance, and odor control. This innovative technology is built directly into the yarn, providing exceptional versatility across a wide range of fabric constructions ranging from apparel and footwear to home furnishings, work wear, and accessories, empowering material developers to innovate across multiple categories with ease.
Luxel is available globally and made with REPREVE recycled polyester yarn, including 30% REPREVE Takeback™, reinforcing UNIFI®’s commitment to sustainability and circularity in the textile industry. By incorporating recycled content, including textile waste, Luxel helps brands reduce environmental impact while delivering high-performance, stylish fabrics.
Key Benefits of Luxel:
- Luxurious feel and breathability: Delivers a natural, linen-inspired texture with a smooth finish.
- Enhanced function and performance: Provides moisture management and built-in odor control for effortless maintenance.
- Wrinkle resistance: Maintains a polished, fresh appearance with minimal effort.
- Sustainable and traceable: Made with REPREVE recycled polyester including 30% REPREVE Takeback circular polyester embedded with our proprietary FiberPrint® tracer technology and verified by U-TRUST® to certify recycled content.
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