Eco-Innovation Preview: Innovations & Technologies for Sustainable Color
The September edition of Première Vision Paris opens under the theme of innovation and technology. Now essential levers in supporting the ecological transition and rethinking processes, they work to reconcile sustainability and performance. Color, a major issue for the textile industry, presents many challenges: still largely derived from fossil resources, synthetic dyeing requires high consumption of water, energy, and chemicals. In response, Première Vision exhibitors are mobilizing: reducing impact, transforming production methods, and exploring new frontiers. From dye-free patterns to the promises of biotechnology, a new map of groundbreaking alternatives is taking shape.
Dye-Free Patterns: A Radical and Sustainable Choice
Checks, houndstooth, faux plains… these tailoring icons are reimagined this season in woollens free of any dye. The natural shades of fleeces—cream, brown, grey, depending on the sheep breed—are directly harnessed to create motifs and textures. This radical approach, both understated and virtuous, offers a compelling alternative for tailoring collections grounded in authentic tonal ranges.
Paulo De Oliveira (PT) / Natural Cotton Color (BR) / Albano Morgado (PT) |
Next-Generation Natural Dyes
Autumn-Winter 26-27 brings significant advances in the field of natural dyeing, with colorants derived from renewable resources, mainly by-products and waste, entirely free from petrochemicals. This is the case of IndiDye, which uses roots, bark, leaves or fruits. Their water-based or naturally fermented extraction process, in compliance with the ZDHC MRSL list, ensures the complete absence of hazardous chemical discharges.
Indidye Natural (CN) |
Algae as an Alternative
Continuing in the direction of renewable natural resources, the ALGAEING™ process harnesses the potential of algae to produce non-toxic dyes, with low water consumption and reduced carbon impact.
Positive Materials (PT) |
Biotechnology and Fermentation
By reinventing pigment production processes, biotechnology opens new horizons. Colorifix, a pioneer in the field, develops pigments from replicated DNA derived from living organisms, then through a bacterial fermentation process, eliminating the use of hazardous chemicals. The technology, applicable to both dyeing and printing, is OEKO-TEX® certified and significantly reduces water and energy consumption.
Towards Structural Color
Finally, young biotechnology start-ups are exploring the path of structural color. Using nanocrystals of plant cellulose, they design microscopic films capable of diffracting light to create iridescent, vibrant, and durable shades. These films can be transformed into pigment powders, sequins or glitter, without any reliance on traditional dyes.
Discover the full range of eco-responsible innovations and developments for the season at the Eco-Innovation FOCUS at Première Vision, September 16, 17 and 18 at the Parc des Expositions Paris Nord Villepinte.
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