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Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Woolmark launches guide for sourcing wool denim fabrics
Accessible both online and offline, Woolmark's new denim sourcing tool has two volumes that explore seven distinct themes: A Revised Classic, Special Treatments, Denim Shirting, The Denim Suit, Signature Denim, Thread Rebels, and Denim-Inspired Knits and Jerseys. These categories highlight the integration of wool into denim fabrics, enhancing them to a level of premium performance and offering consumers new and appealing options. Woolmark processing innovation and education extension general manager Julie Davies said: 'We have seen an ever-increasing demand for wool denim swatch requests through The Wool Lab over the past four years. The timeless appeal of denim is enriched with wool's skin-friendly softness, breathability, versatility, and durability, resulting in wardrobe essentials that transcend the ordinary." The specialised Wool Lab introduces novel blends such as wool-hemp, wool-lyocell, and 100% extrafine wool combined with luxury fibres like silk, cashmere, or paper. These combinations provide distinct advantages and open up possibilities for those at the forefront of innovation. Wool's inherent ability to regulate temperature renders wool denim ideal for year-round wear. It offers warmth without the initial cold touch often associated with traditional cotton jeans. A detailed technical toolkit accompanies The Wool Lab Denim. Created with input from a worldwide consortium of textile specialists, the toolkit delivers comprehensive insights into how wool performs within denim applications and provides advice on fibre selection, fabric construction, finishing methods, and eco-friendly practices. This resource is said to help designers and manufacturers to harness the full capabilities of wool in denim by merging innovative ideas with technical expertise. Woolmark introduced this resource at Denim PV in Milan, which took place in Milan Superstudio Più on 21 and 22 May. For the first time at this event, Woolmark exhibited a dedicated area showcasing the adaptability and enduring appeal of wool denim. Additionally, The Wool Lab guide is available digitally via The Wool Lab platform to ensure widespread access and support for the supply chain. In November last year, Woolmark secured A$4m ($2.6m) in grant from the Australian Government to back its new Australian Wool Industry Insetting Programme, which aims to reduce emissions within the textile supply chain. "Woolmark launches guide for sourcing wool denim fabrics" was originally created and published by Just Style, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Fashion Network
23-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Woolmark launches first dedicated Wool Lab Denim Edition books and toolkit
Woolmark has just unveiled The Wool Lab Denim Edition, in physical and digital form, which it says is 'a comprehensive resource for wool denim fabrics'. And while denim is a material long associated with cotton, it added that wool-infused denim is in greater demand and is bringing an 'elevated sensibility to this timeless staple'. The increased demand for wool denim applications is now reflected in its dedicated Wool Lab edition and toolkit. The Wool Lab Denim Edition is presented through two books is divided into seven categories – A Revised Classic, Special Treatments, Denim Shirting, The Denim Suit, Signature Denim, Thread Rebels, and Denim-Inspired Knits and Jerseys. 'We have seen an ever-increasing demand for wool denim swatch requests through The Wool Lab over the past four years,' said GM for Processing Innovation & Education Extension Julie Davies. 'The timeless appeal of denim is enriched with wool's skin-friendly softness, breathability, versatility, and durability, resulting in wardrobe essentials that transcend the ordinary.' This dedicated Wool Lab features new blends – such as wool-hemp, wool-lyocell, or 100% extra-fine wool spun with premium fibres like silk, cashmere, or paper – 'offering unique benefits and applications for those on the cutting edge of innovation. Furthermore, wool's natural thermoregulating properties make wool denim suitable for all seasons, providing immediate warmth and reducing the initial chill often felt with cotton jeans'. And the accompanying toolkit provides 'in-depth insights into wool's performance in denim applications, offering guidance on fibre selection, fabric construction, finishing techniques, and sustainability practices'. Woolmark focused on the launch at Denim PV in Milan earlier this week, joining the event for the first time in a dedicated space that aimed to highlight the 'versatility and iconic nature of wool denim'.
Fashion Network
23-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Woolmark launches first dedicated Wool Lab Denim Edition books and toolkit
Woolmark has just unveiled The Wool Lab Denim Edition, in physical and digital form, which it says is 'a comprehensive resource for wool denim fabrics'. And while denim is a material long associated with cotton, it added that wool-infused denim is in greater demand and is bringing an 'elevated sensibility to this timeless staple'. The increased demand for wool denim applications is now reflected in its dedicated Wool Lab edition and toolkit. The Wool Lab Denim Edition is presented through two books is divided into seven categories – A Revised Classic, Special Treatments, Denim Shirting, The Denim Suit, Signature Denim, Thread Rebels, and Denim-Inspired Knits and Jerseys. 'We have seen an ever-increasing demand for wool denim swatch requests through The Wool Lab over the past four years,' said GM for Processing Innovation & Education Extension Julie Davies. 'The timeless appeal of denim is enriched with wool's skin-friendly softness, breathability, versatility, and durability, resulting in wardrobe essentials that transcend the ordinary.' This dedicated Wool Lab features new blends – such as wool-hemp, wool-lyocell, or 100% extra-fine wool spun with premium fibres like silk, cashmere, or paper – 'offering unique benefits and applications for those on the cutting edge of innovation. Furthermore, wool's natural thermoregulating properties make wool denim suitable for all seasons, providing immediate warmth and reducing the initial chill often felt with cotton jeans'. And the accompanying toolkit provides 'in-depth insights into wool's performance in denim applications, offering guidance on fibre selection, fabric construction, finishing techniques, and sustainability practices'. Woolmark focused on the launch at Denim PV in Milan earlier this week, joining the event for the first time in a dedicated space that aimed to highlight the 'versatility and iconic nature of wool denim'.
Fashion Network
23-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Woolmark launches first dedicated Wool Lab Denim Edition books and toolkit
Woolmark has just unveiled The Wool Lab Denim Edition, in physical and digital form, which it says is 'a comprehensive resource for wool denim fabrics'. And while denim is a material long associated with cotton, it added that wool-infused denim is in greater demand and is bringing an 'elevated sensibility to this timeless staple'. The increased demand for wool denim applications is now reflected in its dedicated Wool Lab edition and toolkit. The Wool Lab Denim Edition is presented through two books is divided into seven categories – A Revised Classic, Special Treatments, Denim Shirting, The Denim Suit, Signature Denim, Thread Rebels, and Denim-Inspired Knits and Jerseys. 'We have seen an ever-increasing demand for wool denim swatch requests through The Wool Lab over the past four years,' said GM for Processing Innovation & Education Extension Julie Davies. 'The timeless appeal of denim is enriched with wool's skin-friendly softness, breathability, versatility, and durability, resulting in wardrobe essentials that transcend the ordinary.' This dedicated Wool Lab features new blends – such as wool-hemp, wool-lyocell, or 100% extra-fine wool spun with premium fibres like silk, cashmere, or paper – 'offering unique benefits and applications for those on the cutting edge of innovation. Furthermore, wool's natural thermoregulating properties make wool denim suitable for all seasons, providing immediate warmth and reducing the initial chill often felt with cotton jeans'. And the accompanying toolkit provides 'in-depth insights into wool's performance in denim applications, offering guidance on fibre selection, fabric construction, finishing techniques, and sustainability practices'. Woolmark focused on the launch at Denim PV in Milan earlier this week, joining the event for the first time in a dedicated space that aimed to highlight the 'versatility and iconic nature of wool denim'.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mobile home park dream turns to 'nightmare'
At a mobile home park owned by a reality television billionaire, residents moved in to "live the dream". Instead, some are now "living a nightmare" as they battle issues with potholes, lighting and water leaks. Willow Park, in Mancot, Flintshire, is owned by Wyldecrest Parks, the company of Alfie Best, who was the subject of TV documentary Gypsy Billionaire. However, its licence for the site was not renewed when it expired in July 2023, and a new licence was also refused on appeal last year. While Wyldecrest said it is "still committed" to carrying out work, residents in the 159 homes say no upkeep is carried out despite them paying a quarterly maintenance fee to the firm. Caravan owner 'felt trapped' by £20,000 sale loss Buyers mis-sold caravans as full-time homes Those that live there simply want someone to take responsibility. "They (the residents) are so fed up of having to fight for basic needs when all they want is a hassle-free life in their later years," said long-term resident Julie Davies. "We have been abandoned... Wyldecrest don't want to know, the council, the Senedd don't want to know. "We've been left in limbo." She said the site was "lovely" when she arrived 17 years ago to care for her elderly parents, but it had seen a "rapid decline". Ms Davies said people had moved to "live the dream," but instead, they are living "a nightmare". Licences for parks are issued by local authorities under the Mobile Homes Act (Wales) 2013. But the sites have to be kept to a certain standard in order to keep them, as well as meeting other criteria. Flintshire council said it refused a residential mobile homes licence to Wyldecrest Parks in October 2024 following complaints from residents regarding conditions on site. It was now awaiting a date for Wyldecrest's appeal of that decision. "The council continues to comply with the directions in respect of the appeal and is working with a legal team to ensure legal compliance is obtained on the site," a spokesperson said. "The council is not in a position to take further legal action until the appeal process is completed and is unable to comment further while the legal process remains ongoing." "We are in a no man's land," is how Jackie Morgan, 68, describes it. "Wyldecrest totally ignore our pleas, and Flintshire council say they won't come on site to help because there's no licence." Ms Morgan cannot take her 94-year-old father out in his wheelchair for fear it will tip over on potholes. She also points to perimeter hedges left overgrown, while empty plots were left unmaintained. The residents are also paying three times what they should for water because of leaks, according to residents' association chairman Ken Pierce, 84. He has been on the site 23 years, and said: "Each home is paying £56.14 a month for water we don't use, it is going through the site meter, but not reaching our homes. We should be paying around £16 a month." In a statement, Welsh Water said the leakage on site must be resolved. It added: "We appreciate the concerns of the residents but this is an issue between them and their landlord as the leakage is occurring on the private part of the water network which Welsh Water does not maintain. "The billing agreement between the tenants and the landlord is a private matter for them." Wyldecrest spokesman David Sunderland, who is the manager for sites including Willow Park, said the company had not been served any compliance notices by Flintshire council and he denied that they had been ignoring residents. "We communicate with all residents," he said, adding: "If anyone has a query, I'll talk to them." He said the company had already been getting quotes for a new water main to be laid and any road resurfacing would take place after that work is complete. The Welsh government said the local authority was best placed to comment on the situation. Wyldcrest's other site in Flintshire, Willow Brook Park in Sandycroft, is also currently without a licence.
