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Stain-Proof Clothing

'Dropel Fabrics' is Now Using Its Stain-Resistant Fabric for Womenswear

— June 16, 2015 — Fashion
Speaking at New York's annual Fashion Tech Lab Demo Day, Dropel Fabrics announced that they are working on a new clothing line made from revolutionary stain-resistant fabric. The company already partners with a number of high-profile retailers such as the menswear line Kelby & Co. and other home furnishing companies. However, Dropel Fabrics is now marketing its hydrophobic textiles towards companies specializing in womenswear and children's apparel as well.

The stain-repelling nanotechnology of the futuristic fabric is achieved during the production process by adding a single ingredient to traditional cotton fabric. The result is a durable textile that causes stains and liquids to roll right off of the fabric. While the fabric is currently being used for several menswear lines, the company is now looking to take the fabric to other popular retailers.

With so many consumers battling stains on a daily basis, this stain-resistant fabric is the perfect choice for men and women alike.
Trend Themes
1. Stain-resistant Clothing - The development of stain-repellent textiles opens up opportunities for creating durable and low-maintenance clothing that can stay fresh-looking for longer.
2. Hydrophobic Fabrics - The use of hydrophobic textiles has the potential to disrupt the textile industry by offering superior water and stain resistance, providing a competitive edge for brands.
3. Nanotechnology in Fashion - The integration of nanotechnology in clothing production enables innovative solutions such as stain-repelling fabrics, paving the way for advanced performance textiles.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Fashion retailers can tap into the demand for stain-proof clothing by incorporating stain-resistant fabrics into their product offerings, attracting customers looking for convenience and longevity.
2. Apparel Manufacturing - Apparel manufacturers can explore the production of stain-resistant clothing using the new fabric technology, offering practical and innovative solutions for consumers' everyday needs.
3. Home Furnishings - Home furnishing companies can leverage the stain-repellent fabric technology to create durable and easy-to-clean textiles for upholstery, bedding, and other household items, meeting the demand for low-maintenance products.
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