LOOKING FORWARD TO 2021 WITH KEY TRENDS

The transition to modular designs and plan thinking in fashion is introducing another period of attachable and detachable components to clothing, footwear and accessories, regardless of whether it’s an enriching neckline or a three-in-one puffa jacket.

- PRACHI GHELOT

es to the screen-made tones of AI Aqua, the five trends for 2021 are moulded by key drivers for future: the pressing requirement for sustainable products; the physical impact of customers’ digital choices; and the expanding interest for clothing pieces that offer worth by means of adaptability.

1.THE MUSHROOM FEVER

Mycelium is the material and ingredient trend for 2021 and beyond that. Mushrooms are the flora of mycelium, an underground organization key to regenerative agriculture and carbon retention. We are as of now observing mushrooms turning into a significant fixing in beauty items, food and drink, and even dried and reconstituted as eco-friendly packaging. In design, mycelium leather is beginning to be utilized as a material on purses, shoes and little adornments. It is expected to move past the pilot item stage and scale since brands, for example, adidas, Stella McCartney, Lululemon and Kering have all put resources into the mycelium-based biomaterial Mylo– each brand consenting to invest sevenfigure amount to scale-up production and create a supply network for this leather alternate.

2.ACTIVE WEAR THAT MOVES WITH YOU

Here is the development of wearable tech, consolidating wellness and personalisation. Sports clothing and footwear are incorporating sensors that screen your body and monitor you progressively. Think pocket fitness coach, yet inside your shoes or coating your Lycra.