'A Venue to Discover Latest Global Textile Trends'

Preview in Seoul 2011 covers all new-concept functional and eco-friendly textiles

Preview In Seoul 2011 (PIS), Korea's premier textile exhibition, which took place at COEX in Seoul from Aug. 31 to Sept. 2, highlighted all of the latest textiles applying global sensibilities and trends based on functionality and eco-friendliness.
A total of 252 companies set up 416 booths at the 12th PIS, organized by the Korean Federation of Textile Industries (KOFOTI).
In particular, new concept textiles integrating functional, eco-friendly textiles and culture codes were introduced. Above all, this year's PIS enhanced its reputation as an international exhibition thanks to the participation of the representative domestic textile companies among the other firms representing the global textile market, along with a highly increased presence from abroad, including France, Australia, China, Japan, India and ASEAN countries.
KOFOTI Vice Chairman Kim Dong-soo commented, "This year's PIS put every effort into promoting business opportunities for both the buyers and exhibitors, and is expecting the greatest outcomes of all times based on our efforts."
The 12th PIS exhibited new concept functional textiles beyond the limitations of sportswear and casual wear.
ST Onechang, YoungPoong Filltex, Kwanglim Textile Co., Duckwoo Corp., Paka Textile, Shinhan and Kyung Young Tex presented fabrics of high sensibility fused with functionality and eco-friendly trends including water repellent and breathable fabrics besides lightweight thin fabrics, temperature-control fabrics and UV-blocking fabrics.
G.B. Textile and Shinwon Textile also presented special items ― fabrics targeting the growing camping market including fabrics for hunting, tents and automobile seats. In addition, a variety of innovative functional-eco textiles were showcased as essential items of the advanced fashion business.
Seojin Textile Co. displayed blended fabrics with Organic Exchange Certification. G.H.I. presented lightweight memory fabrics made from corn extracts and Unique Design Corp. displayed items that have overcome the limitations of milk protein fiber. Amogreentech featured pure silver metallic yarn and KPM Tech also exhibited "EVER-EX," anti-bacterial functional textiles.
Meanwhile, diverse fashion items reflecting the latest trends were highlighted. Seojin Textile Co., Jain Textile, Shinheung, Young Textile, Y.M.K. Textile and Changbae Trading presented the so-called memory fabrics, a luxury sportswear textile used in down jumpers, windbreakers and golf wear as well as fashion items for the outdoors such as jackets, coasts and trench coats.
Sunrise Company, Watech, K.M.F., Shin Won Textile, Shinil Industry, Patex, Woochang Textile, Hyupsung T.R.D. and Kyungwon displayed a wide range of knit, print, embroidery and lace collections at this year's PIS. Special items added to the diversity of the PIS exhibition: mesh fabric collections by Ilsong Tex; Wig Korea's chameleon-like textiles that change color according to the light; and R&D Textile and EG Korea's acetate fabric with a silk touch. nw

KOFOTI Chairman Ro Hee-chan

Dignitaries attend the opening ceremony of Preview In Seoul 2011 (PIS), Korea's premier textile exhibition.

Photo on Courtesy of KOFOTI