Fibre Trends

Question 1

Give an advantage of traceability

Answer 1

It allows designers to understand A fabric fully so they can make informed decisions any design and product labelling

Question 2

What is the main disadvantage of traceability?

Answer 2

It only works if every party involved in the process is cooperative and honest about use if GM chemicals and exploiting workers

Question 3

Why is Italy a pioneer in fabric trends?

Answer 3

At the forefront of the horizontal supply chain, creating fully traceable fabrics

Question 4

What is layering?

Answer 4

The strategic placement of different synthetic fabrics eg around the armpits to aid moisture management and reduce overheating

Question 5

What is traceability?

Answer 5

Being able to follow a fabric through its whole life span