Cotton Incorporated, the leading research and promotion organization for U.S. cotton, organized the “Cotton Innovation” event recently at Le Méridien Dhaka, Bangladesh. The program focused on future fashion trends, innovative product developments, and advancements in sustainable dyeing and finishing.
The event brought together product development, R&D, and merchandising professionals from prominent Bangladeshi factories such as Masco Group, Tropical Knitex, Noman Group, and others.
The event featured several expert presentations:
• Lauren Williams, Director of Trend Forecasting, Cotton Incorporated, delivered a detailed presentation on Fashion Trend Forecasts for Fall/Winter 2026/2027. She highlighted evolving preferences among Gen Z and Millennials, emphasizing how the post-COVID era has shifted consumer focus towards durable, long-lasting fashion. Williams also discussed key trends, colors, and design directions that will shape the upcoming seasons.
• Carrie Yates, Associate Director of Product Development, Cotton Incorporated, introduced participants to the latest sustainable fabric innovations, including natural indigo-washed fabrics, mineral pigment-dyed fabrics, quilted fabrics, recycled non-woven fabrics, and performance fabric developments. She also presented yarn-dyed fabrics, double-part fabrics, yarn-dyed twill fabrics, and vat-dyed denim fabrics, providing valuable insights into their potential applications in the Bangladeshi manufacturing landscape.
• Ken Greeson, Associate Director, Textile Chemistry Research, Cotton Incorporated, shared cutting-edge sustainable dyeing and finishing technologies. His presentation covered emerging trends, innovative processing techniques, and strategies for reducing the environmental impact of textile production.
The entire session was conducted by Daniel Wong, Executive Account Manager – Supply Chain Marketing (Asia), Cotton Incorporated, who engaged the audience with hands-on demonstrations of fabric samples and garments, explaining their technical aspects and potential benefits for the industry.
Cotton Incorporated, a non-profit organization funded by U.S. cotton growers and importers, is dedicated to building a sustainable future for cotton. Through continuous research, product development, and marketing support, Cotton Incorporated works globally to promote the use of cotton and drive innovation in the textile and apparel industry.
The “Cotton Innovation” event is part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to collaborate with key stakeholders in Bangladesh’s textile sector, facilitating knowledge exchange and driving the adoption of sustainable practices.
