Team CELLIANT® is gearing up to attend Functional Fabric Fair New York this summer, and we can’t wait to connect with new partners, old friends and everyone in between.
FUNCTIONAL FABRIC FAIR New York—powered by PERFORMANCE DAYS®— serves as a premier hub for sourcing, curated specifically for leaders in outdoor, lifestyle, and activewear textiles, footwear and accessories. Attendees and exhibitors alike can anticipate an insider’s view of the cutting-edge products and technology trends influencing the upcoming 2025/2026 Summer seasons.
Functional Fabric Fair New York is slated to take place July 16th from 9am to 6pm and July 17th from 9am to 5pm, hosted at the esteemed Jacob Javits Convention Center at 429 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001. Attendance at the fair is complimentary for verified designers, product managers, procurement specialists, sustainability leaders, and other industry professionals.
Building on the success of the Portland Spring event, we are thrilled to announce CELLIANT’s participation in this year’s New York summer edition, marking our fifth consecutive presence at Functional Fabric Fair. Past editions have drawn notable attendees from esteemed brands in the athleisure and outdoor sports sectors, including Calvin Klein, Victoria’s Secret, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger. Additionally, past exhibitors such as Burlington, DuraFlex, and Cocona 37.5 Technology have contributed to the event’s rich tapestry of innovation and industry leadership.
In July’s Functional Fabric Fair, CELLIANT, Hologenix’s flagship technology, asserts its prominent position as a leading influencer within the textile industry. Anchored at booth location 426, both exhibitors and attendees alike will have the exclusive opportunity to delve into the forefront of bio-responsive textiles, explore samples, and engage directly with the CELLIANT team to discover how their brands can elevate with CELLIANT’s cutting-edge infrared technology.
CELLIANT is a proprietary blend of naturally occurring minerals meticulously crafted to capture and convert body heat into infrared energy. This clinically validated, bio-responsive textile harnesses the body’s energy to amplify performance and unlock human potential, rendering it an unparalleled showcase at the Functional Fabric Fair.
The upcoming Functional Fabric Fair will center on functional textiles and accessories for outdoor, lifestyle, and active wear, spotlighting the following themes:
These themes resonate strongly with CELLIANT, and we are excited to present our brand to potential partners. Let’s delve further into these topics and explore their relevance to CELLIANT.
The Focus Topic for this year, “Beyond Bottles,” underscores the critical need for alternatives to PET recycling, especially in light of impending legal regulations and the principles of the circular economy. With a diverse array of polyester types, concerns regarding micro-plastics, and the growing urgency to shift away from PET towards alternative raw materials, the industry is confronting significant challenges. Potential solutions may entail bolstering textile-to-textile recycling efforts, exploring polyester alternatives derived from food waste, and expanding the utilization of natural fibers.
In 2021, in partnership with Kelheim Fibres, we introduced an innovative solution known as CELLIANT Viscose. This groundbreaking product represents the first sustainable viscose infrared (IR) solution embedded within the fiber itself, catering to brand partners seeking eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic materials. CELLIANT Viscose seamlessly integrates with cotton, micromodal, Lyocell, various wool types (including cashmere), and other fibers, making it perfect for a wide range of applications including performance wear, luxury loungewear, casual attire, and bedding.
Kelheim Fibres specializes in crafting natural viscose fibers that are certified by FSC® or PEFC™, ensuring the sustainability of raw material sourcing. Their dedication to ethical practices has garnered acknowledgment in Canopy’s 2021 Hot Button Report, where they achieved a dark green/green rating. This distinction not only underscores their commitment to ethical raw material sourcing but also establishes them as a comprehensive sustainability standard for producers of viscose fibers – solidifying their position as an ideal partner. CELLIANT Viscose provides an answer to Functional Fabric Fair’s “Beyond Bottles,” offering a trusted natural fiber solution.
This topic resonates deeply with us at CELLIANT. We take immense pride in pushing the boundaries of what constitutes true performance fabrics, challenging conventional definitions and always striving for innovation. While past advancements like quick-drying, breathable, and cooling fabrics have been noteworthy, we perceive a significant gap in textile innovation. We firmly believe that integrating IR technology into our clothing fabrics will redefine industry standards, positioning IR textiles as the future of performance fabrics.
This paradigm shift not only addresses the question of “what can your performance fabrics do for you?” but also extends to “what passive benefits can you gain from your performance fabrics in terms of physiological health and wellness benefits?” By infusing IR technology into our textiles, we aim to unlock a new realm of potential, where garments actively contribute to enhancing well-being beyond traditional performance attributes.
To all who will be at the Functional Fabric Fair New York, we look forward to your presence. Stephen Kelly and Kevin Chen from our Supply Chain team will be at the show, along with our Senior Business Developer Lucas Tyson and Director of Marketing Charlotte Pratt, all eager to engage with potential partners.
If you’re unable to join us in person but are interested in discovering more about CELLIANT, we would be delighted to connect with you remotely.
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