Singapore Fashion Council

Welcome to the latest season of Fashion Futures, a documentary series spotlighting the people, ideas and innovations transforming fashion in Southeast Asia.

Produced by the Singapore Fashion Council in partnership with ASN Media, this year’s edition explores four core themes shaping the future of the industry: Materials & Textile Innovation, Circular Economy & Sustainability, Talent & Skills and Digitalisation.

 

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MATERIALS

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SUSTAINABILITY

Through exclusive interviews, in-depth reports and on-the-ground stories, Fashion Futures captures the breakthroughs redefining how fashion is made, consumed, digitised and taught.

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DIGITALISATION

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TALENT

/01 Materials & Textile Innovation

Explore how science, technology, and design are reshaping the textiles of tomorrow — from carbon-absorbing fabrics to biodegradable synthetics and AI-driven manufacturing.


Materials & Textile Innovation News Item

From carbon-absorbing T-shirts to AI-powered knitwear, startups are pushing textile innovation with impact-led R&D.
Deakin University - Future Fibres Hub

Australian researchers develop wool blends, microbial fibres, and microplastic-reducing solutions to reshape sustainable textile manufacturing.

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Nan Yang Textiles Group

Bangkok-based Nan Yang Group’s ReDeFi fabric reduces the biodegradation period from 450 years to 4.5 years, offering a scalable solution to microplastic pollution.

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/02 Circular Economy / Sustainability

These stories spotlight regional efforts to reduce fashion’s footprint — through circular business models, regenerative materials, and end-of-life innovation.


Circular Economy & Sustainability News Item

Brands across Asia adopt circular business models, regenerative farming, and regionally rooted supply chains to reduce impact.
YKK

YKK innovates zippers for repairability and recyclability, reinforcing commitment to global circularity goals.

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Design Orchard’s Refreshed Retail Space

DORS supports 80+ local brands with high-visibility retail and international pop-ups, creating a platform for sustainable growth.
lululemon

lululemon works with partners to support circular systems, exploring textile-to-textile recycling, resale, and reverse logistics at scale.

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Q Collection

A vertically integrated supply chain built on ZLD, renewables, and digital traceability underpins Q Collection’s ethical manufacturing.

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/03 Talent & Skills

Meet the educators, leaders, and learners building future-ready capabilities in design, retail, sustainability, and creative entrepreneurship.


Talent & Skills News Item

With shifting retail and supply chain demands, Singapore’s fashion industry prioritises upskilling, storytelling, and strategic resilience.
Raffles

Raffles Design trains emerging creatives in sustainability, materials, and entrepreneurship, building a globally connected alumni network.

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/04 Digitalisation

Discover how digital tools and AI are transforming how fashion is sold, produced, and personalised — improving both efficiency and sustainability.


Digitalisation News Item

From AI-driven inventory forecasting to personalised e-commerce, fashion brands are using tech to drive efficiency and reduce waste.