Textile Product Performance

An insightful and accessible guide for designers and buyers. Blending technical knowledge with industry case studies, Davies demystifies textile performance while supporting confident decision-making throughout the global supply chain. * Martin Charter, University for the Creative Arts, UK *Provides a comprehensive understanding of textiles, testing, and processes which is crucial for navigating the complexities of today’s supply chains. A must-have for anyone aiming to excel in the fashion industry. * Fiona Bailey, Product Learning and Development Manager, Next, UK *An invaluable resource for designers and researchers. Industry case studies bring the comprehensive technical content to life, making this book highly accessible and usable. * Faith Kane, Massey University, Aotearoa New Zealand *

Angela Davies is Associate Professor in textile and garment technology at De Montfort University, UK. She has been principal and co-investigator on several regionally, nationally and internationally funded projects, working with technical textile and medical enterprises to develop new products and processes. Her research interests include product performance and quality control; sustainable textile development; medical, technical and performance textiles; wearable technologies; product development for durability and longevity; and textile end of life management, including biodegradation and composting.