Lenzing and The Woolmark Company introduced innovations offered by the new blend of lyocell fibre TENCEL® manufactured by Lenzing and merino wool within the scope of the cooperation agreement signed between two firms. The new yarn type created by this fibre pair brings a new dimension to luxurious textiles and active clothing.
Andreas Gürtler, Lenzing AG Head of Business Development and Outerwear Department, and Hale Saraçoğlu, Business Development Manager of Lenzing Turkey, held a press conference and provided the Turkish press with information on the blend of TENCEL® and merino wool. In the meeting where plant-based lyocell fibre TENCEL® was promoted; the new blend concept as well as the latest textile findings and physiological findings about TENCEL® and merino wool were exhibited.
TENCEL® and Merino Wool Combines Luxury and High Performance
Merino wool, a fibre material preferred for a long time, is a product used as raw material both in clothing and home textile sectors in all periods. Merino wool stands out as a type of fibre highly preferred in the luxurious clothing segment. While TENCEL® achieves perfect match with the merino wool, merino wool which includes such enriching factors as moist management and smooth fibre surface generates textiles appealing to the clients who love performance and luxury.
Andreas Gürtler, Head of Lenzing Business Development and Outerwear Department, expressed that, “TENCEL® achieved numerous successes with merino wool. This fibre pair preferred in the collections of international brands is frequently used in active clothing segment, in particular.” Gürtler also said that they expect the use of this blend of TENCEL® and merino wool will become common in classical suits, dresses and shirts.
Stating that the fabric emerging from the combination of TENCEL® and merino wool is silky and soft and has a nice drape, Hale Saraçoğlu, Business Development Manager of Lenzing Turkey, added that this blend stands out with its heat regulating feature along with the sensation it creates on the skin. Saraçoğlu added that, “Both fibres which absorb moisture very well create a special microclimate effect on the skin. While merino wool combined with TENCEL® becomes handier in summer, TENCEL® combined with merino wool becomes handier in winter.”
