THE LYCRA COMPANY, NAVEENA, AND ONLY & SONS COLLABORATE TO INTRODUCE RENEWABLE LYCRA^® FIBER IN DENIM

The LYCRA Company, Naveena, and ONLY & SONS have come together to introduce denim made with RENEWABLE LYCRA^® fiber, showcasing how collaboration across the value chain can enable material innovation while maintaining the performance standards consumers expect.

At the core of this project is RENEWABLE LYCRA^® fiber, made with 70% renewable content. Using advanced fermentation technology, raw material derived from field corn is converted into a key fiber ingredient that replaces fossil‑based inputs—while delivering the same stretch and recovery as conventional LYCRA^® fiber.

Performance without compromise

RENEWABLE LYCRA^® fiber is engineered to perform like traditional LYCRA^® fiber, enabling a seamless transition for brands, mills and consumers alike.

Key features include:

• 70% renewable content*

• Up to 45% lower CO₂ emissions*

• Identical fiber performances compared to conventional LYCRA^® fiber

“Working with RENEWABLE LYCRA^® fiber allowed us to integrate renewable inputs into denim without changing the way the fabric performs,” said Aydan Tuzun, Senior Vice President at Naveena. “It’s a strong example of how innovation at the fiber level can be scaled through fabric development while respecting performance requirements.”

A closer look at the denim fabric

The project features a single‑core denim fabric with cotton and RENEWABLE LYCRA^® fiber, developed in a Sila Black/Black fabric execution. The fabric has been designed to support a slim‑fit silhouette, combining the look and hand feel of traditional cotton denim with the stretch and recovery expected from LYCRA^® brand fiber.

By integrating RENEWABLE LYCRA^® fiber into this fabric construction, Naveena demonstrate how renewable content can be incorporated into contemporary denim styles while maintaining established fabric structures and fit intentions.

A shared approach to better balance

By working together, this capsule collection illustrates how collaboration can help strike a better balance between performance expectations and reduced reliance on fossil‑based inputs, without asking consumers to compromise on fit or comfort.

RENEWABLE LYCRA^® fiber is aligned with recognized industry standards, including ISCC+, USDA BioPreferred^® and a third‑party verified Life Cycle Assessment, helping ensure transparency and credibility across the value chain.

“For ONLY & SONS, this collaboration shows that responsible material choices can go hand in hand with comfort, fit and performance,” said Kenneth Bennetzen, Strategic Sourcing Manager at ONLY & SONS Denim. “What is especially important to us is that the claims behind the materials are supported by recognized, third‑party certifications and verified assessments.”

^{* Figures are based on a third‑party verified Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and recognized certification standards, including ISCC+ and USDA BioPreferred®, comparing RENEWABLE LYCRA® fiber to conventional LYCRA® fiber.}

About The LYCRA Company

The LYCRA Company innovates and produces fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries and owns the leading consumer brands: LYCRA^®, LYCRA HyFit^®, LYCRA^® T400^®, COOLMAX^®, THERMOLITE^®, ELASPAN^®, SUPPLEX^® and TACTEL^®. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, U.S., The LYCRA Company is recognized worldwide for its sustainable products, technical expertise, and marketing support. The LYCRA Company focuses on adding value to its customers’ products by developing unique innovations designed to meet the consumer’s need for comfort and lasting performance. Learn more at thelycracompany.com.