Austria-based cellulosic fiber manufacturer Lenzing AG, manufacturer of Tencel® lyocell fiber, reports that Cone Denim, Greensboro, N.C., has added Tencel® Denim fabrics to its Sustainblue™ collection of eco-friendly denim fabrics made using recycled cotton, polyester and sustainable yarns. The new fabrics offer Tencel's soft hand, gentle drape and a unique sheen; and include, among other styles, S Gene Indigo Stretch fabric, featuring Cone Denim's S Gene corespun stretch technology incorporating more than one core. The stretch fabric is used in jeans and jeggings.


January/February 2013