Luxel™ by UNIFI®, a specialist in recycled and synthetic yarns and the maker of REPREVE®, captures the natural look and feel of linen while offering advanced performance features such as moisture wicking, wrinkle resistance, and odor control. The yarn technology recently launched is designed for brands and consumers who value comfort, style, and sustainability.
This innovative technology is built directly into the yarn, providing exceptional versatility across a wide range of fabric constructions ranging from apparel and footwear to home furnishings, workwear, and accessories, empowering material developers to innovate across multiple categories with ease.
Luxel is made with REPREVE recycled polyester, including 30% REPREVE Takeback circular polyester. It incorporates UNIFI’s proprietary FiberPrint® tracer technology and is verified by U-TRUST® to certify recycled content. By incorporating recycled content, including textile waste, Luxel helps brands reduce environmental impact while delivering high-performance, stylish fabrics.
Luxel: “A true innovation in textile performance”
“Luxel represents a true innovation in textile performance,” said Eddie Ingle, CEO of UNIFI, and he commented: “We developed this yarn to provide designers and manufacturers with a product that delivers the premium look and tactile appeal of linen but delivering on enhanced benefits of easy care, durability, and sustainability. Luxel allows brands to offer elevated, functional fabrics, made with REPREVE Takeback, and designed for premium functional performance, which is important to today’s consumers.”
One of the key benefits of Luxel is luxurious feel and breathability. It delivers a natural, linen-inspired texture with a smooth finish. In addition, enhanced function and performance provides moisture management and built-in odor control for effortless maintenance. The wrinkle-resistance feature allows fabrics to maintain a polished, fresh appearance with minimal effort.