From Dholpur & Ayodhya, via IIT: First indigo-dyed wool denim at fashion week, Pg13.

Key Highlights:

• Anurag Gupta showcased a collection at Lakme India Fashion Week featuring the world's first indigo-dyed wool denim.
• The denim was developed by Satendra Singh at IIT-Delhi using plasma technology.
• The innovative denim blends 35% wool with hemp, banana fibre, bamboo, and recycled cotton.
• IndigoTex, co-founded by Singh in 2024, has begun exporting the fabric to the EU.
• The wool denim reduces emissions by 85% compared to cotton denim.

Detailed Insights:

• Satendra Singh's indigo-dyed wool denim addresses the limitations of cotton denim in providing thermal insulation.
• Plasma technology is used to improve wool's strength and remove scratchy scales, making it machine-washable and quick-drying.
• The denim is all-weather and moisture-absorbent, suitable for varying temperatures and reducing the need for frequent washing.
• Anurag Gupta's collection is inspired by Japanese artist Hokusai and blends sustainability with tech and style.
• The Ministry of Textiles, SIDBI, and angel investors funded Singh's research at IIT-Delhi.
• Singh aims to develop advanced high-altitude wear using more eco-friendly fibres.
• Gupta debuted in 2018 as part of the Fashion Design Council of India's (FDCI) GenNext showcase.

Scientific/Technical Concepts Involved:

• Plasma Technology: A process using ionized gases to modify material properties without damaging fibres.
• Thermal Insulation: The ability of a material to reduce heat transfer, keeping the wearer warm.
• Moisture Management: The process of controlling the amount of moisture in a material.