35th PARIS International Conference on Fashion Technology & Innovation: PICFTI-26

Call for papers/Topics

Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:

1. Design & Digital Creation

• Generative AI in Design:

  • Algorithmic trend forecasting (predicting colors, silhouettes, and patterns).

  • AI-assisted sketching and print generation.

  • Co-creation: Human-AI collaborative design workflows.

• 3D Modeling & Prototyping:

  • Digital twin creation for garments.

  • 3D draping and physics simulation (e.g., CLO3D, Marvelous Designer).

  • Virtual sampling to reduce physical waste.

• Body Scanning & Fit Tech:

  • Mobile 3D body scanning.

  • AI-powered sizing recommendations to reduce return rates.

  • Parametric pattern making.

2. Smart Materials & Material Science

• Bio-Fabrication & Lab-Grown Materials:

  • Mycelium (mushroom) leather.

  • Lab-grown cotton and silk.

  • Bio-synthetic fibers from agricultural waste (e.g., orange peel, pineapple leaf).

• Smart Textiles (E-Textiles):

  • Phase-change materials for thermal regulation.

  • Conductive yarns and integrated sensors for biometric tracking (heart rate, posture).

  • Flexible circuitry and embedded LEDs in garments.

• Nanotechnology in Fabrics:

  • Self-cleaning and stain-resistant coatings.

  • Antimicrobial and odor-fighting treatments.

  • UV-protective nano-finishes.

3. Sustainable & Circular Innovation

• Advanced Recycling Technologies:

  • Chemical recycling vs. mechanical recycling (breaking textiles back to monomers).

  • Textile-to-textile closed-loop systems.

  • Automated sorting systems using AI/Infrared to identify fiber content.

• Clean Manufacturing:

  • Waterless dyeing (e.g., CO2 dyeing technology).

  • Microbial and bacterial pigments (natural dye alternatives).

  • Laser finishing for denim (eliminating water and chemical usage).

• Traceability & Ethics:

  • Digital Product Passports (DPP): End-to-end lifecycle tracking.

  • Blockchain for supply chain transparency and "provenance" verification.

4. Retail, Logistics & Supply Chain

• Inventory & Demand Management:

  • Agentic AI: Automated restocking and inventory optimization.

  • Hyper-personalization engines for e-commerce.

  • RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) for real-time stock tracking.

• Next-Gen Retail Experience:

  • AR Mirrors (smart mirrors) for in-store virtual try-ons.

  • Interactive visual merchandising.

  • AI chatbots and virtual personal stylists.

• Manufacturing Innovation:

  • Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing): On-demand production of accessories and footwear.

  • Robotic sewing and automated fabric cutting.

  • Micro-factories: Localized, small-batch production units.

5. The Virtual Frontier (Digital Fashion)

• The Fashion Metaverse:

  • Direct-to-Avatar (D2A) retail models.

  • Skin and accessory design for gaming (Roblox, Fortnite collaborations).

  • Virtual-only fashion collections.

• NFTs & Digital Ownership:

  • Tokenizing luxury assets for authenticity.

  • Wearable NFTs for social media and AR.

  • Digital-physical "phygital" tokens (buying a digital item that comes with a physical version).

• Virtual Influencers & Marketing:

  • CGI models and AI-generated brand ambassadors.

  • Digital runways and immersive 360° fashion shows.