Circ Secures $25 Million Funding to Scale Textile Recycling; Denim Trends Evolve Towards Sustainability and Comfort

Circ, a textile-to-textile recycler, has obtained $25 million in funding led by Taranis to transition to industrial-scale production. The funding includes support from Avery Dennison and Inditex, with whom Circ collaborated on a Zara collection using recycled polycotton. Circ aims to establish its first industrial-scale blended textile recycling plant. According to Numero Uno, sustainability is a key trend in denim, with brands using water-saving methods and recyclable materials. Wide-leg and loose-fit silhouettes are replacing skinny jeans, offering comfort and street-style energy. The denim-on-denim trend is also making a comeback with modern twists. Ostilos highlights curated denim pieces and tailored denim trousers in earthy tones as emerging trends, emphasizing structured yet flexible fabrics for comfort and sophistication.