Pine Crest Fabrics Helped Divert 285,000 Plastic Bottles Through REPREVE® Recycled Polyester Fabrics in 2025
Pine Crest Fabrics, an Oregon-based U.S. fabric supplier for activewear brands, sold more than 20,000 yards of REPREVE® recycled polyester fabric in 2025 — equivalent to 285,000 plastic bottles. Since 2018, we have sold recycled fabrics made from over 4.5 million plastic bottles through our participation in the REPREVE® sustainability program. REPREVE® recycled polyester is […]
Customer Favorites: Fabrics for Swimwear, Activewear, Yoga, Golf, Tennis, Dance, and Gymnastics
At Pine Crest Fabrics, we analyzed the best-selling fabrics of 2025 for each activewear market – yoga, golf, swimwear, tennis, and more, and prepared a ready-to-go guide with recommended materials. Swimwear For swimwear, our customers favored matte tricots with chlorine resistance and UV protection, as well as printed fabrics and print bases. To add style […]
Trendy prints 2026-2027: Pine Crest Fabrics & Gabriela Fuente Collaboration
We’re beginning 2026 with exciting news – a new print collaboration with talented artist Gabriela Fuente. In this collaboration, we’re introducing four exclusive print groups for swimwear, activewear, and beyond, created by Gabriela and inspired by runways and 2026-2027 color trends. In total, 29 prints are available for purchase. Read the blog post to explore artworks and […]
Cloud Dancer: How and Where to Use the Color of the Year 2026
Pantone has announced the Color of the Year 2026: PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer, a white shade that brings a “calming influence to society”. In this blog post, we explore the color story, suggested palettes, and suitable applications. A tricot fabric in the Cloud Dancer colorway with a stripe print is available in stock at a […]
What’s Coming in 2026? Swimwear 2026-2027 Color Trend Report
The 2026-2027 swimwear color trends introduce a diverse and expressive palette, led by six global design narratives that blend emotion, innovation, and modern craftsmanship: Rooted Luxury brings earth tones enriched with sun-warmed metallics. Aqua Redirected redefines blue as a new neutral. Boosted Energy celebrates kinetic brights and dopamine-driven color. Liberated Ethereal highlights dreamy softness with […]
Carbon-Captured Eco-Friendly Polyester: How Innovation Turns CO₂ into Fabric
At Pine Crest Fabrics, we’re always exploring sustainable innovations to help designers and brands create responsibly and keep the same levels of performance and comfort for wearers. One of the most exciting developments in textile technology is REOCOER®, an innovative carbon-captured polyester fiber. About REOCOER® Carbon Fiber REOCOER® polyester is produced by capturing carbon dioxide […]
Showgirl Reverie: Orange & Seafoam – The Hottest Color Trends 2025-2026
Fashion trends for 2025-2026 are defined by a bold new palette where radiant orange meets soft seafoam. This dynamic pairing, inspired by one of the most iconic pop stars, is both playful and sophisticated and is quickly becoming one of the most influential color trends of the season. In this article, we’ll explore the story […]
How to Choose Quality Swimwear Fabric: A Guide for Fashion Designers
Whether you’re crafting a standout bikini or designing a performance swimsuit, choosing the right swimwear fabric matters. Here’s a refined guide from Pine Crest Fabrics’ textile experts on selecting swimsuit materials that balance performance, durability, comfort, and style. What Material Is Used for Swimsuits Most high-quality swimwear fabrics are made from nylon or polyester blended […]
Pine Crest Fabrics Launches New Website
Pine Crest Fabrics, a leading wholesale fabric supplier based in Portland, Oregon, has launched its completely new website, offering improved navigation, refreshed branding, and a streamlined user experience. The new platform was developed in collaboration with Sproutbox, a Portland-based digital-marketing agency. The revamped website reflects Pine Crest Fabrics’ commitment to making fabric sourcing easier and […]
New In: Boardshort Recycled Fabric with PFAS-Free Water Repellent
Introducing Tide, a new affordable fabric for boardshorts from our Spark Collection—a curated line of exclusive, trend-driven fabrics available in limited editions and stocked in the U.S. What makes Tide special? PFAS-Free Water Repellency: Safely protects against splashes and light rain, making it perfect for boardshorts and outerwear. Eco-Friendly Choice: Made from recycled polyester with […]