JDL × Nichole de Carle Co-Developing the Innovation 25 Collection

JDL Technology has joined forces with international designer and product development specialist Nichole de Carle to co-develop the Innovation 25 collection.

The collaboration brings together Nichole de Carle’s forward-thinking design and product development vision with JDL’s technical expertise in precision sewing, bonding, garment development, and manufacturing.

As part of the Innovation 25 development, the teams have also explored the application of RHEON® film as an innovative material within apparel. By combining advanced material technology with garment construction, bonding, and manufacturing techniques, the collaboration aims to explore new possibilities in product functionality, structure, and design.

The use of RHEON® film introduced new material and construction opportunities throughout the development process. JDL’s technical team worked closely around material behaviour, garment construction, and manufacturing techniques, continuously testing and refining the application to bridge the gap between creative concepts and real-world production.

Throughout the development journey, the two teams worked closely across design, fit, construction, materials, and manufacturing techniques. From the initial concepts through sample development, fit adjustments, material application, and detailed refinement, the collection has been shaped through continuous communication, testing, and collaboration.

As a result of this joint development journey, 35 Innovation 25 development samples have now been completed.

The 35-piece collection represents not only a milestone in the collaboration, but also the combined capabilities of creative development, innovative materials, and technical manufacturing — demonstrating JDL’s ability to translate new concepts and material technologies into tangible apparel solutions.

35 samples mark a milestone in the journey — and the beginning of what comes next.

Following the completion of the collection, Nichole de Carle will showcase the 35 development samples at several leading international industry events, including Performance Days in Munich, Performance Days in Shanghai, and Functional Fabric Fair (FFF) in Portland.

These events will provide an opportunity for Innovation 25 to be introduced to designers, brands, product developers, material specialists, and industry professionals from around the world, opening up further conversations around apparel innovation, material applications, and future product development.

For JDL, the collaboration with Nichole de Carle represents more than a product development project. It is part of JDL’s continued commitment to working with international designers and technology partners to explore new materials, construction techniques, and approaches to apparel development.

Moving forward, the two teams will continue to explore innovative products, new materials, advanced construction techniques, and new approaches to apparel development as the Innovation 25 collection evolves.

From Concept to Creation.
From Material Innovation to Product Development.
From Development to Production.

At JDL, we believe that meaningful innovation comes from bringing creative vision, material technology, and technical expertise together. Through close collaboration with designers and global partners, we aim to transform innovative ideas into products with real-world potential.