The Lycra Company has teamed up with Dovetail Workwear, a performance clothing brand for women, to launch the Coolswap capsule collection in Spring 2026.

Visitors to Lycra’s stand at the Functional Fabric Fair from November 12-13 in Portland, Oregon – where Dovetail is also based –  were given a sneak preview of the new fabrics which empower women to thrive in their work environments, whether inside or outside.

Known for its user-driven design process, Dovetail Workwear collaborates closely with its community of women workers to ensure every product meets real-world needs. A common request is for durable gear that keeps them cool and comfortable on the job and the new Coolswap collection delivers in this respect.

Made with Lycra EcoMade fibre, the ultra-lightweight and durable fabrics deliver easy stretch and dry quickly for all-day cool comfort. The Lycra fibre also contains renewable plant-based materials and post-consumer recycled PET bottles, helping to reduce environmental impact.

The Coolswap fabrics were co-developed with Sapphire Finishing Mills, one of Pakistan’s largest vertically integrated textile manufacturers. With a strong focus on sustainable innovation and technical expertise, Sapphire played a central role in translating Dovetail Workwear’s vision into high-performance woven fabrics that meet women’s workwear needs.

Acting as a connector across the value chain, Lycra brought Dovetail Workwear and Sapphire together, demonstrating its ‘All In’ approach to collaboration and innovation.

“Our goal is to equip women with workwear that performs as hard as they do,” said Sara DeLuca co-founder of Dovetail Workwear. “One of the things we hear from women every day is that they cannot find viable, lightweight workwear options. Partnering with Lycra has allowed us to go lighter than ever before without sacrificing durability and deliver a cooler, more comfortable collection made with sustainability in mind.”

The five-piece Coolswap collection offers essential styles built for a range of work with versatility at its core. Styles include two types of work pants, cargo skirts and shorts, and a long-sleeved work shirt.

To support the launch, Lycra and Dovetail Workwear are collaborating on a joint marketing campaign which will launch during Spring 2026.

“Women deserve apparel that feels great no matter how tough the job, so their workwear should deliver the fit, stretch, comfort, durability and other performance qualities they expect,” said Ebru Ozaydin, global product director for denim, wovens and ready-to-wear at The Lycra Company. “That’s why we’re proud to join forces with Dovetail Workwear, a brand which truly understands its customers. Together, we’re delivering high-performance solutions that meet the needs of this growing target market.”

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