GLOBAL, June 03, 2025: The Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry (ASBCI), the University of Manchester (UoM) and Alvanon Europe are delighted to announce the third edition of 3D NEXT LVL: Elevating Digital Fashion Through Shared Experience, 15th October, University of Manchester, UK. This collaboration follows the huge success of 3D NEXT LVL collaborative events in Germany and the Netherlands in 2023 and 2024 respectively.
The 2025 edition of 3D NEXT LVL will give fashion brands and retailers at any stage of their digital journeys, a candid overview of the common topics and challenges experienced when implementing DPC, 3D, AI and other emerging technologies. The lectures, discussions and networking opportunities are designed to be interactive, highlighting best practices and solving problems through shared experience.
3D NEXT LVL UK will open with a tour of the UoM’s pioneering department of materials, where delegates will experience the latest research in digital fashion and textiles. This will be followed by a conference and networking event where digital super-users will share invaluable insights and experience into how current and emerging digital technologies are transforming the way the fashion industry works, across the entire value chain from design concept and sourcing to customer engagement and e-commerce.
“Digital technologies must touch the entire supply chain at scale for it to live up to the expected return on investment (ROI),” explained Ton Wiedenhoff, Executive Director, Europe at Alvanon. “In order to save time and money, brands must invest in digital technologies that improve efficiencies across all their end-to-end processes from sourcing to sales. AI, DPC and 3D-based solutions, such as digital fabric libraries, digital sizing and sampling technologies, are already helping brands transform their operations.” He concluded: “The heart of the matter is, we must reach critical digital mass across the entire value chain to improve sales and margins while empowering the wider business to stay agile and innovative enough to keep up with the rapid pace of change in the fashion industry. 3D NEXT LVL UK will explore what barriers must be broken down in order to reach this critical mass quickly.”
3D NEXT LVL puts content and learning at the heart of all presentations and open discussions. Not a commercial event, it will be held in conjunction with the ASBCI Autumn Conference on Thursday, 16th October, enabling delegates to benefit from two-days of transformative learning. The 3D NEXT LVL delegate rate is £250 ex VAT. More details on the ASBCI conference will be announced shortly.
3D NEXT LVL has garnered industry interest and recognition for its unconventional ‘no recordings allowed’ approach over the past two years, allowing presenters and guests to openly share their experiences, strategies and technologies. Past 3D NEXT LVL speakers and collaborators in Germany and the Netherlands, have included representatives from top brands and retailers Adidas, BERSHKA/Inditex Group, Etam Lingerie, Eurojersey, Hugo Boss, OTTO Group, Speedo/Pentland Brands, PVH Corp., Scott Sports SA, and hosting universities, the Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI) and Albstadt-Sigmaringen University, with support from the International Apparel Federation (IAF) and Dialog Textil Bekleidung (DTB).
The full lineup of speakers will be announced in the coming weeks. To find out more about 3D NEXT LVL, please follow the link: https://buytickets.at/asbci/1702016
About Alvanon
Alvanon is a fashion technology company driven by a mission to create consistent, perfectly sized apparel for every body. It combines advanced technology, data insights, and decades of industry expertise to power its sizing intelligence ecosystem for 1000+ global clients across multiple sectors including fashion, sports & leisure, performance & workwear, swimwear and lingerie. Using global body data Alvanon streamlines product development, reduces returns, and ensures consistent sizing for brands, manufacturers, and consumers alike. Visit www.alvanon.com
About Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry (ASBCI)
The Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry (ASBCI) is a not-for-profit UK-based organisation with a membership that represents all key sectors of the clothing and textile supply chain. Formed in 1973, it is the only forum of its kind where component suppliers and fabric producers can exchange ideas and knowledge with designers, retailers and garment cleaning specialists. It operates without commercial preference and its impartial stance makes it a unique organisation within an intensely competitive industry where members can meet, discuss issues, and share their experiences – all together, at one time, in one place. Visit www.asbci.co.uk
About University of Manchester (UoM)
Part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, The University of Manchester is the largest single-site university in the UK. Founded in 1824 for the advancement of education, it has since become home to 26 Nobel Prize winners. With a commitment to breaking disciplinary and geographic boundaries, it continues to drive new ideas, discoveries, and innovations that shape the world. Its teaching and learning approach fosters life-changing student experiences, inspires lifelong learning, and shapes exceptional graduate outcomes, equipping future global citizens with the skills and knowledge to thrive. The Department of Materials at the University of Manchester is the largest of its kind in Europe, excelling in materials science and engineering, as well as fashion business and technology. Visit www.manchester.ac.uk