tekstiilides

Tekstiilides is an Estonian term derived from tekstiil (textile) and used to refer to topics and content relating to textiles. It commonly appears in academic and industry writing as a locative or thematic marker meaning "in textiles" or "within the field of textiles." It is not a standalone concept, but a form used to introduce subject matter.

The scope of tekstiilides includes fibers and yarns; fabrics; finishing, dyeing and coating; textile design; and production technologies such as spinning, weaving, knitting and nonwovens. It also covers quality control, testing standards, sustainability, recycling, and innovations like smart textiles and technical textiles used in automotive, medical and industrial applications. Traditional textiles remain central to fashion and home textiles, while new applications broaden the field.

In Estonia, the term is used in education and industry to designate textiles as a sector or area of study. Globally, textile production involves natural and synthetic fibers, machinery, supply chains, and fashion systems.

See also: Tekstiil, Tekstiilitööstus, Tekstiliteadus, Textile technology.