During this formative period, textiles increasingly fused with electronics and advanced materials to support sensing, personalization, and connectivity. Researchers advanced from isolated measurement tools to fabric-embedded systems, enabling non-invasive garment fit through three-dimensional body scanning, while sensors and antennas migrate from laboratories into fabrics to pursue real-time monitoring, wearable communication, and adaptive performance. At the same time, durability and sustainability considerations shape finishing practices, with a growing emphasis on easy-care, health-oriented treatments and antimicrobial strategies alongside environmental concerns.