Abstract: The paper summarized the preparation methods of fragrant microcapsules, photochromic microcapsules, phase change microcapsules, mosquito repellent microcapsules, foaming microcapsules,and multi-color and multi-point microcapsules, and analyzes the applications of microcapsule technology,which empower textiles specific functions or appearance, including, fragrance release, color change, heat storage and temperature regulation, mosquito repellent and mothproofing functions. As ecological dyeing and finishing technology, microcapsule printing will have a broader application prospect based on the further improvement of microcapsule preparation methods, performance stability and reactivity.

Key words: microcapsules technology; aromatic microcapsule; thermochromic microcapsule; photochromic microcapsule; phase change microcapsule