E-commerce boosts fashion business, AI aiding segment
"At the recent seminar held hosted at the 26th Hong Kong Fashion Week for Spring/Summer, industry leaders discussed latest trends in fashion and how the industry can identify new opportunities in this industry. The seminar was organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Titled "New Retail Era: 'Fashio... Read more
CMAI launches the 69th edition of the National Garment Fair
The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) is organising India’s largest apparel trade show – The 69th National Garment Fair” from July 15-18, 2019 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Goregaon , Mumbai. The B2B fair will be spread over approx. 700,000 square feet, covering all the halls at... Read more
Brands add a personal touch to their digital operations
"The invasion of technology is reinventing the fashion world with customers moving away from brick and mortar stores to online shopping. However, the luxury fashion sector has, until now, remained immune to this change as here the experience of shopping in opulent boutiques is almost as important for customers as the c... Read more
African trade to get a boost with the Rules of Origin
"A new report, Economic Development in Africa 2019, by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the Rules of origin may have a deep impact on African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). As these rules specify the criteria needed to determine the made-in label for a product, they will boost the... Read more
IFJAS 2019 generates business enquiries worth Rs.145 crore
"The 12th edition of three-day-long Indian Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Show (IFJAS 2019), organised by the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) generated business inquiries worth Rs. 145 crore on its conclusion in Noida." The 12th edition of three-day-long Indian Fashion Jewellery & Acce... Read more
UCB’s new Spring/Summer collection adorns the July edition cover of Rolling…
"United Colors of Benetton (UCB) recently unveiled the July edition of Rolling Stone India at Select Citywalk in Delhi. The cover features Indian comedian, singer, songwriter and YouTube sensation Bhuvan Bam on the cover in a complete Benetton look from the brand’s eclectic Spring Summer 2019 collection. The maga... Read more
Indian Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Show presents Ajay Shankar Memor…
"The 12th edition of the Indian Fashion Jewellery Accessories Show, presented the Ajay Shankar Memorial Awards for the best design and display stands. The show is currently being held at India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida. Manoj Kumar Tiwari, Member of Parliament & President BJP Delhi, presented the... Read more
Budget 2019-20: Textiles allocation reduced, FDI norms for single brand ret…
"Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her maiden budget in Modi 2.0 government. However, the textiles sector seems to have been low on her priority list as the Budget allocation for textiles has been reduced to Rs 5831.48 crore in fiscal 2019-20 from Rs 6,943.26 in the last fiscal. Total textile infrastructure... Read more
63rd India International Garment Fair - The perfect platform for apparel ex…
The 63rd India International Garment Fair [IIGF] was inaugurated by Shantmanu, IAS, Development Commissioner [Handicrafts] that is being held concurrently with 12th edition of Indian Fashion Jewellery & Accessories show (IFJAS) at India Exposition Mart in Greater Noida. The three day international fair,being hel... Read more
Comsat equips Tecmat sectional wrapping machine with EltexEyETM
Comsat is equipping its latest Tecmat sectional warping machine for weaving preparation with the new EltexEyETM yarn tension monitoring system. Unlike yarn tension monitors that are fitted solely on the weft insertion systems of weaving machines, the new Eltex technology is for the warping process prior to weaving &... Read more
The Japan observatory AW to showcase innovative fabrics at Milano Unica 202…
"The Japan Observatory - a convergence of specially selected Japanese companies in business booths; totaling 30 companies and groups, alongside PR and Trend booths will showcase new trends and an index presenting highlighted fabrics at Milano Unica 2020 AW." The Japan Observatory - a convergence of specially... Read more
8th edition of HGH India inaugurated in Mumbai
"The 8th edition of HGH India 2019, the annual trade show for Home Textiles, Home Décor, Gifts & Houseware in India, was inaugurated by Shantamanu Development Commissioner, Handicrafts along with Arun Roongta, Managing Director of HGH India and other dignitaries from the industry." The 8th edition o... Read more
Cotton consumption to outpace production in 2018-19
"According to the July edition of Cotton, If trends hold, consumption will outpace production by 1 million tonne in 2018/19, with projected totals of 26.7 million tonne and 25.7 million tonne, respectively." According to the July edition of Cotton, If trends hold, consumption will outpace production by 1 milli... Read more
Scoop to unveil SS 20 collections of new brands
"Contemporary designer womenswear trade show, Scoop has unveiled a tantalising line-up of “new brands” who will showcase their SS20 collections at the show to be held from July 21-23, 2019 at the iconic Saatchi Gallery in London. The carefully curated and enticing selection of new designers will includ... Read more
British Wool to sponsor 2019 Shearing & Handling World Championships
"British Wool will sponsor the England, Scotland and Wales teams at the 2019 Shearing & Wool Handling World Championships. The Championships, to be held in Le Dorat, France from July 01-07 July, 2019, will see the teams from England, Scotland and Wales face competitors from over 20 countries, up to 300 shearer... Read more
12th Edition of Fashion Jewellery & Accessories to begin from 4th July,…
"Greater Noida – 2nd July, 2019 - 12th edition of Indian Fashion Jewellery & Accessories show [ IFJAS] will be held from 4th to 6th July, 2019 at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida concurrently held with 63rd India International Garment fair to reflect and display the rich legacy of traditional India... Read more
Responsible fashion gains ground in Malaysia
"Even though demand for ethical fashion is rising, there are several reports that throw light on the ongoing labor abuses both in India and across the world. One such report by Trasparentem uncovers multiple violations at five factories in Malaysia. These factories supply to well-known Western brands like Nike, Global ... Read more
HGH India unveils ‘Beyond Shapes’ –The Home Fashion Trends for 2019-20
"HGH India 2019, India’s largest trade-show in the home textiles, home décor, houseware and gifts category recently launched ‘Beyond Shapes’ - the latest trends forecast in home fashion and lifestyle at a press conference in Mumbai. The book designed exclusively for trade visitors and professio... Read more
Mall developers to add over 65 mn sq. ft. new space by 2022-end
"According to Anarock's latest retail report TCCx: Redefining the Future of Retail Malls released at the CII North Retail Conclave today in Delhi, the retail sector is riding high on the phenomenal rise of consumerism and renewed interest by institutional investors." According to Anarock's latest retail report... Read more
Porcher Sport to launch new innovations at Outdoor by ISPO 2019
"Porcher Sport the Sports and Leisure Division of Porcher Industries and the world leader in high performance fabrics for aerial and nautical sports will unveil new innovations for the outdoor equipment and apparel sectors at Outdoor by ISPO 2019 in Munich." Porcher Sport the Sports and Leisure Division of Por... Read more
IWC Schaffhausen names Tom Brady as brand ambassador
"IWC Schaffhausen has appointed athlete Tom Brady as its new brand ambassador. Brady-a world-class athlete is a modern day icon and a connoisseur of haute horlogerie. His collection includes several IWC watches, among them a Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOPGUN Miramar and the iconic Portugieser Perpetual Calendar." ... Read more
European Commission manifesto focuses on circular economy at the global lev…
"Moving away from its ‘take-make-waste model, the European Commission is motivating brands to recycle and reuse materials and products. These brands are also being influenced by their consumer perceptions who strongly emphasise on sustainability. A fashion industry report published in May 2019 revealed, two-third... Read more
ITMA 20-26 June 2019 - REVIEW
Karl Mayer offers tricot machine
Fabrics for business and casual shirts can be produced on the Karl Mayer’s HKS 3-M high-speed tricot machine in a gauge of E 28. Jackets can also be manufactured fr... Read more
China's textile machinery business income increases by 14.57%
In the first quarter of 2019, the Chinese textile machinery industry earned CNY 22.98 billion of prime business income, registering 14.57 per cent year-on-year increase. ... Read more
Archroma launches new liquid sulfur blue dye at ITMA 2019
"Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions launched Diresul® Smartdenim Blue, a liquid sulfur blue dye designed to mimi... Read more
Over 30 Québec companies participate in ITMA 2019
More than 30 companies and organisations from Québec’s textile and apparel sectors are participating ITMA 2019, the most important international exhibition f... Read more
Taiwan presents ‘smart’ machinery at ITMA 2019
"Taiwanese textile companies Pai Lung, Logic Art, AK Dyeing, ACME, CCI Tech, Tai Ho Shing and Taiwan Giu Chun exhibited their intelligent/smart machinery and innovative s... Read more
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G-star collaborates with Archroma for a sustainable collection
Dutch fashion brand G-Star has joined forces with the Swiss chemical company Archroma for the c... Read more
Cotton cost weighs on Indian textiles
Cotton accounts for 51 per cent of the total raw material cost in the Indian textile industry. ... Read more
Indian cotton crop falls by 15 per cent
India’s cotton crop has fallen by around 15 per cent this year mainly because cotton yiel... Read more
Vietnam exports to Japan up eight per cent
Vietnam’s revenues from apparel exports to Japan during January to June grew 8.61 per cen... Read more
UK luxury revenues up one per cent
Revenues of UK luxury fashion brands and retailers are up 1.9 per cent year on year. Especially... Read more
Tirupur develops banana silk clothing
An incubation center in Tirupur is promoting production of banana-silk clothing. India happens ... Read more
Stella McCartney teams up with LVMH
Stella McCartney signed a partnership with LVMH. LVMH is the world’s largest luxury goods... Read more
Small units in India get tax relief
Micro, small and medium units in India are being provided an encouraging atmosphere. Their tax ... Read more
India: Margins may improve for Indian denim
Gross margins in the Indian denim industry are expected to improve by three to four per cent th... Read more
Intimasia 4.0 to feature leading apparel brands
Organised by Peppermint Communications, the 4th edition of Intimasia show will be held from Aug... Read more
London Fashion Week in September
London Fashion Week will be held from September 13 to 17, 2019. Over the past few seasons, Lond... Read more
Karl Mayer offers tricot machine
Fabrics for business and casual shirts can be produced on the Karl Mayer’s HKS 3-M high-s... Read more
India’s June exports record a decline
India’s merchandise exports contracted for the first time in nine months in June. During ... Read more
NITMA says mills considering closing down once a week to sreduce production
Textile spinning mills in North India are planning to cut down production and shut down their m... Read more
Burberry chalks out new strategies with new logo
Burberry is looking to go more upmarket. Burberry is moving past its famed camel check prints w... Read more
US footwear demand to increase four per cent by 2023
Demand for footwear by consumers in the United States is forecasted to increase four per cent a... Read more
US cotton exports to Vietnam up 294 per cent in last five years
US cotton exports to Vietnam increased 294 per cent over the last five years. Vietnam is the la... Read more
UK shoppers move away from skintight denim
Skintight denim is finally losing its grip on the UK jeans market. Shoppers are embracing loose... Read more
Textile Fairs India begins in New Delhi
Textile Fairs India is being held in New Delhi, July 15 to 17, 2019. The first and concluding d... Read more
Levi Strauss revenue up five per cent
Levi Strauss revenue was up five per cent over last year. It has expanded into new categories a... Read more
Lectra updates Modaris with 3D simulation tools
Lectra’s update to the original Modaris program comes with improved 3-D simulations and t... Read more
Bossa organises programme on sustainable denim
Specialised denim manufacturer Bossa recently held it’s second of a series “A New W... Read more
Global supply chain undergoes changes
There are growing signs of the global supply chain — long reliant on China as the worksho... Read more
Vietnam: EVFTA to replace GSP rates with MFN tariffs
According to a report from Bảo Việt Securities Joint Stock Company (BVSC), textile, garment and... Read more
Bestseller sets sustainability goals in sourcing products
Bestseller has committed to sourcing 100 per cent of its cotton from more sustainable alternati... Read more
China's domestic brands launch collections on international stage
With China poised to become the world's largest fashion market in 2019, home-grown high-street ... Read more
Bangladesh exports to new markets up 21 per cent
Bangladesh’s apparel exports to non-traditional markets grew 21.77 per cent in the just c... Read more
Vietnam’s FTA with EU to impact Bangladesh’s exports
As per BGMEA, Vietnam’s recent FTA with EU is likely to have a significant impact on its ... Read more
Sri Lanka apparel exports sees highest growth in five years from Jan to May
Apparel exports from Sri Lanka grew 6.38 per cent in May 2019 . From January to May apparel exp... Read more
Nigeria aims at being a global player in apparel and textile industry
Nigeria aims at being a global player in the textile and apparel sectors and attaining self-suf... Read more
Natural looks dominate at latest edition of Pitti Filati
Most exhibitors at the yarn show Pitti Filati, June 26 to 28, 2019, had a natural element to th... Read more
Liva extended to home textiles
Grasim’s viscose staple fiber brand Liva has been extended to the home textile category w... Read more
India reduces GST on manmade fiber yarns
India has taken measures to increase the competitiveness of the textile industry. GST on manm... Read more
Handicraft artisans get insurance cover
India has been implementing various schemes for the welfare and development of textile workers/... Read more
Fall in Sangam net sales
Sangam has reported net sales of Rs 464.74 crores during the period ended June 30, 2019, as com... Read more
Bangladesh gains from new markets
Bangladesh’s garment exports to non-traditional markets have grown by 26.37 per cent in t... Read more
Miami Swim Week is on
Miami Swim Week is on from July 11 to 16, 2019. The event features men’s, women’s a... Read more
Bangladesh exports to India up 42 per cent
Bangladesh's exports to India are up 42.91 per cent from the compared to previous fiscal. Of th... Read more