The denim-cargo conundrum, a global tug-of-war in casualwear
The world of casual apparel, once a clear-cut battleground between denim's enduring legacy and the utilitarian surge of cargos, is now a complex, crisscrossing landscape. Traditionally, these two categories have seen a cyclical rivalry, where the rise of one often coincides with the relative decline of the ... Read more
Legacy Titans Under Siege: How fast fashion is outpacing iconic brands
As the global fashion industry evolves once-unchallenged legacy brands, the titans of the industry, now find themselves besieged. They are grappling with falling margins, sluggish supply chains that seem frozen in time, and a business model creaking under the weight of its own inefficiencies. Meanwhile, fas... Read more
EU's T-shirt market: Steady consumption, rising imports shows changing dyna…
The European Union's appetite for T-shirts remains robust, with consumption expected to grow steadily over the next decade, albeit at a moderate pace. However, the market is witnessing a significant shift, with imports playing an increasingly dominant role as domestic production falters. A recent market ana... Read more
China's 'Trade War TikTok' Strategy: Undermining US retail, luring tourists
As trade tensions between the US and China persist, a new battleground has emerged: social media platform TikTok. Chinese manufacturers are using viral videos to expose the supply chains of luxury goods, fashion, and apparel sold at significantly higher prices in the US. This strategy, dubbed 'Trade War Tik... Read more
India eyes zero-duty deal with US amid tariff tensions, textile sector pois…
In a strategic move to mitigate the impact of the US’ recent 26 per cent reciprocal tariff, India is considering offering zero-duty imports across several sectors, including those under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, to expedite a crucial bilateral trade agreement (BTA). Officials famil... Read more
EU's T-shirt market: Steady consumption, rising imports shows changing dyna…
The European Union's appetite for T-shirts remains robust, with consumption expected to grow steadily over the next decade, albeit at a moderate pace. However, the market is witnessing a significant shift, with imports playing an increasingly dominant role as domestic production falters. A recent market ana... Read more
China's neo-luxury era redefines consumer aspirations
As China's affluent consumers mature, a there is a shift in the luxury market. The days of conspicuous consumption and Western-centric status symbols are fading. A new ‘Neo-Luxury Era’ has emerged, driven by a demand for depth, authenticity, and cultural resonance. At the heart of this transform... Read more
Next Big Opportunity for Indian Textile &Apparel: Strategic focus on ke…
A compelling analysis by Sanjay K Jain, Chairman of the ICC National Textile Committee at the Indian Chamber of Commerce, shines a spotlight on a transformative opportunity for India's textile and garment export sector. His analysis into the top textile and apparel items imported by the USA from China in 20... Read more
Local brands challenge global titans amid evolving consumer demand in China…
China has consolidated its position as a powerhouse in the global sportswear market, driven by a growing middle class, increasing health consciousness, and government initiatives. The global sportswear market, valued at approximately $400 billion in 2023, is projected to reach over $600 billion by 2030, at ... Read more
Impact of reciprocal tariffs and how it’s reshaping global textile supply c…
The announcement of reciprocal tariffs by the US, even with the 90-day pause on those excluding China, has triggered a significant restructuring of global textile supply chains. This sector, characterized by its intricate and geographically dispersed production networks, is highly sensitive to trade policy ... Read more
Global Sourcing Expo 2025 to strengthen India-Australia textile ties
Julie Holt, Director, Global Business & Exhibition has led the expo since its inception in 2010. She is focused on developing the exhibition’s portfolio to assist more businesses realise cross border opportunities. Holt speaks about its growing importance for Indian textile business to increase th... Read more
EU vs. US Garment Imports: A tale of diverging trends
The global garment industry is a complex web of production, distribution, and consumption, with shifting trends and regional disparities shaping its landscape. A focal point in understanding this dynamic is the comparison between the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) in terms of garment imports... Read more
Green Thread: LEED certified RMG units boosting Bangladesh's exports
Bangladesh, renowned for its robust garment manufacturing sector, is undergoing a profound transformation towards sustainability. This evolution is underscored by the rapid proliferation of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified factories, marking a significant shift beyond sheer pro... Read more
Functional Fabric Fair Spring 2025 returns to Portland with expanded exhibi…
Functional Fabric Fair, powered by Performance Days, is set to return to Portland, Oregon, from April 14 to 16, 2025, at the Oregon Convention Center. This North America-exclusive sourcing event brings together more than 300 sustainable-certified suppliers, offering the latest in high-performance functional... Read more
Navigating the Maze: Wazir Advisors on US Tariffs' complex impact on Indian…
The US stands as an important export destination for the Indian textile and apparel (T&A) industry, with annual shipments reaching almost $10 billion. The recent imposition of tariffs by the US on imports creates a complex scenario, a double-edged sword offering a potential advantage while simultaneousl... Read more
Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 to see record participation with wave of new…
Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 are set to mark a powerful return from 21 to 24 April in Frankfurt, Germany, with exceptionally high registration numbers and a remarkable influx of new exhibitors. As the textile and apparel industries face turbulent market conditions driven by recession, sustainability deman... Read more
Global Textiles Wrap Up 2024, Outlook 2025: Year of resilience and transformation
Year 2024 has seen dynamic shifts and surprising resilience in the global textile sector. Despite facing numerous challenges, the industry demonstrated an i... Read more
Sustaining the 1.5°C Goal: The corporate imperative of COP28
“COP28, coined as 'the financial focus COP,' will centre its discussions on vital financial and investment matters, highlighting the pivotal involvement... Read more
The crucial role of mega textile hubs in establishing India’s global leadership
Dr S N Modani, Managing Director, CEO, Sangam India is also the Chairman of the Rajasthan Textile Mills Association. With 33 years of experience in the textil... Read more
Eurecat x Canmartex to develop predictive quality control systems for knitwear t…
Aracne's system uses photonics, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence to predict potential manufacturing defects before the fabric is made. This ... Read more
Growing demand from domestic, foreign players boosts India’s textile machinery b…
Heralding a textile revolution in India, the textile machinery industry is transforming from labor-intensive to a more modern and automated manufacturing ... Read more
Innovation key highlight at ITMA 2023
ITMA has announced it will continue to present and share innovative manufacturing technology and materials with the industry at its 19th edition in Milan.... Read more
Santoni launches new XT intarsia machine
Leading Italian circular knitting machine builder SantoniSpA has launched its new unique XT intarsia machine that combines all of the knitting possibiliti... Read more
Gartex Texprocess to be launched as a hybrid event
In conjunction with MEX Exhibition, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India will hold Gartex Texprocess India as a hybrid event. The event will scheduled alongs... Read more
Khadi products sales rise by 447% in FY2024-25: MSME report
From Rs 31, 154.19 crore in 2013-14, sales of ‘khadi’ (handspun and handw... Read more
Tiruppur’s knitwear exports to rise by 15% in FY25-26
Tiruppur's knitwear exports are projected to increase by 15 per cent in FY25-26. Thes... Read more
CHINA INSIGHTS
Amid unprecedented Non Woven growth, China revises mask quality standards
With the daily output of masks touches over 20 million, China introduces new standards for... Read more
China: Silk city Shengze is pilot zone for the world-class textile cluster
Shengze, home to the largest silk wholesale market known for silk and man-made s... Read more
Tech Bulletin- Challenges faced by spinners in evaluating the suitability o…
Spinners face multiple interrelated challenges while selecting and processing yarns f... Read more
Levy anti-dumping duties on VSY imports from China, urges TASMA
The Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association (TASMA) has urged the Textile and Commerce ... Read more
Tanzania Cotton Board, Karachi Cotton Association explore new export opport…
Led by Marco Charles Mtunga, Director General, a delegation from the Tanzania Cotton ... Read more
Seminar on export potential of MMF products to be held by Textile Associati…
The South Gujarat Unit of the Textile Association (India) is set to organize an insig... Read more
PHDCCI’s New Delhi conference addresses the growing potential of the MMF in…
Held by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), the conference titled, &ls... Read more
MLB makes UAE debut with flagship Dubai store, Apparel Group plans GCC expa…
Apparel Group has launched the first MLB store in the UAE, marking the South Korean s... Read more
Garment manufacturers in Indore collaborate with CMAI to showcase products …
Aiming to explore business opportunities in untapped domestic and international marke... Read more
US’ reciprocal tariffs pose significant challenges for Lesotho’s textile ex…
Recognized by the United Nations as one of the world’s least developed countrie... Read more
India’s leather, non-leather footwear and products’ exports may rise to ove…
Having increased by 25 per cent Y-o-Y to $5.7 billion in 2024-25, India’s leath... Read more
Kraig Labs nears completion of largest recombinant spider silk batch in US
Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, a US-based leader in spider silk technology, has announc... Read more
Gucci’s sales decline by 25% Y-o-Y in Q1, FY25
Sales of Kering's flagship brand, Gucci declined by 25 per cent Y-o-Y during Q1, FY25... Read more
Jonathan Anderson to design June Collection for Dior Men’s Fashion
Jonathan Anderson, who recently exited as the designer at Loewe, has been mandated wi... Read more
IAF welcomes pause in import tariffs on the clothing sector by the US
Welcoming the current pause in the implementation of a significant portion of import ... Read more