South Korean brands tap new markets
South Korea’s home-grown brands have been actively seeking opportunities in foreign markets. Samsung C&T’s fashion business is working on a plan to export its women’s apparel brand Kuho and men’s…
Fast Fashion fading as sustainable fashion emerges strong
"Whether it is Spring/Summer or Autumn/Winter, fashion changes every season and fashionistas across the globe are increasingly becoming obsessed with changing their clothes and style as per the latest offerings…
IAF to lead consortium for developing training course for buyers, manufacturers in Dhaka
The Conference on Sustainable Sourcing in the Garment Sector (SSGS) organized by the embassy of Netherlands in Dhaka in partnership with the International Apparel Federation (IAF) and the Bangladesh Garment…
Amsterdam to host Global Denim Awards this October
The 2016 Global Denim Awards will take place in Amsterdam on October 26. About 11 designers will present their looks to a panel of international denim experts. Among the 2016…
Bangladesh mulls tripartite council for labour issues
A permanent tripartite consultative council will be formed in Bangladesh to address labor-related issues. The council will have representatives from workers in the readymade garment sector and factory owners from…
Tirupur wants to triple business in three years
The Tirupur textile cluster hopes to reach a business of Rs one lakh crore in three years. India’s largest knitwear cluster did business worth Rs 36,000 crores in last fiscal.…
Bangladesh to remain top cotton importer till 2017: ICAC
With its volume increasing by 10 per cent to 1.2 million tonnes, Bangladesh is expected to remain the world's top importer of cotton in 2016-17. Following it is Vietnam that…
China’s textile millers looking at repositioning avenues in Pakistan
China’s textile millers in the Shandong province are in talks with their Pakistani counterparts for a possible repositioning in Pakistan, said Pak China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (PCJCCI)…
Many RMG units in South India catering to Dutch brands exploit workers
Workers in factories of South India that produce clothing for Dutch brands are exploited and poorly paid. Women get paid lower than men for doing the same work. Many garment…
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The Rise of Premiumization: A global shift in consumer behaviour
A new wave of consumerism is sweeping the world, and it's all about ‘premiumization’. Forget bargain hunting; shoppers are increasingly... Read more
China Shock 2.0: The textile & apparel industry's new wave of disruption
The term ‘China Shock’ refers to the significant economic impact felt across the globe following China's rapid integration into the... Read more
Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics Spring 2025 to focus on sustainability and…
After a successful Autumn Edition, where international visitor numbers surged, Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics is gearing up for its Spring... Read more
Growing apparel imports indicate early signs of demand revival in key markets: W…
Apparel imports in key markets have shown some recovery in Q1 2025 reveals Wazir Advisors ‘Q1 FY25 Wazir textile &... Read more
India's natural fiber leadership in spotlight at Natural Fiber Connect 2024
India's pivotal role in the global natural fiber industry took center stage at the Natural Fiber Connect (NFC) conference held... Read more
India’s home textile sector set for robust growth amid global recovery
The Indian home textile industry is on the cusp of a remarkable revival, with projections indicating an 8-10 percent sales... Read more
Yarn Expo Spring 2025 to focus on sustainability and innovation
Green yarn and fibre platform returns Yarn Expo Spring 2025 is set to take place from March 11-13 at the National... Read more
Bangladesh retains apparel orders despite unrest, but challenges remain
Bangladesh's recent political unrest, has tested the resilience of its garment industry, a cornerstone of the nation's economy. While some... Read more
EU's Green Push: Burden or opportunity for developing world's manufacturers?
As the global fashion industry prepares to embrace greener practices, manufacturers in low-income countries are feeling the heat of the... Read more
As demand for luxury brands cool-off in China, ‘pingti’ emerges as a change driv…
China, once a seemingly insatiable consumer of luxury goods, is experiencing a change in its relationship with high-end brands. Interest... Read more