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 Ro…
"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
Budget 2019-20: Textiles allocation reduced, FDI norms for single bran…
"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 appar…
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
The Japan observatory AW to showcase innovative fabrics at Milano Unic…
"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
Novelty, innovations, styles to boost future denim sales
"A study by the NPD Group in 2018 titled, ‘The Denim Evolution’ reveals, despite stiff competition denim remains a highly popular category with activewear having 24 per cent of total apparel sales while sales of men’s and women’s jeans making up 25 per cent sales. As per the study in 2018, Ameri... 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
12th Edition of Fashion Jewellery & Accessories to begin from 4th …
"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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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