Indian retail landscape transforms data privacy reigns supreme
A new report, ‘Voice of the Consumer Survey 2024’ by PwC India, reveals a seismic shift in the Indian consumer landscape. As digitalization accelerates, consumers are becoming increasingly discerning about where they spend their money and whom they trust with their personal data. The surv... Read more
Heatwave Hues: Summer's scorching temps are reshaping denim
Summer's sizzling temperatures are prompting a shift in denim fashion, with a focus on lightweight fabrics, looser fits, and moisture-wicking technology. Consumers are demanding comfort and coolness, and designers are responding with innovative approaches to the classic material. Lighter fabrics for breath... Read more
Union Budget benefits MSME-based textile Industry and leather exports
The Indian government has increased the Budget allocation for textile sector schemes by 28 per cent to Rs 4,417.03 crore for the fiscal year 2024-25. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a significant increase in funding for cotton procurement, the National Technical Textile Mission, the Integrated&nbs... Read more
E-commerce Exports Boom: China Leads, India poised to take off
E-commerce exports are growing globally, transforming how businesses reach international customers. But which country reigns supreme in this digital trade arena? China tops the charts China takes the crown for the largest volume and value of exports through e-commerce. Estimates suggest China's e-commerce... Read more
Indian Textile Exports: A mixed bag with a downward trend
India's textile sector, has hit a rough patch in recent months. While there are bright spots, overall exports have declined. And the slump is being felt across sectors. An analysis of the Ministry of Commerce data reveals a 4.2 per cent year-on-year decline in textile exports for the first 11 month... Read more
Apparel Revolution: Tech, sustainability and comfort reshape the industry
The apparel industry is undergoing a metamorphosis, driven by a confluence of consumer demands and technological advancements. Products are becoming smarter, greener, and designed for a life on the move. Transformational trends reshaping apparel Sustainable fabrics: Consumers are incre... Read more
Sustainable Stitches: Shirt industry sews a greener future with eco-fibers
The cotton shirt, a wardrobe staple for generations, is facing a new challenge: man-made fibers (MMF). This shift in the global shirt industry is driven by a confluence of factors – functionality, affordability, and ever-evolving fashion trends. A balancing, cost vs performance Cotton reigns supreme... Read more
Patagonia: Walking the tightrope between profit and saving the planet
Patagonia, the outdoor apparel giant, is facing a unique challenge: how to be a successful business while prioritizing environmental well-being. This struggle, known as the ‘Patagonia Paradox’, highlights the inherent tension between traditional business models focused on growth and sust... Read more
India's apparel brands increase sourcing from Bangladesh
For decades, Indian apparel brands and retailers relied primarily on domestic sourcing. However, in recent years, there's been a significant shift towards Bangladesh. This trend, spurred by several factors, is transforming the landscape of the Indian apparel market. Bangladesh a cost-competitive ed... Read more
Pure London x JATC festival kicks off with a splash of style
Pure London x JATC, the UK's leading fashion trade event, opened its doors to a vibrant atmosphere at Olympia London. The event showcased the latest Spring/Summer 2025 collections for retailers from across the globe. Buyers impressed by breadth of offerings Buyers, representing independents, department ... Read more
Stanford Study: Refashioning sustainability in the apparel industry
x`x` A recent Stanford University study ‘How the Apparel Industry Could Refashion Itself with Sustainability in Mind’ highlights the need for the apparel industry to embrace sustainability. The research points to the rise of fast fashion – cheap, trendy clothing with a short lifespan &nda... Read more
Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris 2024 concludes
The summer edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris featured nearly 1,200 exhibitors from 26 countries. Despite various challenges, the event introduced several new features and maintained a dynamic atmosphere. The next edition is set for February 10-12, 2025, at the partially renovated Paris-Le-Bourget... Read more
The Future of Shopping: Bricks, clicks, and beyond, Forrester Report unveil…
Forrester, a leading research firm, has released a report outlining the future of retail, revealing a dynamic landscape driven by both physical stores and online channels. The report, ‘Global Retail E-Commerce Forecast, 2024 To 2028,’ predicts significant growth in both sectors, with strategic... Read more
Consolidation and sustainability mark the way forward for Italian fashion i…
The fashion industry is in a whirlwind of consolidation. From luxury giants to high-street favorites, brands are merging, acquiring, and forming strategic partnerships at an unprecedented rate. This trend reflects a dynamic shift in the fashion landscape, driven numerous factors. For example, in August 20... Read more
China's textile and apparel exports show strong growth in May
China's textile and apparel exports witnessed significant increase in May 2024, according to converted export volume data. All three major segments – fibers, textiles, and clothing – displayed growth compared to both the previous month and the same period last year. Finished fabric products l... Read more
The Unraveling Stitch: Why fashion brands and retailers fall apart
The fashion industry, seemingly obsessed with staying ahead of the curve, is riddled with stories of once-dominant brands and retailers falling apart at the seams. While economic downturns can take their toll, the reasons for collapse are often a complex mix of strategic missteps and a failure to ad... Read more
India's apparel brands increase sourcing from Bangladesh
For decades, Indian apparel brands and retailers relied primarily on domestic sourcing. However, in recent years, there's been a significant shift towards Bangladesh. This trend, spurred by several factors, is transforming the landscape of the Indian apparel market. Bangladesh a cost-competitive ed... Read more
Slow Fashion on the Rise: A critical look at the sustainable style movement
Fast fashion's grip on the clothing industry may be loosening, as a growing movement – slow fashion – takes root. Fast fashion, with its emphasis on cheap, trendy clothes and frequent turnovers, has dominated for decades. However, a growing awareness of its environmental and social costs... 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
Diana Wyman resigns as Executive Vice President, AATCC
After five years of holding the position, Diana Wyman has resigned from the post of E... Read more
Deckers Brands projects 10% growth in FY25 net sales to $4.7 billion
US-based footwear giant Deckers Brands expects net sales during the entire FY 25 to g... 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
Focus Brands partners with Reebok to distribute outerwear products in UK an…
The brand licensing division of Hela Apparel Holdings, Focus Brands has entered into ... Read more
Archroma wins EcoVadis Gold for sustainability
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has achieved a Gold rating from Eco... Read more
United States to emerge as the world’s largest cotton exporter in 2024/25
With production rebounding, the United States is expected to reclaim its status as th... Read more
World Emblem launches innovative Flexbroidery patches
World Emblem, the leading emblem and patch manufacturer, introduces Flexbroidery, a n... Read more
Trident reports 21% decline in consolidated net profit in Q1, FY25
Textile manufacturer Trident reported a 21 per cent decline in consolidated net profi... Read more
PCGA reports decline in cotton production during 2024-25
For the current season, Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) reported a signifi... Read more
Orders for Bangladesh exporters decline as energy and production costs incr…
Ongoing energy crisis coupled with rising operating costs and shipment delays have le... Read more
CFW, UFW team up for Spring/Summer 2025 edition
Marking the fifth season of their collaboration, Copenhagen Fashion Week (CFW) and Uk... Read more
CNMI increases number of shows at Milan Fashion Week to 58
Organiser of Milan Fashion Week, Camera della Moda (CNMI) has increased the number of... Read more
Decathlon to acquire Spanish e-tailer TradeInn
Six months after its acquisition of the German e-tailer Bergfreunde, Decathlon plans ... Read more
Carbios to supply polyester to Nouvelles Fibers Textiles’ plant in France
A pioneer in biological technologies for plastic and textile recycling, Carbios ... Read more
Knit Core to launch 3D knitwear collection for A/W 2024
German knitwear manufacturer Knit Core plans to launch its first seamless 3D knitwear... Read more
Textile sector boosted by 28% budget increase: NITMA
India's textile sector is set for substantial growth with a 28 per cent budget increa... Read more
Future Fabrics Expo unveils new methods to promote textile recycling and dy…
UK’ leading sustainability exhibition, the Future Fabrics Expo unveiled innovat... Read more
Nike investors demand justice for unpaid garment workers
As the Olympic Games approach, a coalition of human rights advocates and major Nike i... Read more
Orange O Tec to launch new digital textile printing machine at GartexTexpro…
A pioneer in digital textile printing, Orange O Tec will launch its ‘Made... Read more