CENTRESTAGE, Hong Kong's premier international fashion extravaganza, concluded with a resounding applause on September 9, 2023, marking a spectacular moment for the fashion industry. Organized by Create Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), this event was not just a runway sh... Read more
Europe was and continues to be in pole position for western wear for men, women and children. A recent report by a research house IMARC Group titled “Europe Menswear Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2023-2028” reveals a CAGR of 4.5 per cent between 20... Read more
Hong Kong's own fashion sensation, REDEMPTIVE, by designer Wilson Choi took the spotlight at CENTRESTAGE Hong Kong 2023, unveiling its latest collection that seamlessly blended street style with sustainability. This vibrant collection featured an array of ready-to-wear apparel and accessories that not only ... Read more
As the curtains fell on the 2023 edition of CENTRESTAGE, Asia's premier fashion event, a sense of accomplishment and innovation permeated the air. The four-day extravaganza had not only showcased the latest in ready-to-wear apparel and accessories but had also emphasized sustainability as a cornerstone of t... Read more
Japanese fashion designer Emi Funayama and her brand FETICO made their Hong Kong debut at CENTRESTAGE 2023, Asia's leading fashion event. The brand was featured in the CENTRESTAGE ELITES show, which showcases the work of emerging designers from around the world. Funayama's collection for FETICO was inspire... Read more
The 2023 edition of Centrestage Hong Kong, Asia's leading fashion event, featured a special section titled "AI x Fashion Reimagined." This section showcased how artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to transform the fashion industry. One of the most notable exhibits in the "AI x Fashion Reimagined" se... Read more
Starting her journey from a small town in UP in India, Pavneet Kaur, to become the People's Choice winner at the Redress Design Award 2023 at Centrestage, Hong Kong. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, in a small town in Uttar Pradesh, India, a young designer's journey into the world o... Read more
Past mid-2023, there is a clear indication that the Indian textile industry is brushing off all setbacks and coursing a revival path. Traditionally the global textile manufacturing segment has traditionally been associated with China, US, the EU collective of France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal. Indi... Read more
India's textile and apparel industry holds immense potential, with the country being the second-largest exporter of textile and apparel products globally. Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) play a crucial role in boosting India's textile and apparel exports by eliminating or reducing tariffs and other trade... Read more
Textile and apparel circularity is a vital part of the sector’s sustainability goals and practicing circularity in textiles has significant implications for the Earth’s natural resources. When textile production is developed in a manner that links it to reverse logistics, capacities could then i... Read more
The textile and apparel sector is rapidly aligning with other manufacturing sectors to increase sustainability and decrease its carbon footprint. In a world full of colors, shades, hues and tints, fabric manufacturing that includes dyeing is not only one of the two main action points but also the single mos... Read more
The impact of climate change is here and how. Random flooding is commonplace and summer heat waves are the new normal. From the US to Australia, from Japan to Germany, climate change the new reality the world is grappling with alongside inflation, political conflict and wave after wave of uncertainty.... Read more
IFCO Istanbul Fashion Connection marked its fourth edition with resounding success. The event, held from August 9 to 11 in Istanbul, showcased the city's growing prominence in the global fashion business. The numbers tell the story: a remarkable 30% increase in both exhibitors and visitors, including ... Read more
The Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics event of August 2023 provided a comprehensive snapshot of the textile industry's current state, with a particular focus on China. The event demonstrated that while challenges exist, opportunities for growth, sustainability, and innovation continue to shape the indus... Read more
The Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition 2023 transcended expectations with its record international attendance, robust business results, and a spotlight on the transformative trends reshaping the textile industry. With digitalization, sustainability, and functional fashion at the fo... Read more
CENTRESTAGE, the annual Asian fashion extravaganza, commenced today with an exciting four-day lineup at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event's first two days are reserved exclusively for buyers, while the remaining two, from September 8th to 9th, are open to industry professionals... Read more
Recently, India’s textile industry has become one of the most visible sectors as it generated a series of reports that translated to a roller-coaster ride, now up, now down. As the world’s fifth largest economy, India’s contribution to the global textile market as of 2023 is a mere 4 per c... Read more
Donear Group, India's premier lifestyle and fashion house, has raised the bar for men's fashion by unveiling its acclaimed product line at AsiaTex'23, hosted at the JWCC (Jio World Convention Centre), BKC, from August 31st to September 2nd, 2023. A prestigious showcase AsiaTex'23, organized by the Hindust... Read more
Since 2020, Bangladesh, despite its tremendous effort at trying to maintain a steady supply of apparel exports to client markets, is experiencing numerous setbacks and headwinds that are stressing out manufacturers and exporters alike. However, the country has continued retaining its position as the world&r... Read more
Last week, The Gap Inc. released its fiscal results for Q2 2023 ending in June. The lifestyle conglomerate ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $1.4 billion, an increase of 91 per cent over previous year. A dive into details of fiscal performance shows in most segments, decrease is the common... Read more
Western fast fashion buyers had a profitable run with Pakistan as a readymade garment manufacturing hub for exports. A buoyant industry, availability of locally grown cotton and of course cheap labour was just the successful mix that Pakistan offered. And for Pakistani garment exporters and their worldwide ... Read more
Asian readymade garment manufacturers have a solid reason to be stressed as the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles is being put forward with renewed vigor and commitment. The strategy in itself is renewing standards in the production and consumption of textiles as well as protecting the right... Read more
As the ever-changing world of the internet becomes even more high-tech, a hugely attractive alternative to social media is now the virtual-reality world of Metavers an endless and interconnected virtual community where people can meet, work, and play in a computer-generated environment. The fash... Read more
Vu Ba Phu, Director General, Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade), on the new trade show VIATT and its association with Messe Frankfurt
“The Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade) recognized the need for an international trade exhibition in Vietnam and approached Messe Frankfurt to organize it. The event, Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) aims to strengthen trade relations between China and Vietnam, as well as other countries in the region. It is expected to be an annual event and will showcase a wide range of products, including home interiors, textiles, garments, fabrics, and garment technology. The goal is to create a collaborative environment rather than a competitive one, with the aim of benefiting the entire Asian textile industry”.
Alexandro Barberis Canonico, President, Milano Unica, on impact of the pandemic on the textile industry and the return of Milano Unica to the Intertextile Shanghai fair.
“Market is slowly recovering and luxury products are still performing well. Italian manufacturers are focusing on niche markets and special fibers, such as cashmere and vicuna. Creativity and sustainability are important factors for Italian manufacturers, who are investing in the Chinese market. The exhibition response has been positive, with better figures than in 2019. The trends in the Chinese market are about functional fabrics and the use of natural fibers”.
Yuko Watanabe, Director International Communication, JFWO on business scenario in japan
“Japanese domestic market, particularly in the department store and textile industries, is facing challenges due to the pandemic and rising costs. Although, online shopping is growing but offline stores are struggling. The weak yen has made exporting raw materials to China and other countries less profitable, while importing goods has become expensive. The tourism industry has also been affected, with only wealthy tourists able to travel to Japan, international tourism can help the domestic market to some extent, but it is not enough to fully recover”.
Kim Bu-Heung, General Director of Korea Textile Center, on business with Chinese market
“China had been a significant investment destination for Korean enterprises. However, the current low demand in China has translated into reduced exports and investment returns. This underscores the shift in China's textile landscape and its impact on neighbouring countries”.
Joshua Lane, Regional Director - Asia at Holland & Sherry, on Intertextile and the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent changes in market dynamics.
The Intertextile provided a valuable opportunity to assess market conditions, observe competitors, and gauge the recovery of the Chinese economy in the textile sector. 2023 has been marked by a more subdued global textile market, with China experiencing a slowdown, but not entered a recession but was gradually tapering off its growth trajectory. For the textile sector, however, globally the trend was still upward, with a growing demand for custom-made clothing from reputable European brands.
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