The Carreau du Temple in Paris hosted Blossom Premiere Vision on December 11-12, 2024, attracting 1,242 visitors to the exclusive event dedicated to pre-collections for premium and luxury fashion brands. Held in the heart of the Haut Marais, a district rich in textile and fashion heritage, the event brought together 86 international suppliers, including 15 new exhibitors, from leading fashion countries such as Italy, France, Japan, and the United Kingdom.

Blossom Premiere Vision showcased Spring-Summer 2026 textile, leather, and accessories pre-collections, offering attendees the opportunity to engage with 86 top-tier experts from across the globe. The event’s growing success reflects its strong appeal, with increased visitor attendance and a larger exhibitor base, underscoring the demand for high-quality craftsmanship in fashion. The theme of craftsmanship, central to this edition, was highlighted in an engaging weaving demonstration led by expert Stephanie Lacoste.

The event also featured the second edition of Blossom PV Workshops, offering invitation-only sessions that provided an in-depth preview of the upcoming season’s materials. Focused on innovation, eco-friendly solutions, and creative designs, the workshops facilitated valuable exchanges between Premiere Vision fashion experts and luxury brands.

Florence Rousson, President of the Premiere Vision Management Board, expressed her satisfaction with the event's success, noting the importance of these interactive sessions in fostering meaningful dialogue amid challenging market conditions. Blossom Premiere Vision will return on June 4-5, 2025, presenting the Autumn-Winter 2026-2027 season.

The Textile & Apparel 360° Report 2024 by Groyyo Consulting highlights transformative trends shaping the $1.53 trillion global textile and apparel (T&A) market by 2033. With a projected CAGR of 5.8 per cent, the report underscores the growing importance of innovation, sustainability, and localization, spotlighting India's potential as a key player.

China remains the global leader in T&A exports, contributing 30 per cent of global apparel trade ($154 billion), while the EU-27 accounts for 41 per cent of readymade garment imports. Bangladesh and Vietnam sustain strong positions in apparel exports, while the EU and US dominate global imports, collectively worth $265 billion.

India’s dual role as an importer and exporter is under the spotlight. Between 2019–2023, apparel exports to the US, UK, and UAE thrived, but textile imports surgedyarn imports rose 11 per cent, and knit fabrics 4.7 per cent. This highlights challenges for local industries. India accounts for 4 per cent of global T&A exports, with yarn and fabric exports growing by 2 per cent and 1 per cent, respectively, between 2019 and 2023, although fiber exports declined by 4 per cent during the same period.

On the import side, rising demand for synthetic fibers led to an 11 per cent surge in yarn imports, while fiber imports decreased by 5.6 per cent, reflecting strengthening domestic production capabilities.

Growth in the sector is further driven by initiatives like ‘Make in India’ and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme, which are enhancing technical and sustainable textile production while reducing dependence on imports.

“India’s integration into the global textile ecosystem presents tremendous opportunities for sustainable growth,” said Pratik Tiwari, Co-Founder, Groyyo.

The report calls for leveraging digital innovation, SME capacity-building, and government policies to solidify India’s position in the evolving global supply chain.

Alibaba Group announced it will sell its department store unit, Intime, to a consortium led by textiles firm Youngor Fashion and some of Intime's management for 7.4 billion yuan ($1.02 billion).

The sale, part of Alibaba's restructuring strategy, follows Intime's struggles amid a decline in Chinese consumer spending postCovid-19.

Alibaba expects to incur a 9.3 billion yuan loss on its initial investment in Intime.

Luxury department store Liberty has teamed up with Adidas to launch its debut sneakers collection. Set to launch on January 10, 2025, this collection, featuring vintage Liberty prints, reimagines classic Adidas silhouettes, including the Gazelle, Stan Smith, Campus 00, and Country OG styles.

Of these, the Gazelle features vibrant floral embroidery, paired with off-white stripes and gum soles for a fresh, botanical-inspired look. Meanwhile, tailored for kids, the Stan Smith strikes a balance between playfulness and sophistication with its deep navy floral design paired with intricate detailing.

In addition to the footwear, the two brands also plan to launch a co-branded apparel collection combining Adidas’s sporty aesthetic with Liberty’s artistic heritage is slated for release later in 2025. This Liberty London x Adidas Collection will be available at select retail locations, online, and via Adidas.com.

This launch follows Liberty's recent collaborations, including a limited-edition SS24 summer capsule with womenswear label The Fold, featuring designs inspired by its archival prints. Liberty’s floral motifs also starred in a Regency-inspired Bridgerton fabric collection and collaborations with brands like Puma for a print-focused streetwear line, and kidswear brands Trotters and Peppa Pig.