Dubai emerges as the playground for global fashion
Dubai is fast evolving from a regional shopping hub into the central testing ground for global fashion expansion. The Emirate’s retail ecosystem is no longer defined solely by its iconic malls or tourist footfall; it has matured into a sophisticated laboratory where international and Indian br... Read more
AEPC petitions Vice President for urgent intervention amid U.S. trade crisi…
In a high-stakes appeal for the survival of India’s garment sector, the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) has formally approached the Vice President of India, C.P. Radhakrishnan. The industry body is seeking an immediate resolution to an escalating India-U.S. tariff dispute that threatens to dis... Read more
A Sector at Crossroads: Why India’s textile sector needs more than relief i…
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to table the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, few sectors are watching the clock as closely as textiles and apparel. Employing more than 45 million people directly and supporting millions more indirectly, the industry stands at a moment of deep uncertainty a... Read more
From Fibre to Power: China’s total takeover of Bangladesh’s textile inputs …
The restructuring of the Bangladesh textile sector, long one of the world’s most influential garment manufacturing ecosystems has moved far beyond a traditional rivalry between suppliers. What is unfolding instead is a deep and deliberate remapping of Bangladesh’s upstream fibre and fabr... Read more
India: A tale of two supply chains, apparel exports grow while textiles str…
India’s textile and apparel export performance in the first nine months of FY26 tells a story of quiet tension rather than collapse or boom. According to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry’s latest quick estimates, exports from the sector stood at $26.53 billion between April and De... Read more
CMAI integrates precision sourcing with new digital navigation at 82nd NGF …
The 82nd National Garment Fair (NGF) is set to transform Mumbai’s Bombay Exhibition Centre into the nerve center of the Indian apparel industry from January 20–22, 2026. This edition arrives at a critical juncture as domestic consumption emerges as the primary stabilizer for an industry... Read more
From tariff shocks to AI shopping, lessons from a year of two halves in fas…
As 2025 drew to a close, the global fashion and apparel industry gave a reminder that recovery is rarely uniform. What initially appeared to be a strong holiday quarter ultimately revealed a market split along clear lines. The final quarter of FY 2025, spanning October to December, underscored that ... Read more
Touch vs. Tech: How human expertise outperforms AI in fabric evaluation
In a world increasingly shaped by digital design, virtual sampling and AI-powered trend forecasting engines, the most reliable measure of textile quality remains defiantly analog: the human sense of touch. The ability of an experienced textile professional to interpret a fabric’s hand its tactile pe... Read more
From Shanghai to Paris: China’s GREENEXT Expo 2026 launches as a cross-indu…
Amid an accelerating global shift toward low-carbon economies and systemic industrial change, the official launch of GREENEXT Expo 2026 has been announced. As China’s premier cross-industry exhibition and summit platform dedicated to sustainable development, this edition is scheduled to take place in ... Read more
Brick-and-Mortar Strikes Back: How ‘Phygital Integration’ is beating ‘Pure-…
This feature marks the final installment of our special series, Wrap Up 2025 | Outlook 2026, exploring the tectonic shifts in global commerce. For a decade, the narrative of fashion retail was a eulogy for the physical store. The "Retail Apocalypse" was supposed to be the final chapter for brick-and-morta... Read more
The 2026 Apparel Business Blueprint: Moving from traditional mass productio…
This feature is part of our dedicated series, "Wrap Up 2025 | Outlook 2026," investigating the structural shifts defining the next era of garment commerce. The transition from 2025 into 2026 marks the end of the "trial era" for digital tools in the textile world. For decades, the industry operated on guess... Read more
The 2026 Global Textile Segments Outlook: From volume commodities to value-…
This report is the eighth installment of the "Wrap Up 2025, Outlook 2026" series, providing a definitive roadmap for the industry’s high-growth categories and regional shifts. The 2026 global textile landscape is defined by a decisive move away from general-purpose manufacturing toward specialized, h... Read more
From Smart Factory to Smart Business: How AI in 2026 is transforming T&…
The next feature, we present as part of our year-end series, 'Wrap Up 2025, Outlook 2026', as the global textile and apparel (T&A) industry closes the books on 2025,a year defined by aggressive tariff adjustments and a race for supply chain transparency—the sector is crossing a decisive commercial... Read more
Paperless or Powerless: Regulations as the new 'Digital Non-Tariff Barrier'…
As we present this feature as part of our year-end series, 'Wrap Up 2025, Outlook 2026', the global textile and apparel industry is clearly moving beyond a simple calendar change. We are entering a period of "Radical Transparency" where the core of international trade is being rewritten. For decades, the primary hurd... Read more
The Circular Yield Why 2026 is the year sustainability paid the dividend
As the global textile industry moves through the final quarter of the year, this feature serves as a cornerstone of our "Wrap Up 2025, Outlook 2026" series, charting the transition from experimental sustainability to scaled industrial reality. While 2025 was defined by the pressure to decarbonize, 2026 is e... Read more
The Great Decoupling: The global play and regional and country trade outloo…
This feature marks the second article in our exclusive series, "Wrap Up 2025 | Outlook 2026," where we dissect the structural shifts redefining the B2B textile and apparel landscape. As the final bobbins of 2025 spin to a halt, the global textile and apparel industry is not merely turning a page; it is bur... Read more
The Global Trade Landscape- Sourcing Reset, Resilience, Revolution: Macro d…
The Great Pull-Forward: A 2025 retrospective The global textile and apparel industry spent much of 2025 in a state of hyper-vigilance. Driven by a frantic response to geopolitical volatility, importers in North America and the European Union engaged in a massive inventory "pull-forward" to insulate their bot... Read more
Amazon built a $79 bn apparel empire, now it must learn to be a brand
For over a decade, Amazon has reigned over American fashion with a formula built on convenience, scale, and aggressive pricing. Today, that era of effortless growth is giving way to a new chapter, one that requires deeper brand-building, high-touch experiences, and a more sophisticated understanding of fa... Read more
India’s T&A sector navigates a "Mixed Bag" first half in FY26
The Indian textile and apparel industry is currently weathering a period of complex recalibration. According to the latest Wazir Textile & Apparel Index (H1 FY26), the sector's performance in the first half of the 2025-26 fiscal year presents a starkly divided picture: while apparel sales are surging,... Read more
Techtextil 2025: Mapping India’s transition to a global hub for value-added…
The conclusion of the 10th edition of Techtextil India in Mumbai marks a definitive transition for the country’s textile landscape, moving away from traditional garment manufacturing toward high-value, engineered solutions. Attracting over 9,000 visitors from 45 countries, the event underscored a s... Read more
China Wave returns to Pitti Uomo 109: Bridging the gap from global factory …
The landscape of international menswear is witnessing a structural shift as the ‘China Wave’ initiative returns to the 109th edition of Pitti Uomo in Florence. Scheduled for January 13–16, 2026, this strategic showcase at the Costruzioni Lorenesi represents far more than a simple trade ... Read more
The Second Life of 3D: Why this tech is more alive than ever in fashion
The fashion industry is no stranger to cycles of hype and disillusionment, and 3D technology has been no exception. At the recent PI Apparel NY event, a panel titled ‘3D is Dead. Long Live 3D’ laid bare the current sentiment surrounding this transformative technology. Far from declaring its de... Read more
VP Radhakrishnan urges modernization and FTAs as India’s apparel exports su…
Highlighting the textile sector's role as India's second-largest employer, Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan called for a strategic push toward Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and factory modernization to secure India's position as a global fashion powerhouse. Speaking at the AEPC Excellence Honours held a... Read more
Paperless or Powerless: Regulations as the new 'Digital Non-Tariff Barrier' defining the 2026 trade map
As we present this feature as part of our year-end series, 'Wrap Up 2025, Outlook 2026', the global textile and apparel industry is clearly moving beyond a simple calen... Read more
The Circular Yield Why 2026 is the year sustainability paid the dividend
As the global textile industry moves through the final quarter of the year, this feature serves as a cornerstone of our "Wrap Up 2025, Outlook 2026" series, c... Read more
The Great Decoupling: The global play and regional and country trade outlook
This feature marks the second article in our exclusive series, "Wrap Up 2025 | Outlook 2026," where we dissect the structural shifts redefining the B2B textil... Read more
The Global Trade Landscape- Sourcing Reset, Resilience, Revolution: Macro drivers for 2026
The Great Pull-Forward: A 2025 retrospective The global textile and apparel industry spent much of 2025 in a state of hyper-vigilance. Driven by a frantic resp... Read more
Future Fiber Demand and the Chemical Recycling Imperative: Global industry eyes India for next tech leap
The global textile industry is entering a period of exponential growth and profound technological transformation, according to key figures speaking at the Dor... Read more
Regenerative innovation and the Human-Centric future of textiles
The global textile industry is at a crossroads where mere efficiency and profit no longer guarantee survival. This was the central message delivered by Uday P... Read more
Beyond CMT: Collaboration, not competition, is India’s new growth strategy
The journey for India’s activewear industry to move "Beyond CMT" (Cut, Make, Trim) and capture the global premium mandate is not constrained by market demand or l... 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
Carbon-based materials outperform fossil-based counterparts in reducing GHG…
The Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) has released a definitive scientific report pro... Read more
Ralph Lauren expands with new store and debut Coffee shop in California
The January 20, 2026, inauguration of Ralph Lauren’s flagship store at Newport ... Read more
New Canopy platform to transform India into global hub for ‘Next Gen’low ca…
At the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21, 2026, environmental non-profit Ca... Read more
EU suspends GSP benefits for 87% of Indian exports
The Indian textile and apparel sector entered a high-stakes transition on January 1, ... Read more
ASEAN + 3 region to grow by 4.0% in 2026: AMRO Regional Economic Outlook
The ASEAN+3 region - comprising the ten Southeast Asian nations plus China, Japan, an... Read more
Lectra partners TextileGenesis to replace paper-based organic cotton record…
The global textile sector is entering a new era of accountability as the ‘green... Read more
Policy volatility threatens Bangladesh’s RMG competitiveness amidst yarn im…
A recent recommendation by the Ministry of Commerce to withdraw bonded warehouse faci... Read more
Centric Brands teams up with Palm Tree Crew to transform into a comprehensi…
New York-based Centric Brands LLC has entered a JV with the lifestyle collective foun... Read more
NIFT launches VisionNxt to reduce dependence on western trend agencies
As the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) celebrates its 40th anniversar... Read more
Guess announces strategic reset for Spring/Summer 2026 season
In a definitive move to recapture market share and navigate a volatile retail landsca... Read more
Bartolomeo Rongone to end tenure as CEO, Bottega Veneta in March 2026
Kering has confirmed, Bartolomeo Rongone, Chief Executive Officer, Bottega Veneta, wi... Read more
Francesca’s Boutique commences immediate liquidation of 450 stores
Houston-based specialty retailer, Francesca’s Boutique has commenced an immedia... Read more
Francesca’s Boutique commences immediate liquidation of 450 stores
Houston-based specialty retailer, Francesca’s Boutique has commenced an immedia... Read more
European fashion industry braces for operational disruptions as Trump annou…
The European fashion and luxury industry is bracing for a severe operational disrupti... Read more
Egypt plans integrated manufacturing complex in New October City
The Egyptian textile sector is undergoing a profound structural evolution, exemplifie... Read more
India-Oman CEPA operationalization to eliminate import duty on Indian T…
The operationalization of the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement... Read more
Sri Lanka apparel exports leverage social sustainability to secure global m…
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is formalizing a strategic transition from price-b... Read more
Golden age of haute couture ends as Valentino Garavani passes away at 93
The passing of Valentino Garavani at age 93 in Rome on January 19, 2026, marks the de... Read more
From mall to mobile: How licensed sports merchandise is reinventing retail …
The global licensed sports merchandise market is projected to hit $44.92 billion in 2... Read more
Shoshanah Fashions files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid tightening liquidit…
The recent Chapter 11 filing by Shoshanah Fashions, Inc in Massachusetts underscores ... Read more
Extreme volatility for the European fashion industry as President Trump pre…
The European fashion industry is entering a period of extreme volatility as US Presid... Read more
Global polyester fiber market to grow to $274.58 billion by 2035
As of January 2026, the global polyester fiber market has reached a valuation of $145... Read more
BGMEA, BKMEA challenge suspension of duty-free yarn imports
In a rare joint display of alarm, the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters ... Read more
EU and Mercosur sign partnership and interim trade agreements
In a decisive move against the rising tide of global protectionism, the European Unio... Read more
Muji to anchor the BPM redevelopment project in Paris
The Parisian retail landscape is entering a period of significant realignment as Muji... Read more
GAFI explores trade opportunities in the T&A sector in a meeting with H…
In a meeting with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Egypt’... Read more