Intertextile Shenzhen 2025: Redefining South China’s fashion landscape
Following the triumph of its 2024 edition, which drew nearly 20,000 visitors from 45 countries, Intertextile Shenzhen is set to return from 11–13 June 2025 at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center (Futian). This year’s edition promises a broader scope with the introduction of two exc... Read more
The Great American Jeans Race: A 2024 market share track record
Jeans, the quintessential American garment from cowboys to rock stars, rebels to runway models, denim has woven itself into the fabric of American culture. But in the ever-evolving fashion landscape of 2024, which brands are dominating the closets of the US? Table: Brands and their market share ... Read more
China's lingerie sector faces uncertain future as US considers de minimis c…
The fate of Guanyun County, a rural community that has become a hub for China's online lingerie trade, hangs in the balance as the US considers eliminating a key tariff exemption. Dubbed ‘Victoria's Secret Town’, Guanyun's rapid growth has been due to the de minimis rule, which allows packages... Read more
President Trump sparks fashion industry revolution with bold new policies
In a landmark presidential address, President Trump unveiled a sweeping set of policy initiatives aimed at revitalizing the American fashion, apparel, and textile industries. The announcements sent shockwaves through the sector, promising significant changes to manufacturing, sustainability, and labor pra... Read more
The future of consumption, McKinsey predicts major changes by 2050
A new report by McKinsey & Company highlights the global consumption patterns, forecasting significant transformations in how and what the world consumes by 2050. The report, titled ‘Global Consumption Outlook to 2050’, utilizes extensive data analysis and modelling to reveal a world grapp... Read more
Concerns mount as foreign apparel floods the Indian market
A wave of imported apparel is causing growing anxiety among India’s domestic clothing manufacturers. Industry leaders and trade associations are sounding the alarm as foreign-made garments, particularly from China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, increasingly capture the Indian market. Ri... Read more
Premiere Vision New York concludes with resounding success
Innovation and sustainability dominate discussions The latest edition of Premiere Vision New York, a key event for fashion and creative professionals, wrapped up with outstanding results. Held over two days, the event attracted 1,856 visitors from the fashion, textile, design, and creative industries, re... Read more
As RCEP reshapes textile and apparel trade, is it a missed opportunity for …
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has been in effect for over two years, and its impact on the textile and apparel industry is becoming increasingly clear. The free trade agreement, covering 15 Asia-Pacific nations, has significantly altered trade flows in the sector, creating o... Read more
Birkin vs. Wirkin: When status met accessibility
The Wirkin phenomenon, a Walmart version of the iconic Hermès Birkin bag, sparked a debate about accessibility, status, and design ethics in the world of luxury fashion. The Birkin’s Legacy The Hermès Birkin bag, handcrafted from the finest leathers and often adorned with precious me... Read more
European Jeanswear showdown, a battle of the brands in 2024
The European jeanswear market is a fiercely competitive space, with numerous established manufacturers, brands and emerging contenders vying for the top spot. 2024 has seen some interesting shifts in market share, driven by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and innovative marke... Read more
Amazon's ‘Try Before You Buy’ Ends: A look back at its impact on fashion e-…
Amazon has announced it will be ending its ‘Try Before You Buy’ program on January 31, 2025. This marks the end of a six-year experiment that allowed Prime members to order clothes, shoes, and accessories and try them on at home before committing to a purchase. Launched in 2018 as an expansio... Read more
Reebok launches performance golf apparel range with SCI
Authentic Brands Group has partnered with Sports Casuals International (SCI) to introduce a Reebok-branded performance golf apparel line for men and women. The collaboration will involve design, manufacture, and distribution of the collection by SCI, while Reebok Design Group (RDG) will handle the devel... Read more
Secondhand Soars: Resale market outperforms traditional retail in 2024, Con…
In a year marked by economic uncertainty and a growing awareness about sustainability, the secondhand market has emerged as a clear winner. New data from Consumer Edge, a leading provider of global consumer insights, reveals that resale spending outpaced traditional retail throughout 2024. This trend, dri... Read more
Indian textile and apparel exports show strong growth in Q4 2024
Latest CITI analysis reveals India's textile and apparel sector clocked in robust export growth in December 2024. Both textiles and apparel registered double-digit growth compared to the same period last year, signalling a positive trend for the industry. December textile exports on the upswing Textile ... Read more
European Jeanswear showdown, a battle of the brands in 2024
The European jeanswear market is a fiercely competitive space, with numerous established manufacturers, brands and emerging contenders vying for the top spot. 2024 has seen some interesting shifts in market share, driven by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and innovative marketing s... Read more
Global Textiles Wrap Up 2024, Outlook 2025: Year of resilience and transformation
Year 2024 has seen dynamic shifts and surprising resilience in the global textile sector. Despite facing numerous challenges, the industry demonstrated an i... 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
Sri Lanka apparel exports rise 5%, focus on vertical integration
Sri Lanka's apparel exports rebounded in 2024, reaching $4.7 billion, marking a... Read more
Renewable Materials Conference 2025: Driving the transition to a fossil-fre…
The Renewable Materials Conference (RMC) will return from September 22-24, 2025... 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
Scoop showcases Spanish designers at upcoming A/W25 edition
Scoop, the UK's leading fashion trade show, is set to spotlight Spanish designe... Read more
Europe’s textile PROs join forces to harmonize EPR implementation
European PROs and business associations join forces to promote best practices a... Read more
CSDDD Handbook calls for clear, practical textile guidelines
Policy Hub, the Social and Labor Convergence Program, Fair Wear Foundation, and... Read more
Green Theme Technologies appoints Courtney Harold as Head of Marketing
Green Theme Technologies (GTT) has announced the appointment of Courtney Harold... Read more
Pharrell Williams opens Paris Fashion Week with Louis Vuitton-inspired mens…
This year, Paris Fashion Week opened with a menswear show by Pharrell Williams ... Read more
Global cotton industry to counter significant challenges in 2025
With production continuing to outpace demand, the global cotton industry is set... Read more
Allow import of raw materials without LCs or on FOC basis: BKMEA urges NBR
The Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) has urg... Read more
Vardhaman Textiles records 31.44 % rise in consolidated net profit in Q3, F…
Vardhaman Textile’s consolidated net profit increased by 31.44 per cent t... Read more
Cone Denim partners Juan Carlos Gordillo and Jeanologia on a new denim coll…
Cone Denim has partnered with Guatemalan designer Juan Carlos Gordillo and sust... Read more
Pakistan’s textile exports to rise to $19 billion in FY25: Analysts
From $16.7 billion in FY24, Pakistan’s textile exports are likely to incr... Read more
NITMA urges PM Modi to cur bunder-invoiced synthetic knitted fabric imports
The Northern India Textile Mills Association (NITMA) has raised alarm over unde... Read more
Nobody’s Child enters fashion resale in partnership with Reskinned
Sustainable fashion brand Nobody’s Child has entered the growing resale m... Read more
Spanx LLC unveils Spanxsculpt Redefine featuring Lycra FitSense denim techn…
Spanx LLC has unveiled a new groundbreaking denim collection that combines cutt... Read more
Walmart launches pilot programs to enhance US supply chain operations
Walmart has launched new strategic pilot programs with three India-based startu... Read more
EU to set up textile recycling facility in Estonia
The European Union plans to set up a major textile recycling facility in Sillam... Read more