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Fashion's New Fit: Tailoring and alteration services stitch a story of…

From the runways of Paris to the digital storefronts of global e-commerce, the fashion industry is changing. As consumers increasingly prioritize personalized style, sustainable practices, and the perfect fit, the once-traditional sector is seeing a revitalization of the tailoring and alteration services ma... Read more

Luxury brands swap leases for deeds as global real estate strategy shi…

Luxury fashion houses are increasingly choosing to buy, not rent, the world’s most coveted retail spaces, marking a sharp shift in strategy aimed at securing prime locations, protecting brand prestige, and creating flagship experiences. As per Coresight Research’s new report ‘Luxury Rea... Read more

STAR Network joins hands with Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Act…

An inter-regional alliance of garment producer associations, The Sustainable Textiles of the Asian Region (STAR) Network, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainability by joining the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action, a UN Climate Change initiative. This action highlights the coll... Read more

More than a lookalike, 'dupe' culture is forcing premium brands to inn…

The $4.5 trillion global luxury market is under siege, not just from the traditional counterfeiters operating in back alleys and illicit online forums, but from a new, more sophisticated challenger: the ‘dupe’ retailer. These brands, distinct from their counterfeit counterparts by not directly... Read more

Recycling at Risk: How virgin polyester growth threatens fashion’s gre…

The global fashion industry is facing a sobering contradiction. Even as some of the world’s largest apparel brands proudly champion their use of recycled polyester, the material’s overall share in global production is shrinking. A new analysis reveals that virgin polyester’s relent... Read more

Beyond the label, RepRisk flags human rights and environmental hazards…

The global apparel and textile industry, long celebrated for its role in democratizing fashion and creating jobs across continents, is under a new spotlight. A report titled ‘Anatomy of Supply Chain Risks’ by Zurich-based ESG data firm RepRisk has laid bare the systemic fragilities woven into ... Read more

Renewables, recycling, and resilience, fashion’s blueprint for Net Zer…

The mid-2025 stage is important. As the world inches toward 2030, the fashion industry finds itself at a crossroads between regretful delays and transformative potential. The Apparel Impact Institute’s (Aii) latest report, ‘Taking Stock of Progress Against the Roadmap to Net Zero (2025)&... Read more

Global apparel trade and retail show mixed but resilient outlook in Au…

The global apparel trade is showing a patchwork of resilience and volatility as the latest data from the Wazir Advisor’s ‘Global Apparel Trade & Retail Update Report for August 2025’. It highlights that while consumer demand remains robust in key markets, supply-side dynamics c... Read more

Intertextile Shanghai Autumn Edition kicks off with focus on innovatio…

Global textile and apparel industry's most anticipated event, Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition 2025 officially opened at the National Exhibition and Convention Center. To run until September 4, 2025, the three-day trade fair serves as dynamic hub for innovation, a baromet... Read more

Amazon's algorithmic price-parity policies face fresh legal challenges…

Amazon finds itself at the center of a new wave of legal and regulatory scrutiny in Europe, as two major actions challenge its long-standing price-parity policies. In the UK, a consumer group is spearheading a massive class action lawsuit on behalf of millions of customers, while in Germany, antitru... Read more

Global supply chains scramble in 2025 as US tariffs drive frontloading…

Year 2025 has seen the global textile and apparel industry facing unprecedented volatility, largely because of the unpredictable US tariff policies. While the World Trade Organization (WTO) has revised its 2025 global trade forecast upwards, this seemingly positive news masks a complex reality: a rise in ... Read more

'The BRICS+ Fashion Summit & MSF: A New Era for Global Fashion

The global economic landscape is undergoing a dramatic shift, with the BRICS+ bloc leading the charge. With combined purchasing power parity (PPP) GDP of $77 trillion in 2025, these nations are rapidly reshaping global trade, financial markets, and cultural trends. As their influence grows, a new force is... Read more

Made in America? Tariffs fail to spark a comeback in US apparel

The American fashion industry finds itself at a crossroads. What began as an attempt to ‘reshore’ production through punitive tariffs has instead reshaped the global sourcing map in ways Washington may not have anticipated. A new report reveals a stark paradox at the heart of the America... Read more

German textile and fashion industry grapples with persistent economic …

The German textile and fashion industry continues to pass through a challenging economic situation. An anticipated recovery remains elusive amidst falling turnover and strained operations as per recent data from the German Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) and statements from the Gesamtverband d... Read more

French consumers blinded by fast fashion's allure: Study

A recent study on French consumer habits in the fashion industry throws up a concerning picture, suggesting that the allure of ultra-fast fashion and fast fashion is leading consumers to spend more, acquire an excessive number of items, and even compromise on health and quality, often without realizing th... Read more

The great retail shift in the US, private labels emerge as new brand l…

Once a humble alternative for budget-conscious shoppers, private labels often called store brands have stealthily evolved into a commanding force in the American retail market. The days when they were dismissed as lower-quality knock-offs are gone. Today, private labels are a shopper’s savvy c... Read more

Indian textile sector braces for increased Chinese imports amid diplom…

Following high-level diplomatic engagements between Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a new chapter appears to be opening in the India-China trade relationship. While a basic summary of the meeting points to a renewed focus on dialogue to ease border tensio... Read more

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