In the ever-evolving realm of fashion, trends come and go, but one overarching theme has recently emerged: the convergence of material advancement and well-being cognizant of clothing industry trends. As end consumers become progressively mindful of the effect of their dress decisions on private well-being and prosperity, the interest in clothing items that focus on solace, usefulness, and manageability is on the ascent.  This article dives into the advancing scene of material development and its significant ramifications for the well-being and health of the both purchasers and laborers ..read more

This article is contributed by Ashish Gupta. Introduction As per the reports, about 97% of clothing ends up in landfill and 60% of them lands within 12 months [1]. With enormous rise in fast fashion in recent years has accelerated the contribution of greenhouse gases and currently the emissions stand at 8% to 10 % of total emissions. In the recent news breakout, when the news of Atacama Desert, Chile broke out of how fast fashion retailers are dumping clothes. And it has become one of the biggest dump yards of the apparel/textile sector in the world [2]. It's high time to stop snoozing the a ..read more

While leaving school for higher education it is often a tough choice that students find themselves in, especially in figuring out which career path to pursue from here onwards. Well, some might move towards engineering, some towards medical, some set their goals towards dedicating themselves to their motherland, and so forth.  Amidst, few students have always found art as their medium of expressing themselves to the world. While art encompasses a wide domain, one of its niche areas is fashion designing, which is something that students with a passion for fashion, creativity, style, and ..read more

In this article, we'll explore Ikat fabrics, focusing on the distinctions between single Ikat and double Ikat. Let's start by understanding what Ikat is. What is Ikat? Ikat is a technique that follows a form of tie-dye to create patterns on yarns before they are woven into fabric. These patterns emerge during the dyeing process, where the yarns are strategically bound and dyed to form specific motifs once woven. The resulting fabric made from these patterned yarns is known as Ikat fabric. For clarity, we'll refer to these as Ikat-dyed yarns. The difference between Ikat and double Ikat Let's un ..read more

In the apparel manufacturing industry, the concept of cross charging is crucial for accurately reporting the earnings of different lines or departments, especially when operators are transferred between production lines and departments. This process becomes necessary to manage the production flow and to balance workloads effectively across the factory floor. What is Cross Charging? Let's break down what happens with cross-charging using an example. Suppose Sophie is an operator who is normally assigned to Line-1, according to the payroll department. On a typical day, all of Sophie’s attendance ..read more

Design is a critical aspect of the fashion industry. Design plays a significant role in creating unique and desirable products, limited only by a person’s imagination. In the fashion industry, product design is not only limited to fashion items but to other aspects like production, marketing, research & development, etc. The term design is synonymous with create, execute, and construct. It consists of 7 key elements, colour, line, value, form, texture, shape & space, and all these elements combine to turn ideas into reality. Fashion is a creative undertaking that is not limited to the ..read more

Fashion trends appear and disappear quickly, so staying agile is a must for apparel businesses. The global fashion sector is set to grow to $1.79 trillion in 2024, pushing brands to innovate and improve their operations. Each phase, from the drawing board to the factory floor, needs sharp focus and solid teamwork across different groups and collaborators. As the industry changes, so too do the tools and software that help fine-tune these operations. Product lifecycle management (PLM) software stands out as a key tool for fashion businesses looking to improve their efficiency and gain a competi ..read more

Fashion’s transition to online retail continues to gain momentum, with UK online fashion sales reaching 28.8% of total sales, a significant increase from 20% in 2019. This shift underscores the importance of a robust social media strategy for fashion brands, as digital platforms become key channels for engaging consumers and driving sales. The Importance of a Social Media Strategy for Fashion Brands 1. Building Brand Awareness Building brand awareness is a foundational step for any fashion brand looking to establish itself in the competitive market. By leveraging social media platforms effecti ..read more

Winners Texprocess Innovation Award 2024 The winners of the 2024 Texprocess Innovation Award of the leading international Texprocess trade fairs have been announced. Six winners in three categories have received the coveted award for their pioneering research, new products, processes or technologies, processes or technologies. The award-winning innovations show that textile solutions are essential drivers for further developments in numerous industries. Dürkopp Adler  Dürkopp Adler receives the Texprocess Innovation Award in the category "Innovation for quality improvement" for its new ..read more

2024 marks a new dawn for eCommerce businesses and the challenges and opportunities it poses are immense. To remain ahead of the competition and remain successful in 2024, businesses need to implement best practices tailored to current consumer expectations as soon as possible to stay successful and thrive.  This article details key strategies eCommerce businesses should employ this year and beyond to secure sustainable growth and profitability. Image Source: Unsplash 1. Investing in Inventory Management Software eCommerce companies require efficient inventory management software to opti ..read more