Fashion designer Anish Malpani of ‘Without’ label won the 5th Circular Design Challenge (CDC), India’s biggest sustainability award organised by R|Elan, the next-gen fabric brand of Reliance Industries and held in association with the United Nations. The challenge culminated with a finale show
The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) organised a panel discussion under its ‘Achievers Club’ initiative which discussed the success of Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) brands in India. Panelists of the discussion on ‘Transforming Business and the Future’ included Anurag Singh of Aachho, Siddharth Dungarwal of Snitch, and Mahesh Tekwani of
The number of Vietnamese students enrolling to study courses in garmenting technology has fallen sharply, following workers and staff being laid off after the Covid-19 pandemic began Students have been psychologically affected by the phenomenon of workers in this industry being fired by businesses during and after the Covid-19 outbreak. This phenomenon has resulted in […]
Nike continues to be most desired brand among US teenagers for both, apparel and footwear categories, taking a 35 percent mindshare in clothing and 61 percent in footwear. This was revealed in a bi-annual survey done by investment bank, Piper Sandler of 9,000 US teens, which also informed that teen spending dropped 1 percent to […]
The latest developments in alternatives to per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are showing promise for use in the manufacture of performance apparel. Textile and clothing brands are facing pressure to innovate as legislation builds against the use of PFASs. Performance apparel brands are facing a major challenge as lawmakers worldwide are strengthening regulations
European fashion giant Mango is embracing digital transformation with Lisa, its conversational AI platform. Lisa, developed in under nine months, leverages both private and open-source AI models. It resembles a ChatGPT interface and will enhance various aspects of Mango’s operations, from collection development to after-sales service. Mango’s broader
Global apparel giant UNIQLO opened its highly anticipated inaugural store in Mumbai on October 6 at Phoenix Marketcity in Kurla. This new store promises Mumbaikars a unique shopping experience, featuring LifeWear, UNIQLO’s commitment to crafting perfect clothing that caters to the diverse demands of daily lifestyles. Tomohiko Sei, Chief Executive Officer of UNIQLO
Indian ethical clothing brand Dressfolk has announced a significant milestone in its growth journey, raising Rs 3.3 crore in a seed round of funding. The funding round was spearheaded by All In Capital, with participation from notable strategic investors such as Sidhant Keshwani of Libas, Sidhesh Chauhan of Jade Blue and Riju Jhunjhunwala of RSWM […]
Reliance Brands through its wholly owned UK subsidiary RBUK has entered into a joint venture with UK-based Superdry PLC. The JV will acquire Superdry’s intellectual property assets for India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. RBUK will own 76 percent and Superdry the rest of the JV entity and the consideration for the IP is £40 million. […]
National Council of Textile Organisations (NCTO) has applauded the actions of a bipartisan group of senators who are raising alarm about the impact of China’s predatory trade practices on the US textile and apparel industry. NCTO has called on President Joe Biden to lead a multi-agency effort to substantially step up enforcement and develop a […]