Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Indonesia Moves To Halt Thrifting Of Imported Apparel Online

Textile Insights November 11, 2025

Indonesia has directed e-commerce platforms to remove online stores selling imported secondhand clothing as part of a broader effort to curb the growing thrifting trend, which the government says is hurting local businesses. MSME Minister Maman Abdurrahman said on Thursday that he had

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Walmart Partners With OpenAI To Launch AI-First Shopping Experiences

Textile Insights November 9, 2025

Walmart has announced a partnership with OpenAI to bring AI-first shopping experiences to customers and Sam’s Club members, enabling purchases directly through ChatGPT with Instant Checkout. The collaboration aims to transform retail from reactive to proactive, allowing AI to anticipate customer needs and simplify everyday shopping. “Traditional eCommerce experiences

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

H&M Invests In German Textile-Sorting Startup Reverse Fashion

Textile Insights November 9, 2025

H&M has invested in Berlin-based startup Reverse Fashion as part of the company’s pre-seed funding round, strengthening the fashion retailer’s push into circularity-focused technologies. Reverse Fashion develops automated textile-sorting systems using artificial intelligence, RFID and advanced image recognition to identify and sort used garments for reuse and

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India Is The New Runway: Small Labels Source Here Now: Noname Global

Textile Insights November 6, 2025

Small and mid-sized fashion brands across the US, Europe, and the Middle East are increasingly shifting apparel sourcing from China and Bangladesh to India, marking what industry analysts are calling “The Great Sourcing Shift.” Faridabad-based private-label manufacturer NoName Global has reported a 60% rise in inquiries from international labels in the past year,

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TechnoSport Debuts On Myntra’s M-Now To Boost Q-Commerce Growth

Textile Insights November 6, 2025

TechnoSport, one of India’s fastest-growing activewear brands, has announced its launch on M-Now, the hyper-speed delivery service by Myntra. The service currently enables 30-minute deliveries across Bengaluru, with expansion plans underway for Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Pune. The launch marks a significant step forward in TechnoSport’s aggressive expansion

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PUMA And Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team Unveil ‘Engineered For The Everyday’ Collection

Textile Insights October 19, 2025

Global sportswear giant PUMA and the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team have launched their latest collaboration, Engineered for the Everyday, a collection that merges track-inspired performance with everyday style and comfort. Designed for those who move with purpose, the range reflects the shared DNA of sport, innovation and luxury craftsmanship, featuring sleek cuts,

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Walmart Partners With OpenAI To Launch AI-First Shopping Experiences

Textile Insights October 19, 2025

Walmart has announced a partnership with OpenAI to bring AI-first shopping experiences to customers and Sam’s Club members, enabling purchases directly through ChatGPT with Instant Checkout. The collaboration aims to transform retail from reactive to proactive, allowing AI to anticipate customer needs and simplify everyday shopping. “Traditional eCommerce experiences

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Galeries Lafayette Set To Open Mumbai Flagship Store Next Month

Textile Insights October 19, 2025

Galeries Lafayette, one of the world’s most iconic department stores, is set to open its first Indian flagship store early next month at the historic Turner Morrison and Voltas House buildings in Mumbai’s Kala Ghoda district. The launch marks a defining moment in India’s luxury retail evolution, melding the French brand’s 130-year heritage with the […]

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Pantaloons Appoints Samantha Ruth Prabhu As Brand Ambassador

Textile Insights October 14, 2025

Pantaloons, one of India’s most trusted fashion brands, has appointed acclaimed actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu as its first-ever brand ambassador, marking a new chapter in the brand’s journey toward modern, trend-forward fashion. To celebrate, Pantaloons has launched its festive campaign, ‘Spark Your Imagination’, inspiring consumers to create their own fashion stories with

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FabriCare’s New Collection Elevates Festive Living Spaces

Textile Insights October 8, 2025

FabriCare by D’Decor has launched its latest festive collection, designed to bring warmth, elegance, and celebration into every home. The new range showcases luxurious velvet jacquards, plush chenilles, and refined woven upholsteries, ideal for the season’s décor transformations. Highlights include the Elysian Velvet with its 3D illusion effect, the intricate Textura