January 6, 2026
Overproduction has long been the industry’s playbook: Manufacture large volumes at a low piece rate, made possible by chasing the cheapest needle. But the results of this strategy are becoming harder to ignore. In some parts of the globe, mountains of textile waste can now be seen from space. And the outcomes for the workers […]
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November 24, 2025
Viscose, the original man-made cellulosic fiber (MMCF), has been around for decades, but there’s a newer fiber gaining attention and production capacity due to its even greener profile: lyocell. Like its relatives in the MMCF space, lyocell is made from wood. But what sets it apart is a closed-loop production process that recovers over 99 […]
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November 11, 2025
Apparel companies all know they should be more sustainable, and most do want to be. But sustainability can be difficult to achieve. It can be costly, hard to scale, and missteps can crush a company in the court of public opinion. Additionally, with consumers already tightening their purse strings, is sustainable fashion a sustainable business […]
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October 9, 2025
With the rapid growth in e-commerce, retailers increasingly collect and store customer data to deliver personalized shopping experiences. Yet without proper safeguards in place, unsecured data can introduce significant risk. In 2025 and 2024 alone, major retailers such as Dior, Adidas, The North Face, Cartier, Victoria’s Secret, Pandora and Chanel were hit by cyberattacks. In […]
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September 16, 2025
The circular fashion market is valued between $6 billion and $7.5 billion, with an annual growth rate of about 9 percent, indicating a shift toward sustainability. Such circular fashion challenges the traditional “take, make, dispose” model by offering solutions to the industry’s waste and environmental issues. These days, the novel material development is very active […]
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August 18, 2025
As the denim industry places greater emphasis on circularity and the full life cycle of a product, AGI Denim is emerging as a key player driving change through innovation and intentional growth. To build a more sustainable supply chain and manufacturing model, the Pakistan-based vertical denim manufacturer is investing in advanced technologies that deliver more […]
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July 24, 2025
Tariff laws can be sweeping, affecting entire industries—and countries—with the stroke of a presidential pen. And they can be just as quickly increased, or removed, causing increased confusion. But what is sometimes forgotten in the macro-economics of tariffs are the stories from small and medium-sized businesses. Beyond the monetary toll, how can one run a […]
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July 14, 2025
As the political and economic landscapes shift amid President Donald Trump’s escalating trade war, the fashion industry—like many others—is bracing for impact by tightening supply chain operations. To help navigate these disruptions, Computer Generated Solutions (CGS) released the 10th annual edition of its BlueCherry State of Supply Chain and Technology Report. Launched in March, the […]
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July 8, 2025
Leather—whether used in apparel, footwear, furniture or automobiles—has long been heralded for its timeless, durable and luxury qualities. As a byproduct of beef production, it is also considered a natural, sustainable material. But that doesn’t tell the whole story. Leather production starts back at the ranch, where cattle farming accounts for about 40 percent of all […]
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May 29, 2025
If Spanx’s recent collection launch is any indication, natural materials are the next big thing in shapewear. Customer centricity has been baked into the Spanx brand since its start 25 years ago, and recent market research efforts unearthed a demand for natural fibers. Responding to this feedback, Spanx set out to create shapewear that could […]
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May 7, 2025
Diversification has quickly turned from “nice to have” to “need to have” as an escalating trade war between the U.S. and China has made the industry’s number one manufacturing destination a more expensive choice. In a challenging climate, brands are also becoming more risk averse, and a broader sourcing map that goes beyond the “China […]
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April 29, 2025
Five years after the pandemic revealed the cracks in the industry’s sourcing strategies, the disruptions and uncertainties are far from slowing down. Brands are facing an onslaught of competing priorities, forcing them to simultaneously manage supply chain threats ranging from wars to trade wars. Masooma Zaidi, vice president sales and merchandising at Interloop Limited, compared […]
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April 9, 2025
Upscale legacy brands have a challenge when it comes to technology. How do you blend future-facing digital strategy with the timelessness of luxury? How do you balance exclusivity with digital-first accessibility? And how do you integrate omnichannel innovation into personalization, as well as the in-store experience? In this fireside chat for business hub Retail Rx, […]
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