Men’s spring–summer fashion was dominated by the preppy trend, with polo shirts remaining the top-selling item. Clean, slim silhouettes, colorful casual pieces, and raw denim replaced distressed...

Polo shirts, originating from French tennis wear, gained popularity through the Cool Biz movement, replacing neckties in men’s fashion. In Japan, layering styles, preppy and marine trends, and strong ...

In 2004, Inditex’s net profit rose 41% to €628 million, with international sales increasing 54%. Zara, its flagship brands, produces small batches to reduce risks, and create demands, launches 12,000 ...

RFID is a rapidly growing technology already used in inventory control, toll collection and event tracking. By linking physical products with digital data, it improves efficiency, transparency, and...

Seam engineering is a critical, often overlooked aspect of garment manufacturing, as thread accounts for 50% of seam quality. Correct thread selection, stitch type, seam construction, fabric...

Textile quota removal in 2005 reshaped global clothing trade, prompting safeguard agreements between China, the US, and EU. Hong Kong’s clothing industry adapted through offshore production, sourcing ...

A cotton yarn was chemically modified by sodium periodate oxidation and chitosan coating, forming Schiff’s base linkages. FTIR and SEM confirmed successful modification. The chitosan-coated yarn...

Low-temperature plasma technology modifies textile fibre surfaces improving hydrophilicity, hydrophobicity, adhesion and shrink-resistance while preserving bulk properties. Wool, cotton and synthetic ...

Optimising ring spinning productivity involves increasing ring frame speeds while maintaining yarn quality. Effective control of fibre properties, blending, preparatory processes, machine settings,...

Indian fashion blends heritage with modern style, reviving crafts like bandhani, kalamkari, and chikankari. Designer-artisan collaborations empower rural communities and preserve age-old techniques. ...