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From satin to smart textiles, the rise of FDY in a changing market

In the complex world of polyester filament yarns, where POY (Partially Oriented Yarn) is the foundation and DTY (Drawn Textured Yarn) offers bulk and stretch, Fully Drawn Yarn (FDY) stands out as a finished, direct-use product with a unique and critical role. Unlike its counterparts, FDY's one-step, high-... Read more

Polyester’s reign vs. Lyocell’s strain, can green fibers survive?

The recent job cuts announced by Lenzing, a pioneer in sustainable cellulosic fibers, are a stark reflection of the complex challenges facing Europe's textile industry. While the global fiber market is growing, this growth is overwhelmingly driven by low-cost, high-volume production of synthetic fib... Read more

Indian Textile and Apparel Exports Hit Hard in September: As US tariffs tak…

The Indian textile and apparel industry has shown the first clear signs of being impacted by the new US tariffs, as export data for September 2025 revealed a significant decline. The figures, compiled by CITI, indicate that the US administration's decision to impose an additional 25% penalty on Indian goods... Read more

Fast, cheap, unstoppable, Shein shockwave hits Germany’s fashion retial

In a country known for its deep-rooted retail traditions, discerning shoppers, and a growing emphasis on sustainability, the rise of Shein, China’s ultra-fast fashion powerhouse stands out as one of the most striking retail stories of recent years. Once dismissed as a niche online brand catering to te... Read more

Europe’s Circular Turn: The Danish vision shaping a new industrial era

In a speech that captured both urgency and ambition, Danish MEP Rasmus Nordqvist stood before an audience of European policymakers, industry leaders, and sustainability advocates at a recent event hosted by the Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2025, and declared what may soon become the new mantra... Read more

“The US government’s economic data makes no sense. It’s a con.” says David …

“The US government’s economic data makes no sense. It’s a con,” declares David Birnbaum, strategic planner for the global garment export industry. “The United States under Donald Trump is joining the national GDP conmen — and is increasingly paying the cheater risk premiu... Read more

India's fiber sector spins a new thread of growth

India's clothing fiber sector is on the cusp of a revolutionary decade, moving beyond its traditional identity as a cotton powerhouse to embrace a future where technology, sustainability, and digital commerce form the new foundation of growth. Projected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6 p... Read more

Global Supply Chain Earthquake: The 100% ‘Trump Tariff’ and the scramble fo…

The imposition of an additional 100% tariff on all Chinese goods by President Donald Trump—a move that underscores the fickleness and high-stakes nature of recent U.S. trade policy—has triggered a seismic shift in the global textile and apparel industry. This sudden, massive hike, effective from... Read more

Trump's 100% Tariff on China: Why should Indian apparel exporters not view …

The announcement by President Donald Trump to impose an additional 100% tariff on all Chinese goods, on top of existing duties, marks a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war. This dramatic policy shift, characteristic of the President's recent history of abrupt and high-stakes trade decisions, ... Read more

Yarn Expo Autumn 2025: A premier international platform for the yarn indust…

Yarn Expo Autumn 2025 concluded a highly successful run, firmly establishing its position as the premier international platform for the yarn and fiber industry. The event successfully united over 22,000 visitors from 111 countries and regions with nearly 580 exhibitors, creating an unparalleled sourcing h... Read more

The Fashion Week of the Decade In Paris: A new chapter for the industry

The highly anticipated fashion week season, which came to a close recently in Paris, was not "business as usual". The numerous designer changes in Milan and Paris were met with high expectations, and according to Barbara Markert, co-Founder Weltreporter, founder LaSuite in a Linkedin post, they were lar... Read more

Tariffs Are Killing "Free, Open" Trade,The Human Cost of Uncertai…

In the intricate, interconnected world of global apparel, tariffs are not just a line item on an invoice—they are, in the words of Cem Altan, "killers of the industry." The President of the International Apparel Federation (IAF), speaking exclusively with FashionatingWorld, delivered a stark warning... Read more

Cotton’s Tech Revolution: High-Yield Genes and the IP Problem

Delivering a compelling message on the future of the cotton industry in a virtual address at the Global Cotton Conference, renowned global consultant in cotton analytics, Dr Terry Townsend, argued that the path forward lies in a dramatic acceleration of technology, particularly in seed science, to c... Read more

Profit, Purpose, and Pixels: The new equation in apparel manufacturing

The global textile and apparel industry, one of the oldest and most resource-intensive sectors, is at a crossroads. Once defined solely by low-cost mass production and global export networks, it is now being reshaped by two transformative forces: sustainability and digital innovation. Rising consume... Read more

Apparel consumption rises in Europe, supply pressures hit Asia: Wazir Advis…

In a world where apparel has long been both an economic indicator and a cultural barometer, the September 2025 Wazir Advisors Global Apparel Trade & Retail Update Report paints a picture of uneven momentum across markets. While consumer demand in some economies shows encouraging resilience, supp... Read more

Action, Not Ideology: GREENEXT Expo 2025 puts the 'How' in sustainability

The GREENEXT Expo 2025, held over two days on September 26-27, 2025 at the Shanghai Exhibition Center, not merely as a showcase, but as a crucial nexus for turning green ideals into profitable, scalable business models. Attracting 5,022 attendees and featuring solutions from over 120 enterprises, th... Read more

Global Sourcing Expo: Seminar series to showcase future of fashion, retail,…

The Global Sourcing Expo is set to return to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from November 18-20, 2025, with its highly anticipated Global Sourcing Seminar Series. The three-day event will bring together leaders in fashion, retail, and supply chains to discuss a range of forward-thinking to... Read more

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics Final Review - An indispensable platf…

Organized from September 2-4, 2025, the Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition reaffirmed its status as an indispensable platform for major industry players. Held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, the flagship fair welcomed over 100,000 visitors from 12... Read more

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris: Europe's leading platform for the T&A …

The 57th edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris successfully reinforced its status as the premier platform for the global textile and apparel industry. Held from September 15-17, 2025, at the Parc des Expositions Paris-Le Bourget, the trade show brought together over 7,000 buyers and 1,300 manufactur... Read more

Reports don’t cut emissions, the hidden cost of corporate sustainability

At a time when corporate sustainability has moved from a fringe concern to a core business metric, a disconnect is emerging between a company's public-facing sustainability efforts and its on-the-ground operations. Brands are dedicating significant budgets to producing meticulously crafted sustainability ... Read more

The AI-Powered Future of Apparel Manufacturing Is Here: CISMA

The future of apparel manufacturing is here, and it’s smarter, faster, and more integrated than ever. This was the overwhelming takeaway from the recent China International Sewing Machinery & Accessories Show (CISMA), a massive showcase of innovation that highlighted the global industry's ... Read more

From catwalks to cloud, the digital future of global fashion retail

The fashion industry has always thrived on reinvention, but its latest transformation is not being dictated by catwalks in Paris or Milan. Instead, the shift is happening in the cloud, on smartphones, and across digital platforms that are reshaping the way consumers discover, engage with, and ultima... Read more

Rags to Revenue report highlights why the US needs a textile recycling syst…

The US has a major textile waste problem. Every year, millions of tons of discarded clothing and household fabrics end up buried in landfills or burned in incinerators. Yet less than 1 per cent of those discarded textiles find their way back into the system as new fibers. A new report, ‘Rags to Reve... Read more

New study exposes the grand illusion of garment recycling

For years, the global fashion industry has leaned on the promise of recycling as its escape hatch from a mounting environmental crisis. The vision is seductive: last season’s jeans reborn as this season’s T-shirt, a closed loop where waste is eliminated, and sustainability stitched into every ... Read more