If the global fashion industry moves in the right direction, it has a chance to make a large-scale social and environmental change that will benefit millions. The cuttings, from patternmaking to waste material and hangtags, can be made so that they do not leave an ecological footprint. If the global fashion industry moves in the right...Read More

India’s vibrant mall culture has dimmed down to its smallest form, and retail is one of the industries that have been most affected by this pandemic. Many a glitzy outlet of a brand has shut down, and thousands have been left to dry. The pandemic continues to rage, and the life we knew is no longer normal....Read More

Retail is not going to end anytime soon, as experts have predicted. As described by coronavirus.com and Fashion, stores will survive. The word “stores” is going to be used again and again. But will we continue using it? What can we learn about the etymology behind the word Stores? Retail is not going to end anytime soon, as...Read More

Face masks are temporarily turning gold for textile and apparel producers, bringing unexpected dividends. In collaboration with anti-microbial companies, businesses have created a variety of surgical and respiration masks. Designers are also jumping into the fray and making masks an essential fashion accessory. Face masks are temporarily turning gold for textile and apparel producers, bringing unexpected dividends. In...Read More

Bhanu was a director’s designer who worked with the best filmmakers in India and abroad. She created costumes for each character and took charge of the film. She was never concerned about competition, even when there were many designers in the film industry. She knew her costumes and designs were inspired by rock. Bhanu was a director’s...Read More

Indian men’s fashion offers a world of unique styles, vibrant colors, and artisanal cuts. The number of Indian designers who are gaining global recognition has been increasing in recent years. The Indian population in the US has increased by over 50%. This is one reason why Indian designers are gaining popularity. Indian men’s fashion offers a world...Read More

Women’s streetwear has always been the first fashion category to take inspiration from social change. Women’s streetwear is often a barometer for what’s to come in fashion. Women’s streetwear is changing from fitness to protest clothing. This new trend is rooted in the unrest around the world. Women’s streetwear has always been the first fashion category to take...Read More

Fashion is said to account for 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The pandemic outbreak has only increased the need for sustainable clothing. Imagine that you bought expensive shoes just a few months before, but they are now worn out. You have no choice but to purchase a new pair. Fashion is said to account for 10%...Read More

Coronavirus impacts our democracies and economies. It also affects individual and social behavior. When it comes to fashion, the virus shows how difficult it is to manage seasonal businesses in such a volatile and uncertain environment. Fast fashion is a solution to reduce the uncertainty risks. The coronavirus impacts our democracy, our economies, and our social...Read More

The year 2020 is probably the worst ever for many: COVID-19, social movements, terrorism, populism, hurricanes and wildfires. You may have lost a close friend or a family member, lost your job, or closed your business while fundamental freedoms were limited. This is a different crisis, and socioeconomic consequences are still uncertain. Challenges for apparel retailers will...Read More