Dyeing and Finishing Technologies Advance Toward Waterless and Chemical-Light Solutions

One of the textile industry’s biggest sustainability challenges—dyeing and finishing—is seeing rapid innovation. Traditional processes are water-intensive and pollutive, but new technologies promise cleaner, faster, and more efficient alternatives. Waterless […]
Polyester and Synthetic Fibers Enter Circular Economy Through Advanced Recycling

Polyester—long criticized for its environmental impact—is entering a new phase as chemical recycling technologies scale up across the world. The textile industry is moving from traditional mechanical recycling toward advanced […]
Cotton Market Faces Pressure as Climate Extremes Disrupt Global Harvests

The cotton industry is navigating one of its most complex periods in recent history as climate volatility, water shortages, and pest challenges affect major growing regions. From Asia to the […]
Innovation Surge: Smart Textiles and Functional Fabrics Enter Mainstream Markets

Smart textiles and functional fabrics are stepping beyond niche segments and entering mainstream fashion, healthcare, sportswear, and even interior design. Innovations in conductive fibers, bio-sensing yarns, and adaptive materials are […]
Global Textile Industry Recalibrates Amid Shifting Trade Dynamics

The global textile industry is entering a period of readjustment as shifting trade policies, rising production costs, and evolving consumer expectations reshape supply chains. Manufacturers across Asia, Europe, and Africa […]
Global Luxury Market Slows as Consumers Shift Toward “Value-Driven Fashion

In a shift that is reshaping the global fashion landscape, luxury spending has begun to cool across key markets, with consumers increasingly prioritizing value, durability and long-term investment over trend-driven […]
SHEIN Unveils Breakthrough Polyester Recycling Process

Fast-fashion giant SHEIN has announced a significant technological breakthrough: a chemical recycling process that converts both pre-consumer and post-consumer polyester waste into new, high-quality fibers. Developed in partnership with China’s […]
Sojo Expands to Paris as Clothing Repair Movement Accelerates

British clothing-repair startup Sojo has officially expanded into mainland Europe with its first Paris location, marking a major milestone for the fast-growing circular fashion movement. The company opened a repair […]
Glenn Martens Appointed as Creative Director at Maison Margiela

Maison Margiela—one of fashion’s most enigmatic, avant-garde houses—has appointed Glenn Martens as its new Creative Director, succeeding John Galliano and stepping into a role that carries immense creative weight. Known […]
Meryll Rogge Takes Helm at Marni, Signaling a New Creative Direction

Italian luxury label Marni has appointed Belgian designer Meryll Rogge as its new Creative Director, a decision that has already sparked excitement across the global fashion industry. Best known for […]