Textiles Intelligence

TWO DAYS TO GO!! 🚨 The ASBCI (Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry) conference will take place in Halifax, UK, on October 16, 2024, and it will explore how the textile and clothing industries can harness artificial intelligence (AI). AI tools are poised to disrupt the entire fashion value chain—from trend prediction, product development and stock optimisation to personalised marketing, customer journeys and retail design. To secure a seat at the conference, contact asbcioffice@asbci.co.uk, call +44 (0)1422 354666 or visit https://bit.ly/3YeiXTU Hyran Technologies, Insider Trends, ALVANON, ASOS.com, Ameba, Infor, THE FASHION GUILD, Dressipi, The Bureau, Compare Ethics, Recomme.co, Fashion-Enter Ltd/ FashionCapital Style3D #ai #innovation #halifax #ASBCI #textiles #clothing #fashion #apparel #sustainability #generativeAI #supplychain #efficiency #productivity #optimisation #waste #overproduction

The ASBCI (Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry) conference on October 16, 2024, will explore how the textile and clothing industries can harness the rewards of artificial intelligence (AI) while mitigating the risks. Technologists, retailers and experts at the forefront of AI innovation will discuss the use cases, highlight the benefits, and consider the legal, ethical and sustainability risks of AI. Don't miss: Hyran Technologies, Insider Trends, ALVANON, ASOS.com, Ameba, Infor, THE FASHION GUILD, Dressipi, The Bureau, Compare Ethics, Recomme.co, Fashion-Enter Ltd/ FashionCapital and Style3D. Secure your place now, before it's too late. Contact asbcioffice@asbci.co.uk, call +44 (0)1422 354666 or visit https://bit.ly/3YeiXTU #ai #innovation #events #conference #halifax #ASBCI #textiles #clothing #fashion #apparel #sustainability

We're proud to be partnering with ASBCI (Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry) for its Autumn conference on October 16, 2024, which will tackle the subject of artificial intelligence (AI) in fashion. The conference will address the rewards, risks and responsibilities which AI presents, enabling delegates to understand the opportunities and manage the threats of "an ever evolving AI reality”. Follow the link to secure a place. https://bit.ly/3YeiXTU #AI #fashion #clothing #apparel #innovation #conference #events #design

Second-hand fashion marketplaces show potential for reducing the amount of waste clothing generated each year, and they are among the best channels for extending the lifespan of a product. However, some consumers are concerned by the authenticity of products being flogged on resale sites, such as Vinted. For brands, they cannot guarantee that products bearing their names on the second-hand market are genuine, and some can not risk being associated with poor quality counterfeits. But no standard technology exists for product authentication, and this makes the process costly for individual companies. To reassure consumers, new authentication and digital traceability tools are needed. In the meantime, marketplaces like Vestiaire Collective use costly brand experts to inspect items by hand and determine their authenticity based on “reasonable efforts”. In order to develop an authentication system, a pilot scheme has been launched by a global alliance of manufacturers, suppliers, brand owners, consumers’ representatives and regulators. For more information, download our latest report. https://bit.ly/4d3ElAu #apparel #clothing #fashion #waste #textilewaste #circular #circularity #recycling #secondhand #vestiaire #depop #vinted #resale #recommerce #rental #brands #counterfeit

The textile and clothing industry in Indonesia fulfils a vital role in the country's economy. It is Indonesia's largest source of manufacturing employment, and in 2023 textile and clothing exports from Indonesia represented 4.5% of the country’s overall exports during the year. Looking ahead, there are ambitious plans for further expansion of the textile and clothing industry and, in order to achieve such expansion, the Indonesian government has increased its support through a number of initiatives. For more information on the prospects for the textile and clothing industry in Indonesia, download our 49-page report. https://bit.ly/4d08Kzp #indonesia #textiles #clothing #fashion #apparel #manufacturing #exports #imports

An unlikely trend which was evident at the European fabric fairs for spring/summer 2025 was that of wool fabrics. However, unlike thick and insulating wool fabrics which tend to be popular in the designs of collections for autumn/winter, the wool fabrics which were popular and on show at the fairs for the spring/summer 2025 season were lightweight and functional. Another important trend was that of artificial leather materials. Such materials have been prevalent in the designs of collections for previous recent seasons but there was a noticeable increase in the numbers on display, and there were major advancements in characteristics and performance. For more on the trends on show at the European fabric fairs, download our latest report. https://bit.ly/3Wmxhrj #trends #design #designtrends #fabric #apparel #textiles #fashion #SS25 #AW25 #wool #artificialleather #fauxleather #veganleather #leather #biomaterials

Legislative and consumer pressures to improve their sustainability credentials have prompted players in the global textile and apparel industries to innovate. Download our latest report for the most recent news in relation to "sustainable" product development with a focus on polymers, fibres, finishes, treatments, footwear, home textiles, sportswear and traceability technologies. https://bit.ly/3S3nbdB #sustainability #legislation #environmental #waste #manufacturing #fastfashion #fashion #clothing #apparel #sportswear #footwear #fibres #polymers #traceable #innovation

Clothing which facilitates thermoregulation is being increasingly used in virtually all segments of the clothing industry. Some key materials gaining importance in this field include graphene—a “wonder material” which demonstrates excellent heat preserving properties when applied to fabrics, such as fleece. At the same time, when graphene is integrated into thin, breathable fabrics, it has the ability to quickly release excess heat, thereby producing a cooling effect. Similarly, xylitol is gaining popularity as a cooling material in textiles due to its ability to absorb heat upon contact with liquid, thereby providing an immediate sensation of coolness through touch. For more on other key innovations in the market for temperature control fabrics, finishes and materials, follow the link. https://bit.ly/3Vnm0rJ #apparel #outdoorgear #sportswear #activewear #athleisure #fashion #clothing #textiles #innovation #thermoregulation #tempcontrol #graphene #fleece #fabric #breathable #xylitol

US textile and clothing imports fell sharply in value and volume terms in 2023, and exports also fell in value in 2023 and during early 2024 but retail sales by US clothing stores and department stores rose, albeit only marginally. In Argentina, textile and clothing exports plunged in 2023 after falling in 2022, although they were up in early 2024. Likewise, textile and clothing imports were down but retail sales surged in 2023 and early 2024. In Brazil, textile and clothing exports fell in 2023 for the first time in six years, reflecting, primarily, a decline in exports of cotton fibres, yarns and woven fabrics. There was also a fall in textile and clothing imports. Textile production inched up in 2023 but clothing production declined. In Colombia, textile and clothing exports fell in 2023, and they were down during early 2024. Also, textile and clothing production fell sharply. In Mexico, meanwhile, textile and clothing exports rose in 2023 following jumps in 2022 and 2021. For statistical data, information and insight into the textile and apparel industries in the USA, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia and Mexico, download our latest report. https://bit.ly/3WI7SbU #usa #argentina #brazil #brasil #colombia #mexico #imports #exports #textiles #fibres #clothing #apparel #fashion #manufacturing #retail #value #volume

Digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI) are developing rapidly in textile and apparel manufacturing, and it is predicted that AI could facilitate a shift from fast fashion to a “slow fashion” model which would involve manufacturing products on demand. Elsewhere in manufacturing, it is predicted that many of the processes used for the final production stage will be moved to locations which are geographically closer to their intended regional target base of consumers in a process known as “near-shoring”. If these predications come to life on a large scale, they could lead to the establishment of textile and apparel supply chains which are ultimately more efficient and less wasteful. Follow the link for more. https://bit.ly/3WH3iM7 #supplychain #supply #logistics #AI #digitalisation #textiles #apparel #manufacturing #production #fastfashion #slowfashion #nearshoring #waste