The Q2 2026 Home Furnishings Sentiment Index reveals a dramatic reversal from the record optimism of Q1, with yearly sales projections falling from 142 to 78 and consumer demand expectations hitting a...
U.S. import tariffs and rising fuel costs are driving American retailers to front-load cargo shipments in June 2026, creating a pronounced year-over-year surge at major ports. The NRF and Hackett Asso...
F. Schumacher & Co. has launched Stars and Stripes, the first of three luxury fabric and wallcovering collections honoring the United States' 250th anniversary. The range features over eleven products...
AI-powered demand forecasting is transforming how garment manufacturers manage inventory, reduce waste, and respond to market shifts. This article covers core AI technologies — from machine learning a...
Generative AI is transforming textile print design by enabling rapid concept generation, pattern development, and colorway exploration at scale. This guide explains how B2B textile professionals can i...
Atlanta Market 2026 confirmed four defining trends for the home textiles and gift industry: the handcrafted movement, fashionable pouches, versatility-driven design, and connection-centered products....
Diamond Mattress has reported a 60% unit sales surge for luxury mattresses priced at $3,000 and above, with gross sales of $2,000-plus products climbing 28% in the first half of 2026. The company's th...
Generative AI is reshaping textile print design by enabling rapid pattern creation from text prompts using tools like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, and Adobe Firefly. This guide covers step-by-step AI...
Revival Rugs has launched two new rug styles — Shima, constructed from 100% recycled PET sourced from post-consumer plastic bottles, and Khder, a machine washable rug crafted from New Zealand wool and...
Acetate and triacetate are semi-synthetic cellulosic fibers that share a silk-like aesthetic but differ fundamentally in their degree of acetylation, heat resistance, and end-use suitability. This tec...
Acetate and triacetate fibers are semi-synthetic cellulosic materials that share a wood pulp origin but differ significantly in acetylation degree, thermal performance, and care requirements. Acetate...
Italian photographer Giacomo Giannini has transformed archival aerial images into a series of limited-edition art rugs in collaboration with Seletti art director Stefano Seletti and gallerist Paola So...
Acetate fiber and triacetate fiber are both cellulose-based semi-synthetics, but their degree of acetylation creates substantial differences in moisture absorption, heat resistance, and functional per...
IACMI–The Composites Institute has announced the five winners and five honorable mentions of its inaugural Rising Star Awards, a nationwide initiative recognizing emerging talent in composites and adv...
National Safety Apparel (NSA) has appointed Michael Enright as Chief Executive Officer, effective June 8, 2026, making him the first non-Grossman family member to lead the company. Chuck Grossman Jr.,...
India's Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for textiles, introduced in September 2021 with a Rs. 10,683 crore (US $1.13 billion) commitment, is reducing import dependence while driving export gr...
Bangladesh's government has announced plans to extend duty-free bonded warehouse facilities to all export-oriented sectors in a significant policy shift. Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahm...
State-level PFAS regulations in California and New York are driving sharp reductions in per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance levels across US clothing and home textile products. While regulated categori...
A new report by Emkay Research identifies India as poised to break free from its 15-year stagnation in global apparel trade, where the country's market share has hovered between 3% and 4%. Policy refo...
Bangladesh's new national budget pivots from pure growth to holistic development, targeting 6.5% GDP growth with ten strategic priorities. The apparel sector faces a 3.41% export earnings decline and...
Cotton Incorporated's Cotton ConneXions Insight to Impact event on June 18, 2026, united more than 300 industry leaders from 140 companies across 10 countries to advance cotton innovation and supply c...
Textile Exchange and SCS Consulting Services have released a comprehensive polyester LCA study addressing long-standing data gaps in environmental reporting for both virgin and recycled polyester. The...
The Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) has publicly opposed a proposal in Bangladesh's FY2026-27 budget to remove the 30% value-addition requirement for raw material imports against bank guar...
Ecommerce Europe has released a position paper calling for a pragmatic and flexible approach to Digital Product Passport implementation under the EU's Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation. Th...
Lenzing Group showcased its bio-based nonwoven solutions at CIDPEX, Techtextil, and INDEX during H1 2026, reinforcing its global market presence across three continents. The company's LENZING™ DualWip...
The Bangladesh Textile Mills Association is urging the government to retain the 30 percent value-addition requirement on garment raw material imports. Industry leaders warn that removing the rule coul...
Vietnam textile exports rose 5.6% year-on-year in the first five months of 2026 to approximately $18.8 billion, a resilient result despite weak global demand. However, a 30–40% surge in container frei...
Youngone Corporation has announced plans to build a comprehensive textile and apparel value chain in Uzbekistan, citing the country's cotton resources, export access, and expanding manufacturing capac...
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is visiting Beijing from June 23–26, 2026, to attract a new wave of Chinese investment in manufacturing and export-oriented industries. The Bangladesh Investme...
Metro Brands has appointed Manoj Juneja as Chief Business Officer for its Sports Division, effective 23rd June 2026. Juneja brings more than 27 years of experience in retail, footwear, fashion, and co...
