Footwear
Barbie and Reebok Launch Basketball Shoes and Doll as Signature of Superstar Angel Reese
TCF POST Desk Barbie has unveiled a brand-new doll in the likeness of professional basketball superstar Angel Reese, alongside the…
Footwear
Clothing
Beyond the Blue: How Levi’s is Redefining its Legacy in Asia
TCF POST OPED For decades, the name Levi Strauss & Co. has conjured a singular, immutable image: rugged, indigo denim…
USA
Strengthening U.S. Fashion Manufacturing and Supply Chains: CFDA and SOURCING by Informa Forge Alliance
Uncategorized
Boston Proper Rebrands With ‘Defy All Expectations’ Platform, Targets Growth Through Age-Inclusive Fashion
Uncategorized
Delta Galil Posts Record Q2 Sales and Profit as Tariff Refund Boosts Cash Flow, Growth Investments
Clothing, USA
Anthropologie Expands Pilcro Denim Range with New Washes, Inclusive Fits for Fall 2026
Clothing, USA
New Era Launches 2026 NFL Sidelines Collection with Weather-Engineered Designs and Athlete-Led Campaign
Footwear, USA
Diabetic Footwear Market Set for Strong Growth on Rising Demand for Preventive Foot Care
Fashion & Market
HKTDC Celebrates 60th Anniversary Unveiling Structural Overhaul and Emerging Market Push
HONG KONG — Marking its diamond jubilee, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) has announced a sweeping organizational overhaul…
Textile
CITI Sees US Tariff Decision Puts Indian Clothing and Textiles Exporters at Disadvantage and Risk
New Delhi — The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) expresses grave concern over the United States imposing a 10%…
GU Jeans at $18: An Attempt to Decode the Luxury Paradox
TCF POST Analysis In the global apparel landscape, the distance between an $18 pair of jeans and the rarefied atmosphere of a luxury fashion house is usually measured in decades of brand equity and thousands of dollars in markups. However, as GU—the younger, bolder sibling of Uniqlo—celebrates its 20th anniversary, it is attempting to collapse … Read more
Engineered Microbes: A Breakthrough in Textile Microplastic Remediation and Circular Economy for Textiles
TCF POST Special Report A recent review published in Applied Microbiology proposes a transformative approach to the global microplastic crisis. By shifting the focus from traditional waste management to circular economy principles, researchers are developing “tailored microbial systems” to convert pervasive textile waste into valuable industrial resources. As synthetic fibers increasingly accumulate in ecosystems, researchers … Read more
Study Reveals the Real Environmental Footprint of Cashmere
TCF POST Special Report The global fashion and apparel industry has taken a major step toward evidence-based sustainability with the publication of the first widely accessible Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for cashmere production. The study, conducted by Textile Exchange in partnership with Integrity Ag, provides robust, harmonized datasets derived from direct engagement with 170 herders … Read more
Italian Footwear Sector Sees Significant Decline in Business in Q1 2026
TCF POST Report The Italian footwear industry, a hallmark of “Made in Italy” excellence, navigated a turbulent first quarter in 2026. According to the industry association Assocalzaturifici, exports reached €3 billion, a 1.6% decrease in value and a 3.6% decrease in volume compared to the same period in 2025. Exports historically account for roughly 90% … Read more
Superfeet Launches Specialized Insole Collections for Field and Multi-Sport Athletes
TCF POST Desk FERNDALE, Wash. — Superfeet, a “global leader in performance insoles,” has officially expanded its portfolio with the launch of new, sport-specific “Cleat” and “Sport” collections. Aimed at bridging the gap between comfort and competitive advantage, these new offerings are engineered to address the distinct biomechanical demands of different athletic surfaces and movement … Read more
Destruction of Unsold Apparel and Textiles: Implementation of EU Ban Starts with Large Companies
TCF POST Desk Starting Sunday, 19 July 2026, the European Union is launching a significant initiative to curb textile waste. Under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), large companies will be officially prohibited from destroying unsold apparel, clothing accessories, and footwear. Key Details of the New Regulation Impact on the Industry This measure represents … Read more
Wellness, Comfort, and Sustainability: Drivers Behind the $39.29 Billion Sleepwear Boom
NEW YORK, NY — The global sleepwear industry is undergoing a transformative shift, evolving from simple functional nightwear into a sophisticated lifestyle category. Driven by a newfound consumer focus on wellness, comfort, and sustainable fashion, the market is projected to reach USD 39.29 billion by 2035, growing at a steady CAGR of 9.61% from its … Read more
Brother Launches New GTX300 Hybrid Garment Printer for Versatile Apparel Decoration
TCF POST DESK BRIDGEWATER, N.J. — Brother International Corporation, on July 17, officially announced the U.S. market launch of the GTX300 Hybrid Garment Printer, a professional-grade solution engineered to streamline production by combining Direct-to-Garment (DTG) and Direct-to-Film (DTF) capabilities into a single, compact unit. Expanding Production Flexibility The GTX300 is designed to provide apparel decorators … Read more
MMF Success Revitalizes Rieter’s Business
TCF POST Report The Rieter Group’s first half of 2026 has been defined by a major structural shift through the acquisition of Barmag, now operating as the Man-Made Fiber (MMF) Division. This move is central to the company’s strategy to enter the growth segment of man-made fibers and strengthen its market presence in Asia. “The … Read more
Researched “Super Silk”: Silkworm Diet Innovation Poised to Transform the Fashion Industry
TCF POST Report TOHOKU — A groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Industrial Textiles is set to reshape the future of luxury textiles. Researchers at Tohoku University have discovered that by enriching the diet of silkworms with plant-derived cellulose nanofibers (CNFs), they can produce “super silk” that significantly outperforms conventional material. Solving the Age-Old … Read more