Insights
Data and analyses of consumer attitudes, preferences and shopping habits.
Back-to-School 2021
88% of parents prefer their children to be dressed in cotton.
Chalk Talk 2021
This autumn, it's expected most children in the U.S. will be going Back-to-Class, not just Back-to-School (BTS). And therein lies the reason why retailers...
COVID-19 & Consumer Concerns in China and Mexico (Wave 6)
COVID-19 & Consumer Concerns in China and Mexico (Wave 6)
Weathering Social Media Storms
Accountability in the workplace generally means everyone is acting responsibly and striving to do their best for the business. But at a time when...
COVID-19 & Consumer Concerns in the U.S.
70% of consumers say pandemic experience will change the way they shop in the future.
Meeting Apparel Demands
It's been more than a year since COVID-19 shut down life as we knew it. But, now that 40 percent of the U.S. is...
The Generational Denim Wars
The Gen Z versus Millennial denim war over skinny versus loose-fit jeans is the best kind because there are no real losers. Well, unless...
Data and analyses of the cotton textile retail sector, including fiber share by category.
Prime Day Lessons
It's debatable how many people know that Amazon's Prime Day originally took place to celebrate the company's 20th anniversary of becoming an online bookseller...
Localized Assortment Optimizations
There's an old adage: You get what you get, and you don't get upset. Clearly, that doesn't apply to retail. For some time now,...
Restrictions Are Setting In
The pandemic spurred people to go online in droves to work, shop, seek entertainment, connect socially and stay informed about COVID-19 and the rest...
New Experiences & Stores
Despite the fact that COVID-19 is still creeping around the nation, enough people have received vaccines that not only is "opening up" part of...
2021 & Beyond
In New York, Diane Von Furstenberg and The Daily recently celebrated the designer's summer fashion collection at DVF's Meatpacking location, where a fashion astrologer...
Preparing for a Comeback
After more than a year where pajamas and athleisure took center stage in many a wardrobe, industry experts see denim making a strong return...
Showing Some Love
In the wake of COVID-19, it is many the brand that's trying to find its footing, figure out what makes a difference and connect...
Data and analyses of trends in the cotton textile supply chain, including commodity economics.
Localized Assortment Optimizations
There's an old adage: You get what you get, and you don't get upset. Clearly, that doesn't apply to retail. For some time now,...
Restrictions Are Setting In
The pandemic spurred people to go online in droves to work, shop, seek entertainment, connect socially and stay informed about COVID-19 and the rest...
All Things American
Independence Day brings the country together to cheer all things American. And while the textile industry can, despite COVID, celebrate an increase in stateside...
Meeting Apparel Demands
It's been more than a year since COVID-19 shut down life as we knew it. But, now that 40 percent of the U.S. is...
Performance Cotton Activewear
After a year that saw more than a few people sapped of their motivation, the warm weather of spring is inspiring many of us...
Earth Day 2021
Remember last year when COVID-19 shut down the world, and the environmentally minded were hopeful it would be good for the planet? Well, that...
The Benefits of Natural Fibers
One can often see signs in parks that say, "Take only memories and pictures. Leave only footprints." They serve as a gentle reminder for...
