Supply Chain
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...
A Renewed Look
Since the start of the pandemic, proper hand washing, and sanitizing have been touted as key to reducing the spread of COVID-19. Such is...
Clothing Durability & What’s In Your Closet
In the last 15 years, we've seen trends towards disposability in the fashion industry, disturbing sustainability advocates.
Monthly Economic Letter February 2021
The latest USDA report featured increases to world production (+1.3 million to 114.1 million) and consumption forecasts (+1.5 million bales to 117.2 million). Due...
Monthly Economic Letter January 2021
RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Global cotton prices continued to rise over the past month. The NY March...
Supply Chain INsights: the Seal of Cotton Trademark
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Why World Cotton Day Gets Global Recognition
Because man can’t live by stress alone, happy diversions are welcome. In this case, the diversion...
Home Textiles – Globally
Globally, consumers spent $201 billion on home textile products in 2019¹. While a drop in spending
due to the COVID-19 pandemic is expected in 2020,...
How COVID Forced Re-Thinking the Supply Chain
Before the pandemic, the world was filled with “I want it now!” consumers. High speed internet...
Meeting New Demands
In casual conversations with folks who don't work in the apparel industry, many seem surprised to hear that apparel retailers didn't fare well during...
Performance Features for Kids
Even though the pandemic has played havoc with so many things, including the start of the school year, it's fairly certain kids have all...
More of a Reality?
When COVID-19 ground everyday life to a halt, the impact on the retail industry was immediate and severe. The fashion industry, which offers anywhere...
Home Textiles in Mexico – Supply Chain Insights
Mexican consumers spent Mex$44.3 billion (USD 2.3 billion) on home textile products in 2019. While a drop in spending due to the COVID-19 pandemic...
Stop the Synthetics
As the coronavirus pandemic swept across the nation, gyms and workout studios had to close their doors. The stay-at-home orders led many fitness fans...
Standing the Test of Time
Out of economic crisis comes change. But that doesn’t mean that people abandon the things that are familiar and provide comfort. It just means...
Clearing the Air
This year's 50th Anniversary of Earth Day was very different from past events. And judging by the ever cleaner air and further emergence of...
Why Fashion Designers are Embracing Sustainability
When New York Fashion Week took place two months ago, every show was packed with editors, influencers, stylists, buyers, and fans. Clearly, everyone's focus...
Helping the World’s Water
Imagine a large cruise ship, as tall as a 16-story building and longer than a city...
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