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Supply Chain
Data and analyses of trends in the cotton textile supply chain, including commodity economics.
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In a Man’s World
Guys are driving less and riding bikes more -- even to work. And that's influencing what they wear to the office.
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Celebrating 10 Years
America is a leader in many areas, one of them being a top consumer market. That has its pros -- we can be counted on to buy a lot of…
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Checking Fiber Content
“Out of sight, out of mind” could easily describe the problem facing America's waterways, marine life -- and our own health, as well. It's happening via an unwitting cycle, but…
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Keeping Up with the Fast Crowd
Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and every other form of social media have been filled with photos from the runways of the recently completed New York Fashion Week. Of course, it's not…
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Smart Apparel
Now that the Summer of Superhero Blockbusters has finally concluded, it's a good time to reflect on the fact that of all the heroes, only Batman is a mere mortal…
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American Made
More than 100 years ago, June of 1894 to be exact, our nation’s elected officials declared the first Monday of each September a national holiday dedicated to the American worker…
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Taking on the Outdoors
For outdoor enthusiasts, exercising or partaking of activities in a natural environment goes without saying. Hiking, biking, kayaking, and so many more pursuits encompass the enjoyment of exercising while enjoying…
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Let’s Hear It For the Home Team
With the country celebrating its birthday next week, there will be plenty of flag waving going on from coast to coast. And in this political year, one of top discussions…
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Sexy, Comfortable, and Breathable
The average person doesn’t really think about buying underwear because once the clothes go on, it’s an out-of-sight, out-of-mind situation. But some manufacturers are looking to make a name for…
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A Love/Hate Relationship
The act of buying clothes can be considered either fun or a necessity, depending on the purpose. But the act can automatically be made more palatable to the American customer…