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Consumers
Articles | Fashion & Apparel Trends
The Notable Reasons Why Indie Brands Embrace Natural Fibers
It’s no secret that fast fashion and major brands have embraced petroleum-based textiles like polyester and acrylic. It’s to the point that nearly 70 percent of clothing is made of…
Consumers
Articles | Consumer Research
Here’s Why Stores Should Expect a Positive Cheerful Holiday
Holiday 2024 is poised to be positive for retailers and brands, despite concerns about inflation and a shorter shopping season. But make no mistake, this year’s Christmas shoppers will be…
Supply Chain
Newsletter | Economic Data/News
Monthly Economic Letter October 2024
RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks were flat or higher over the past month. SUPPLY, DEMAND, & TRADE The latest USDA report featured relatively minor changes to global production (+219,000 bales…
Supply Chain
Articles | Economic Data/News
After a Series of Disruptive Years, the U.S. Economy & the Global Cotton Market Are Calming
Four years ago, fashion week shows were held online, retail stores became fulfillment centers, adults and school children stayed in pajamas and loungewear all day as many began remote work…
Retail/Brands
Articles | Fashion & Apparel Trends
These Were the Men’s Cotton & Denim Looks Coming Out Fashion Week
When New York Men’s Day and New York Fashion Week wrapped in early September, attendees came away with plenty of Spring ’25 menswear options that featured fresh denim and environmentally-conscious…
Consumers
Articles | Consumer Research
The Surprising Ways Gen Z is Shopping Now
A reporter was in a store with a Gen Z shopper who was looking to buy new black denim jeans. But the retailer didn’t have the “right” black jeans in…
Supply Chain
Newsletter | Economic Data/News
Monthly Economic Letter September 2024
RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks were flat or higher over the past month. SUPPLY, DEMAND, & TRADE The latest USDA report featured decreases to estimates for global production (-1.2 million…