http://www.just-style.comApparel and textile industry market research - from just-style.com© 2008 All content copyright just-style.com. Published by Aroq Ltd.Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:03:13 GMTThu, 28 Aug 2008 17:03:13 GMTjust-style.com - RSS feedjust-style.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss20http://www.just-food.com/images/small_logo_food.gifhttp://www.just-style.com10021US clothing imports rose in value by 3.2% to US$73.9 bn in 2007. In terms of volume, imports were up by 3.5% to 23.3 bn sme (square metres equivalent). In the first four months of 2008, however, imports were down compared with the first four months of 2007.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67434Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTThe prospect of a recession in the USA and in some EU countries is placing a substantial amount of uncertainty on players in international clothing markets. The situation has come at a time when firms in the industry are already trying to adapt to a number of complex factors which they have not been able to control.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67435Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTEnvironmental issues arise at all stages of the textile and apparel supply chain. The expansion of textile production and consumption has contributed to increasing pollution, water shortages, fossil fuel and raw material depletion, and climate change.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67436Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTIndia's Ministry of Finance has eased restrictions on imports of clothing from Sri Lanka. It will allow up to 3 mn pieces of apparel items a year to enter India on a duty-free basis regardless of the port through which the items are shipped, and regardless of the country of origin of the fabric used to manufacture the apparel.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67437Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTSpain-based Dogi Group, a manufacturer of lingerie, swimwear and sportswear made from elastic fabrics, has patented its technology which makes it possible to manufacture garments with integrated seamless curved selvedges. The technology has been patented under the company's Penn Elastic brand.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67438Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTFleece fabric has redefined the way people dress for cold weather. It enables wearers to spend hours in below-freezing temperatures without becoming uncomfortable, and yet it is light in weight and has relatively low bulk.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67439Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTUSA-based Medelita, a provider of clothing for female medical professionals, has launched a new range of hospital scrubs 1 for women working in the healthcare profession.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67440Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTAccording to Venture Development Corporation (VDC), a USA-based technology market research company, total sales of smart fabrics and interactive textiles (SFIT) for sensing and monitoring applications will grow by an average of 49.3% per annum between 2006 and 2010, from US$76.7 mn to US$380.9 mn (Table 1).http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67442Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTThe International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC)-a global trade union organisation based in Brussels, Belgium-has criticised a number of major sportswear companies for violating workers' rights in some of their Asian production facilities.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67443Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTLowe Alpine is a pioneer in the outdoor leisure market. It has earned a strong reputation for the quality of its outdoor apparel and equipment and for its highly innovative approach to product development and design.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67444Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMTOne of the many features of the luxury industry is that it is highly cyclical and most importantly it is greatly driven by the increasing wealth around the globe. Tourism is also a factor in the growth of this industry. Jewellery and Watches form a part of this industry, and both of these sub segments share similar characteristics and growth drivers.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67445Fri, 01 Aug 2008 15:32:00 GMTTeen apparel market is growing rapidly and has become a significant segment of the apparel industry. Retailers are adapting new techniques to sustain teenagers' interest by offering innovative designs and introducing new products. The teen segment is often deemed inconsistent due to changing fashion preferences and is always looking for the next fashion hit.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=66886Fri, 01 Aug 2008 15:32:00 GMTThis study examines the biodegradable plastic industry in the US by type (e.g., polylactic acid, starch-based, cellophane, polyester-based and others) and market (packaging, fibers and others).http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=67452Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:03:00 GMTThe Indian women apparel market has undergone a transformational phase over the past few years - growing number of working women, changing fashion trends, rising level of information and media exposure, and entry of large number of foreign brands have given the industry a new dimension. The report provides extensive research and rational analysis on the women apparel market in India. It underlines various factors responsible for the growth of women apparel market in India and helps to explore the opportunities associated with it.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=66540Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMTISA Global Risk Forecasts include quarterly measurements and assessments of key risk factors.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=66786Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMTISA Global Risk Forecasts include quarterly measurements and assessments of key risk factors.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=66787Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMTISA Global Risk Forecasts include quarterly measurements and assessments of key risk factors.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=66788Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMTISA Global Risk Forecasts include quarterly measurements and assessments of key risk factors.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=66789Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMTThis report contains detailed forecasts and analysis for the Central and South Asia region, including trade and investment analysis, economic forecasts, political risk assessments and demographic trend analysis.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=66767Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMTThis report contains detailed forecasts and analysis for the East Asia and Pacific region, including trade and investment analysis, economic forecasts, political risk assessments and demographic trend analysis.http://www.just-style.com/pd.aspx?id=66768Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT