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20.02.2018

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition 2018, 14 – 16 March 2018

As the global textile industry’s most comprehensive sourcing summit for the spring / summer season, Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics is naturally the ideal place to find the latest developments in product innovation and sustainability. This is especially true in the fair’s Beyond Denim zone, which this edition will feature over 110 exhibitors from China, Japan, Pakistan, Turkey and elsewhere. Adding to a total of some 3,300 exhibitors from around 22 countries and regions, they provide sourcing options for the entire industry, from fabrics for ladieswear, menswear, suiting, shirting, lingerie and swimwear to high-end wool fabrics, original pattern designs, functional & performance fabrics, sustainability products & services, digital printing technologies, garment & fashion accessories and more.

As the global textile industry’s most comprehensive sourcing summit for the spring / summer season, Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics is naturally the ideal place to find the latest developments in product innovation and sustainability. This is especially true in the fair’s Beyond Denim zone, which this edition will feature over 110 exhibitors from China, Japan, Pakistan, Turkey and elsewhere. Adding to a total of some 3,300 exhibitors from around 22 countries and regions, they provide sourcing options for the entire industry, from fabrics for ladieswear, menswear, suiting, shirting, lingerie and swimwear to high-end wool fabrics, original pattern designs, functional & performance fabrics, sustainability products & services, digital printing technologies, garment & fashion accessories and more.

Denim enriched with volcanic ash: the latest innovation from Orta Anadolu
Volcanic ash is not uncommon in beauty products – it is known as Mother Nature’s skin purifier after all, and used as an exfoliator for example – but it is far less common in the textile industry. Orta Anadolu are set to change that with their BIOWARE denim which is enriched with mineralised volcanic ash to create an odour absorbing effect. This technology captures and absorbs odour compounds that would normally pass through the fabric, neutralising bad bacteria while retaining the helpful bacteria that common deodorisers, which contain harsh substances, normally eliminate. This leads to a more environmentally friendly product that is better for the user’s skin.

Orta will also be presenting BIOCHARGE at Intertextile, which, according to the company, is the world’s first denim fabric for muscle wellness. Infused with minerals, Orta state that BIOCHARGE is medically proven to refresh muscles, relieve muscle tension and optimise body balance. They will also present their BOUNCE stretch range, with high elasticity and a ‘street’ style, while CHRONICLE, another in their S/S 19 range, is a blend of heritage and future styles.

US Denim Mills blend tomorrow’s technology with yesterday’s style
Another innovative denim firm exhibiting at Intertextile Shanghai, and another blending old and new, is US Denim Mills. According to the company, their collection at the fair will “harness tomorrow’s textile advances to revitalise the great style visions of the past by adding fashion, comfort, performance and sustainability advantages to authentic denim looks.” This collection includes:

• Selvedge: using the company’s legacy selvedge looms to produce bi-stretch ‘SelvedgeX’ while experimenting with blends of natural yarns and high-tech fibre blends in its ‘HeritEdge+’ range
• Stretch: including ‘Flex 360’ bi-stretch denim with a slight cross-bias freedom, and ‘Modern Stretches’ with a higher stretch range for intense comfort
• SoftWear: advanced finishing treatments for superior soft touch from natural fibre blended yarns and softness-selected weaves
• Sustainable: new additions to the range of recycled and natural ‘GreenEgo’ denims

Kipas Denim step up their sustainability efforts
Well aware of the effect denim production has on the environment, Kipas Denim’s multi-faceted programme to address this is one of the most comprehensive in the denim sector. Their recycled yarn initiative includes recycling waste yarn from the production process, while it also takes waste cotton yarn and blends it with REPREVE® fibres to create an eco-friendly denim fabric. Kipas also uses BCI cotton and organic cotton, and targets each to be 15% and 5% of total consumption, respectively. Furthermore, their Conservablue technology aims to reduce the environmental impact of the dyeing process by eliminating the use of rinsing overflow boxes before and after the indigo dye boxes, as well as ensuring 100% of applied dyestuff remains on the yarn in the rinsing bath.

As well as the overseas offerings, a wide range of domestic denim exhibitors covering all price and quality points will also feature in Beyond Denim. Some of the more notable brands participating include Advance Denim, Black Peony, Guangzhou Foison and Prosperity Textile.

Denim’s ‘next move’ to be debated in INVISTA panel discussion
The market is changing and so must apparel and textile manufacturers. Low prices and discounts are no longer driving sales the way they used to. Today’s consumer wants better quality, appreciates new technology and is evolving their casualwear style. This is the premise behind the INVISTA-sponsored panel discussion which will take place on day 1 of the fair. Titled ‘Denim’s Next Move – New Opportunities to Keep Growing Sales of Jeans and Casualwear at Retail’, participants will learn what consumers really want in jeans and casualwear, the return of chinos and new fabric technologies that are energising casualwear.

The panel will be moderated by Jane Singer, Director and Head of Market Development at Inside Fashion. Panellists will include representatives from Advance Denim, Guangzhou Conshing Clothing Group, Prosperity Textile and Texhong who will share their latest innovations that will help brands and retailers drive sales and profits.

In addition to Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, four other textile fairs also take place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center: Yarn Expo Spring, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition, fashion garment fair CHIC and knitting fair PH Value.

16.02.2018

Superior Linen Supply Recertified Hygienically Clean

  • Emphasis on Process, Third-party Validation and Outcome-based Testing

ALEXANDRIA, Va., February 16, 2018 —Kansas City, Mo.-based Superior Linen Supply has again achieved Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification, reflecting their commitment to best management practices (BMPs) in laundering as verified by on-site inspection and their capability to produce hygienically clean textiles as quantified by ongoing microbial testing.

The laundry was first certified in 2014. Recertification confirms the organization’s continuing dedication to infection prevention, compliance with recognized industry standards and processing healthcare textiles using BMPs as described in its quality assurance documentation, a focal point for Hygienically Clean inspectors’ evaluation. The independent, third-party inspection must also confirm essential evidence that:

• Employees are properly trained and protected
• Managers understand regulatory requirements
• OSHA-compliant
• Physical plant operates effectively

  • Emphasis on Process, Third-party Validation and Outcome-based Testing

ALEXANDRIA, Va., February 16, 2018 —Kansas City, Mo.-based Superior Linen Supply has again achieved Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification, reflecting their commitment to best management practices (BMPs) in laundering as verified by on-site inspection and their capability to produce hygienically clean textiles as quantified by ongoing microbial testing.

The laundry was first certified in 2014. Recertification confirms the organization’s continuing dedication to infection prevention, compliance with recognized industry standards and processing healthcare textiles using BMPs as described in its quality assurance documentation, a focal point for Hygienically Clean inspectors’ evaluation. The independent, third-party inspection must also confirm essential evidence that:

• Employees are properly trained and protected
• Managers understand regulatory requirements
• OSHA-compliant
• Physical plant operates effectively

To achieve certification initially, laundries pass three rounds of outcome-based microbial testing, indicating that their processes are producing Hygienically Clean Healthcare textiles and diminished presence of yeast, mold and harmful bacteria. They also must pass a facility inspection. To maintain their certification, they must pass quarterly testing to ensure that as laundry conditions change, such as water quality, textile fabric composition and wash chemistry, laundered product quality is consistently maintained. Re-inspection occurs every two to three years.

This process eliminates subjectivity by focusing on outcomes and results that verify textiles cleaned in these facilities meet appropriate hygienically clean standards and BMPs for hospitals, surgery centers, medical offices, nursing homes and other medical facilities.

Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification acknowledges laundries’ effectiveness in protecting healthcare operations by verifying quality control procedures in linen, uniform and facility services operations related to the handling of textiles containing blood and other potentially infectious materials.

Certified laundries use processes, chemicals and BMPs acknowledged by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, American National Standards Institute and others. Introduced in 2012, Hygienically Clean Healthcare brought to North America the international cleanliness standards for healthcare linens and garments used worldwide by the Certification Association for Professional Textile Services and the European Committee for Standardization.

Objective experts in epidemiology, infection control, nursing and other healthcare professions work with Hygienically Clean launderers to ensure the certification continues to enforce the highest standards for producing clean healthcare textiles.

“Congratulations to Superior Linen Supply on their recertification,” said Joseph Ricci, TRSA president and CEO. “This achievement proves their ongoing commitment to infection prevention and that their laundry takes every step possible to prevent human illness.”

More information:
Hygienically Clean Healthcare
Source:

Ken Koepper, TRSA®

07.02.2018

Chinas größte Mode- und Lifestylemesse: CHIC March 2018

China ist zurück auf Wachstumskurs: ein Wirtschaftswachstum von rund 7%, gesunkene Zölle auf Kleidung und Schuhe, deutliche Konsumlaune, Anstieg der Multi-Brand Stores, starke Nachfrage nach Individualität, Authentizität und internationalen Brands.

Dem entspricht die kommende CHIC March 2018 – Chinas größte Mode- und Lifestylemesse. CHIC March wird vom 14.-16. März 2018 auf mehr als 100.000 m² Ausstellungsfläche im weltgrößten Messecenter in Shanghai stattfinden. 1.200 Aussteller aus 21 Ländern nutzen CHIC als Plattform für den chinesischen Markt.

Premiere auf der Messe feiern die Polish Investment and Trade Agency, die die polnische Modeindustrie präsentiert und die International Fur Federation.

China ist zurück auf Wachstumskurs: ein Wirtschaftswachstum von rund 7%, gesunkene Zölle auf Kleidung und Schuhe, deutliche Konsumlaune, Anstieg der Multi-Brand Stores, starke Nachfrage nach Individualität, Authentizität und internationalen Brands.

Dem entspricht die kommende CHIC March 2018 – Chinas größte Mode- und Lifestylemesse. CHIC March wird vom 14.-16. März 2018 auf mehr als 100.000 m² Ausstellungsfläche im weltgrößten Messecenter in Shanghai stattfinden. 1.200 Aussteller aus 21 Ländern nutzen CHIC als Plattform für den chinesischen Markt.

Premiere auf der Messe feiern die Polish Investment and Trade Agency, die die polnische Modeindustrie präsentiert und die International Fur Federation.

Im neugestalteten IMPULSES Bereich zeigt das „Who is who“ der jungen chinesischen Designtalente sein Können, darunter ELLE-Stilbotschafter Wang Yutao und der international aufstrebende Shi Jie. Das neue Areadesign bietet der urbanen Modeklientel in Shanghai ein auf- und anregendes Ambiente.
Branchengrößen wie Shandong Ruyi stellen u.a. im Menswear Bereich URBAN VIEW aus, im Bereich FASHION JOURNEY präsentieren sich internationale Aussteller aus Frankreich, Italien, Deutschland, Polen, Korea, Peru, China Hongkong, China Taiwan, Brasilien, Dänemark, Indien, Japan, Schweden und UK mit eigenen Ständen oder in Länderpavillons.

Ihre internationalen Aussteller unterstützt die CHIC durch ein fokussiertes Besuchermarketing. Die selektierte CHIC-Datenbank mit rund 50.000 Businesskontakten, digitale Servicetools und das enge Netzwerk zu Multi-Brand Stores im ganzen Land werden zielgerichtet eingesetzt.

Mit faszinieren Modeschauen, dem neuen CHIC TALK-Konzept und einem WGSN-Vortrag bietet CHIC wieder einen tiefen Einblick in den Markt und ein umfassendes Rahmenprogramm. Der erste China International Healthy T-Shirt Summit wird das Thema ökologische Mode aufgreifen.

 

More information:
CHIC, Messe, Asien
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JANDALI MODE.MEDIEN.MESSEN

METALBOTTONI © METALBOTTONI
01.02.2018

METALBOTTONI’s new goals for 2018

METALBOTTONI has drawn up its new strategy for the year 2018, based on a targeted trade fair
schedule and on many product innovations. These innovations are part of a marketing approach
which is more and more branding ingredient-oriented, in order to highlight the added value
of the accessory as a component characterising and enhancing product recognition, as well as
strengthening its consulting activities for customers, thus offering true excellence in service.
There are three main elements pointing to a positive moment for METALBOTTONI: its recent
outstanding performance in double-digit on foreign markets (most notably in the northern
European region), the consolidation of consulting and support services aimed at redesigning the
perspective on the world of accessories, and its product range extension. The fourth pillar, actually
a fixture at METALBOTTONI, is sustainable innovation with the protocol called NO IMPACT which has
made a huge step forward thanks to new technologies which halved water consumption compared

METALBOTTONI has drawn up its new strategy for the year 2018, based on a targeted trade fair
schedule and on many product innovations. These innovations are part of a marketing approach
which is more and more branding ingredient-oriented, in order to highlight the added value
of the accessory as a component characterising and enhancing product recognition, as well as
strengthening its consulting activities for customers, thus offering true excellence in service.
There are three main elements pointing to a positive moment for METALBOTTONI: its recent
outstanding performance in double-digit on foreign markets (most notably in the northern
European region), the consolidation of consulting and support services aimed at redesigning the
perspective on the world of accessories, and its product range extension. The fourth pillar, actually
a fixture at METALBOTTONI, is sustainable innovation with the protocol called NO IMPACT which has
made a huge step forward thanks to new technologies which halved water consumption compared
to previous performances of the system, obtaining also better results in a shorter processing time,
saving electricity as well.


An ongoing pathway
There are many novelties to be displayed by METALBOTTONI at three of the most important events
in the industry early in the new year. The company from Bergamo will be present at Munich Fabric
Start (30 January – 1 February), then at Milano Unica (6-8 February), and finally in Paris for the new
edition of Première Vision Accessories (13-15 February).

More information:
Metalbottoni
Source:

Francesco Farinelli / METALBOTTONI

UNION KNOPF MENSWEAR SPRING|SUMMER 19 © Union Knopf
UNION KNOPF MENSWEAR SPRING|SUMMER 19
27.12.2017

Union Knopf Menswear kicks off the new season with optimism

After a successful start to the trade show season for Spring/Summer 2019 at View in Munich this December, the company, which is set to exit insolvency proceedings in spring 2018, is presenting its new collection to the industry. The management team is banking on continuity.

As in previous years, Union Knopf Menswear will be present at all relevant trade shows in Europe: at the Textile Fashion Show in London from 10 to 11 January 2018 at The Business Design Centre, London; at Preview Fabrics & Accessories from 24 to 25 January at Showroom, Nacka strand, Stockholm; at Munich Fabric Start from 30 January to 01 February 2018 at MOC, Lilienthalallee 40 in Munich (Stand H1 A02) as well as at the end-of-season Première Vision from 13 to 15 February 2018 (Stand 4F03/4G04) at the Parc des Expositions in Paris.

Union Knopf Menswear expects to exit insolvency proceedings strengthened and clearly positioned and sincerely appreciates its customers and their continued loyalty through uncertain times.

 

After a successful start to the trade show season for Spring/Summer 2019 at View in Munich this December, the company, which is set to exit insolvency proceedings in spring 2018, is presenting its new collection to the industry. The management team is banking on continuity.

As in previous years, Union Knopf Menswear will be present at all relevant trade shows in Europe: at the Textile Fashion Show in London from 10 to 11 January 2018 at The Business Design Centre, London; at Preview Fabrics & Accessories from 24 to 25 January at Showroom, Nacka strand, Stockholm; at Munich Fabric Start from 30 January to 01 February 2018 at MOC, Lilienthalallee 40 in Munich (Stand H1 A02) as well as at the end-of-season Première Vision from 13 to 15 February 2018 (Stand 4F03/4G04) at the Parc des Expositions in Paris.

Union Knopf Menswear expects to exit insolvency proceedings strengthened and clearly positioned and sincerely appreciates its customers and their continued loyalty through uncertain times.

 

TINTEX Presents “NATURALLY ADVANCED” Innovations © TINTEX
TINTEX Presents “NATURALLY ADVANCED” Innovations
19.12.2017

TINTEX Presents “NATURALLY ADVANCED” Innovations

TINTEX is pleased to present its latest fabric innovations at the above salons with a new range of more than 80 qualities and styles designed for the Sportswear, Athleisure, Fashion and Underwear market sectors. The collection focusses on three jersey fabric concepts: TIMELESS, FASHIONABLE & INNOVATIVE.

TINTEX is a modern industrial company based in the Porto region since 1998, producing market savvy fabrics for global designers and brands. TINTEX makes a truly sustainable range of precision, modern hybrid jersey fabrics that offer a better, Naturally Advanced choices to all its customers.

TINTEX is pleased to present its latest fabric innovations at the above salons with a new range of more than 80 qualities and styles designed for the Sportswear, Athleisure, Fashion and Underwear market sectors. The collection focusses on three jersey fabric concepts: TIMELESS, FASHIONABLE & INNOVATIVE.

TINTEX is a modern industrial company based in the Porto region since 1998, producing market savvy fabrics for global designers and brands. TINTEX makes a truly sustainable range of precision, modern hybrid jersey fabrics that offer a better, Naturally Advanced choices to all its customers.

The new ‘Naturally Advanced’ position means “advancing beautiful, organic and natural materials to the next level combined with unique, hybrid ‘nature-tech’ smarts, with advanced, added value and creativity, thanks to dedicated investments that serve and secure our customer demands both now and in the seasons to come” says CEO Mario Jorge. New innovations, which include the ISPO Best Product Award i (SOFT EQUIPMENT category) in TexTrends for fall winter 19/20, maintain and upgrade the honest but hi-tech sustainable organics that is at the heart of the TINTEX DNA to create better, smarter eco-materials, always with new levels of performance and hi-tech smarts, thanks to its expertise in specialist dyeing and finishing techniques, coatings and applications. These are all researched, designed and made using the latest equipment and processes. This season the new TINTEX collection plays with new colour balance techniques that deploy the benefits of chromotherapy for welbeing alongside skin safe materials and finishings.

The collection uses up to 90% of new smart and sustainable materials and include: Tencel, Modal & Micromodal, Organic Cottons, Supima cottons, Seacell fibres, Natural organic linens and the new, full colour ECOTEC® yarns by Marchi & Fildi, a smarter cotton made from pre-consumer clippings that in manufacture save up to 79% water. This season TINTEX is also introducing the new ECOTEC® yarn Phoenix (50% ECOTEC®, 50% recycled polyester, NM1/50 GRS-certified) for open, light and dry textures. Wellbeing credentials are guaranteed with Tessile e Salute certifications, TINTEX also presents new developments using the ROICA™ Eco Smart family of ecosustainable stretch yarns with certificated credentials. This family of yarns claim the world-first GRS certified ROICA™ premium stretch yarn that comes at least 50% from recycled pre-consumer waste.

The newest introduction for second skin qualities and for products to the athleisure market within TINTEX collection is ROICA™ Feel Good family that promises a new level of performance with ‘feelgood comfort’ and freshness.

For colouration effects, we can use the ROICA™ Colour Perfect family of yarns to create a flawless and responsible finish to dyed performance stretch assortments. Colours to Tranquilize, to Activate the Senses, to Recharge, to Energize.

Key highlights include: changeant effects (yarn and dyeing solutions), thermosensitive (reds/ blues) coatings, UV sensitive coatings and colourful coated patterns, extra fine and semi-transparent jerseys, but also, compact and fluid qualities.

 

 

 

Evolution of fashion professions at heart of Lectra’s 8th education congress © Lectra
Industry experts and fashion schools discussing at Lectra's 8th education congress
13.12.2017

Lectra: Evolution of fashion professions at heart of Lectra’s 8th education congress

Lectra brings together partnership schools and industry experts to discuss how changing professions
in fashion are impacting training programs

Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using fabrics, leather,
technical textiles and composite materials, recently welcomed partners from the world of
education to the company’s Bordeaux-Cestas campus for its eighth education congress. The
event was dedicated to the mega trends shaping the fashion industry and impacting
professions from design to production.

Over fifty representatives from among the most important fashion schools in Germany, Canada, China,
USA, France, Hong Kong, Italy, The Netherlands, Poland, United Kingdom, Switzerland and Sweden, participated
in this biannual meeting between industry experts and teaching professionals.

Lectra brings together partnership schools and industry experts to discuss how changing professions
in fashion are impacting training programs

Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using fabrics, leather,
technical textiles and composite materials, recently welcomed partners from the world of
education to the company’s Bordeaux-Cestas campus for its eighth education congress. The
event was dedicated to the mega trends shaping the fashion industry and impacting
professions from design to production.

Over fifty representatives from among the most important fashion schools in Germany, Canada, China,
USA, France, Hong Kong, Italy, The Netherlands, Poland, United Kingdom, Switzerland and Sweden, participated
in this biannual meeting between industry experts and teaching professionals.

Fashion professions are evolving as companies make their first steps towards Industry 4.0, adopting 3D
and rationalizing the lifecycle management for their collections thanks to PLM. Lectra’s congress enabled
schools to discuss the developing role of designers and patternmakers, and the new elements to be
integrated into training programs.

Lectra illustrated future changes through presentations on design, patternmaking, 3D prototyping, and PLM.
“It is fundamental to bring innovation experts in the industry together with fashion schools, because
students will drive the evolution of this industry,” stated Pascal Denizart, Managing Director of the Centre
européen des textiles innovants (CETI).

Working with schools to design courses which meet the needs of fashion companies has always been at
the heart of Lectra’s education program. During the event, the company presented collaborative
experiences between partner schools and fashion brands, such as the competitions organised by Lectra
with Missoni, Balenciaga, and Armani in Italy, as well as Peacebird in China and JC Penney in the United
States.

In the United Kingdom, Lectra collaborated with COS (H&M group) and the Arts University Bournemouth
(AUB) for a competition centred on the design of a collection with zero waste.
“The process was totally digital, from design to the creation of a virtual prototype in 3D. Our students learnt
to optimize each stage of the process. By leveraging the use of Kaledo®, Modaris® and Diamino®, the
collaborative work between AUB, COS and Lectra is exactly the type of project that enormously motivates
our students. Live briefs developed with leading fashion brands and Lectra offer excellent opportunities
which directly inform industry currency and student employability,” explained Penny Norman, a lecturer at
AUB.

The event also shone the spotlight on China and its major role in the evolution of the fashion industry.
Li Min, Vice-Dean of the fashion and design faculty at Donghua university in Shanghai spoke of the event,
organized by Lectra, which brought together major Chinese companies, experts, and representatives from
the biggest schools in China.

“Exchanges on the impact of the Made in China 2025 plan on the fashion industry can better prepare
students for tomorrow’s professions, where digital and automation will occupy a far more central position
than today,” testified Li Min.

"The fashion industry is evolving so fast that sharing insights and best practices with experts and other
fashion schools has become vital to ensure we offer the best learning experience and technology tools to
our students", said Dr. Trevor J. Little, Professor of Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management in
the College of Textiles at NC State University.

“Lectra’s eighth education congress confirms the company’s commitment to our partner schools. We
shared our analysis of the market, the digitalization of the eco-system, and how Industry 4.0 principles can
be applied to the fashion industry. We also discussed mass customization and the role of PLM. While these
are key subjects for our customers, many schools are only now approaching them. We are preparing
tomorrow, today: Lectra is supporting our customers, and schools to play an essential role,” concludes
Céline Choussy Bedouet, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Lectra.

Source:

© Lectra

Customer data heralds new opportunities for fashion industry © Lectra
Lectra ESCP Europe Round Table
16.11.2017

Customer data heralds new opportunities for fashion industry

  • Amazon, EasySize, Evo Pricing and Lectra explored diverse uses for customer data during a round table event organized by the ESCP Europe - Lectra ‘Fashion & Technology’ Chair Paris

Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using fabrics, leather, technical textiles and composite materials, the French business school ESCP Europe and their joint ‘Fashion & Technology’ Chair examined the multiple ways the fashion industry’s ecosystem can use customer data, during a recent round table event at the start of the fifth Fashion Tech Week in Paris.

Elise Beuriot, senior category leader, EU Luggage, Amazon, Olivier Dancot, VP of data, Lectra, Fabrizio Fantini, founder and CEO, Evo Pricing, and Gulnaz Khusainova, founder and CEO, Easysize, agreed straight away on one key point: the analysis of customer data lends itself to limitless applications along the entire fashion value chain. Its impact is immense, whether in terms of customer satisfaction, competitiveness, revenues or waste limitation.

  • Amazon, EasySize, Evo Pricing and Lectra explored diverse uses for customer data during a round table event organized by the ESCP Europe - Lectra ‘Fashion & Technology’ Chair Paris

Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using fabrics, leather, technical textiles and composite materials, the French business school ESCP Europe and their joint ‘Fashion & Technology’ Chair examined the multiple ways the fashion industry’s ecosystem can use customer data, during a recent round table event at the start of the fifth Fashion Tech Week in Paris.

Elise Beuriot, senior category leader, EU Luggage, Amazon, Olivier Dancot, VP of data, Lectra, Fabrizio Fantini, founder and CEO, Evo Pricing, and Gulnaz Khusainova, founder and CEO, Easysize, agreed straight away on one key point: the analysis of customer data lends itself to limitless applications along the entire fashion value chain. Its impact is immense, whether in terms of customer satisfaction, competitiveness, revenues or waste limitation.

As early as the design phase, a wealth of data offers many sources of inspiration for stylists. For teams in charge of collections, “complex models allow the analysis of data like online traffic and purchase history in order to design and offer the products that consumers expect, which is a priority for a company obsessed by the customer, like Amazon,” stated Elise Beuriot. For sales, “decisions based on data trigger millions of orders. The impact on the inventory is enormous,” she added.

“Fashion is an industry where unsold items generate a lot of waste. Algorithms and big data analysis can reduce left-overs by anticipating demand several weeks ahead in order to optimize the price and replenishment,” observed Fabrizio Fantini. “Fashion companies who exploit data to inform their decisions become more efficient. They are better armed to protect their margins, but can also sell for less, and potentially reach a larger number of consumers.”

Other IT models aggregate customer data in real time ‘to determine, among hundreds of factors, those which have the biggest influence on buying decisions. Value doesn’t necessarily lie in the volume of data but in the depth of the analyses,’ claimed Gulnaz Khusainova. Easysize is careful that collected data is anonymous, she underlined, because ‘consumers need to keep control of their data, and know how it is used’.
For editors of software dedicated to fashion businesses, and suppliers of cutting machines designed for the clothing industry, “analyzing usage data from our solutions enables the offer to evolve, making each step in the value chain more efficient and perfectly adapted to the needs of the brands, retailers and manufacturers. What is at stake is better quality products, placed on the market as quickly as possible and at a reduced cost,” explained Olivier Dancot.

“It is easy to collect data, but difficult to extract actionable information. Everything hinges on data analysis,” concluded Céline Abecassis-Moedas, professor and co-scientific director of the ‘Fashion & Technology’ Chair and moderator of the round table. “Due to its emotional dimension—from the stylist’s inspiration to the consumer’s desire to buy—fashion is not an industry like others. However, all the components that make up its ecosystem can truly benefit from the judicious exploitation of customer data. Examples discussed this evening illustrate the diversity of what is possible.

More information:
Lectra
Source:

Lectra

Maroc in Mode BTE (e.V.)
Maroc in Mode
15.11.2017

Maroc in Mode 2017 - Abschlussbericht

  • 1.779 Besucher aus 22 Nationen auf der Suche nach neuen Modekonzepten und Sourcing-Manufakturen
  • Marokko auf Beschleunigungskurs im internationalen Sourcing-Wettbewerb
  • Kompaktes Angebot marokkanischer Firmen für Denim, Knitwear,geschneiderte Kollektionen in allen Bereichen sowie Zulieferer aus weiteren Nationen
  • Neue Kooperationen zur weiteren Internationalisierung der Messe und Professionalisierung der marokkanischen Bekleidungsindustrie Neu: Kooperation mit Messe Frankfurt Neu: Partnerschaft mit dem portugiesischen Textilverband
  • Marrakesch: ein Zusammentreffen der Kulturen – mit neuem Highlight des YSL Museums

Unter deutlichen Zeichen des Wachstums präsentierte sich die diesjährige Messe MAROC IN MODE - MAROC SOURCING in Marrakesch, veranstaltet vom marokkanischen Modeverband AMITH mit Unterstützung des Außenhandelsministerium sowie Maroc Export und weiteren Institutionen. Mit 1.779 Besuchern – 1.020 aus Marokko und 759 aus 21 Nationen - registrierten die Messeveranstalter einen Zuwachs von 19 % im Vergleich zur Vorjahresmesse.

  • 1.779 Besucher aus 22 Nationen auf der Suche nach neuen Modekonzepten und Sourcing-Manufakturen
  • Marokko auf Beschleunigungskurs im internationalen Sourcing-Wettbewerb
  • Kompaktes Angebot marokkanischer Firmen für Denim, Knitwear,geschneiderte Kollektionen in allen Bereichen sowie Zulieferer aus weiteren Nationen
  • Neue Kooperationen zur weiteren Internationalisierung der Messe und Professionalisierung der marokkanischen Bekleidungsindustrie Neu: Kooperation mit Messe Frankfurt Neu: Partnerschaft mit dem portugiesischen Textilverband
  • Marrakesch: ein Zusammentreffen der Kulturen – mit neuem Highlight des YSL Museums

Unter deutlichen Zeichen des Wachstums präsentierte sich die diesjährige Messe MAROC IN MODE - MAROC SOURCING in Marrakesch, veranstaltet vom marokkanischen Modeverband AMITH mit Unterstützung des Außenhandelsministerium sowie Maroc Export und weiteren Institutionen. Mit 1.779 Besuchern – 1.020 aus Marokko und 759 aus 21 Nationen - registrierten die Messeveranstalter einen Zuwachs von 19 % im Vergleich zur Vorjahresmesse. Bei den Besuchern aus dem Ausland dominierte Frankreich mit 23 %, Spanien 17 % und Deutschland 13 %. Es folgten Besucher aus Italien, Großbritannien, Portugal, Russland, sowie aus weiteren europäischen Nationen wie Belgien, Niederlande, Polen, Österreich, Schweiz, Schweden. Aus Afrika kamen Besucher aus Algerien, dem Senegal, Mauritius und Tunesien. Auch die USA waren als Besucherland vertreten. Die Besucher setzten sich aus allen Handelsbereichen wie Modekonzerne, Filialisten, Online-Handel oder markenstarke Modehersteller zusammen. Im Fokus standen die Recherchen nach neuen Produktionsunternehmen für schnelle Modethemen, aber auch innovative Produktionen wie beispielsweise ökologische Denimwear. MAROC SOURCING bot einen Überblick über internationale Vorlieferanten der Industrie aus Afrika, Europa und Asien. Marokko auf Beschleunigungskurs für internationale Bekleidungsproduktionen ‚Der Textilsektor in Marokko hat eine neue Geschwindigkeit aufgenommen, die sich auch in der Vielfalt der marokkanischen Aussteller auf der Messe widerspiegelt. 2016 betrugt der Exportumsatz 34 Mrd. DH (ca. 3 Mrd. EUR), die Prognosen für 2017 sehen eine Steigerung von 4% für 2017, so dass der Rekordexport von 36 Mrd. DH erwartet werden kann’, äußert sich Mohamed Tazi, Generaldirektor von AMITH. Bereits 2016 hatte Marokko sein zweitbestes Exportergebnis nach Europa verzeichnet und eine Steigerung von 9% im Vergleich zum Vorjahr erzielt. Die marokkanische Textilindustrie ist der größte Arbeitgeber in Marokko: 183.000 Festangestellte und 420.000 unmittelbar geschaffene Arbeitsplätze durch 1.600 Textilunternehmen, davon 1.300 mit Exportaktivitäten.

Besucherstatements
Görgens Group, Petra Meierjohann, Produktmanager, Deutschland
Die Messe „Maroc in Mode“ war für uns als Unternehmen sehr interessant. Wir konnten auf der Messe Lieferanten für unser neues Label im nachhaltigen Bereich finden. Wir haben eine relativ große Auswahl an Lieferanten für Oberteile, sowie Jeans Anbietern gefunden, die auch nach ökologischen Standards produzieren. Wir waren nicht das erste Mal auf der Messe und konnten so auch unsere bestehenden Kontakte vertiefen. Die Messe bietet uns eine gute Übersicht und erleichtert uns die Suche nach neuen Lieferanten.

TEDDY SMITH, Frau Cambon, Sourcing Manager, Frankreich
Die Strukturierung der Maroc in Mode und Maroc Sourcing in verschiedene Ecosysteme auf einer Ebene war gelungen. Die Vielfalt ist überzeugend, d. h. auch Strumpfwaren und sogar Schuhe zu finden. Die Erweiterung dieses Angebotes auf der nächsten Veranstaltung, z. B. mit Lederwaren wie Gürtel, Handtaschen etc.. würde ich sehr begrüßen.

Ausstellerstatements
Platform & Design (Tanger), Frau Nisrine Amrani, Product Developer
Zum dritten Mal stellen wir auf der MAROC IN MODE aus. Jede Messe bringt uns neue Kunden und gleichzeitig festigen wir hier unsere bestehenden Kundenkontakte. Perfekt ist für uns auch die parallel stattfindende SOURCING in MAROC, auf der wir immer neue Vorlieferanten finden. In den letzten Jahren haben sich beide Messen stetig weiter entwickelt. Mit den Marketingmaßnahmen werden wichtige prospektive Kunden für uns gewonnen.

Unser Unternehmen zählt zu den großen in Marokko mit einer Fläche von über 25.000 qm. Wir bieten Komplettangebote von Vorprodukten, Accessoires, Stoffen bis zu Design und Produktion an. Stoffe beziehen wir vielfach aus Italien und Spanien. Mit diesem ‚all-in-house’-Konzept bedienen wir weltweit Kunden – aus Europa bis zu Nordamerika.

Modaland (Casablanca), Frau Soumia Tahiri Alaoui, Merchandise Senior
Zum dritten Mal stellen wir auf der MAROC IN MODE aus. Wir produzieren Jeans, Jacken sowie alle Arten von Fertigbekleidung. Wir sind versiert in FOB, CMT und eigenen Kollektionen. Wir sind BSCI auditiert und produzieren ökologisch. Wir sind nun in Kontakten zu deutschen Firmen (Marken, Agenten und online-Shopping-Portalen).

Nicht zuletzt auch mit Hilfe der eingeführten Ecosysteme, die zur Stärkung der Professionalität der marokkanischen Textilindustrie und weiterer Industrien beitragen, investiert die marokkanische Regierung in Industrie 4.0 und unterstützt verstärkt intelligente Produktionsmechanismen für eine flexiblere, produktivere und optimiertere, aber auch ökologischere Produktion. Innovativ bot sich auch die Präsentation der Aussteller dar. Erstmals wurde ein Zelt aufgebaut, das auf einer Fläche von 5.000 qm und damit auch auf einer Ebene die verschiedenen Segmente angelehnt an die Ecosysteme Denim, Knit, Tailored Fashion und Fast Fashion sowie das Angebot von MAROC SOURCING präsentierte. Die 128 Aussteller auf der MAROC IN MODE & MAROC SOURCING zeigten sich sehr zufrieden mit den Ergebnissen der Messen. Sie lobten den exzellenten Austausch auf der Messe und die hohe Qualität der Besucher. Die meisten der Aussteller bieten FOB, CMT und eigene Kollektionen an. Hersteller und Vorlieferanten aus dem Ledersektor waren zum ersten Mal auf der Messe präsent; dieser Bereich wird zukünftig weiter ausgebaut. Der Verband verstärkt das internationale Netzwerk mit neuen Partnerschaften ATP Portugal Die Zusammenarbeit zwischen AMITH und dem portugiesischen Textilverband ATP wurden auf der Messe fixiert. Sowohl Marokko als auch Portugal verzeichnen ähnlich positive Signale für das Wachstum in der Textilindustrie. Um weitere Synergien in den Märkten für High Street-Fashion zu mobilisieren, werden die Verbände enger kooperieren. Sie werden gemeinsam ein ‚transnationales Ecosystem’ aufstellen, öffentlich und institutionell gemeinsame Ziele in der Produktivitätssteigerung setzen. Bereits auf dieser Messe waren ca. 20 Aussteller aus Portugal vertreten. Messe Frankfurt

Ein weiteres Memorandum zur Kooperation wurde zwischen AMITH und Messe Frankfurt unterzeichnet. Messe Frankfurt, weltweit agierender Messeveranstalter, wird mit seinem Netzwerk an Präsenzen in 150 Nationen, neue Perspektiven für MAROC IN MODE & MAROC SOURCING entwickeln. Mit dieser Zusammenarbeit werden insbesondere die Mittelmeeranrainerstaaten und Afrika ins Visier genommen. Messe Frankfurt ist bereits in Äthiopien und Südafrika aktiv. Die ‚Win-win’-Situation sieht vor, dass Marokko verstärkt auf den internationalen Frankfurter Messen Präsenz zeigt.

 

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Schoeller’s heated e-soft–shell wins Design Preis Schweiz © Schoeller Textil AG
Design Preis Schweiz for Schoeller
11.11.2017

Schoeller’s heated e-soft–shell wins Design Preis Schweiz

A shining example of how technology and design work interact: On 3 November, 2017, Schoeller Textil AG wins the Design Preis Schweiz 2017/18 in the textile category. E-soft-shell is a heated fabric which can be cut to size without affecting the embedded technology and is primarily suited to clothing for outdoor activities and motorcycling.

The innovative company Schoeller Textil AG from the Rhine valley is the proud winner of the Design Preis Schweiz 2017/18, picking up the award for Excellent Swiss Design in the textile category on 3 November, 2017 in Langenthal.

Together with the whole Schoeller team, the Schoeller delegation – consisting of Roland Lottenbach (Head of Research and Development, left), Dagmar Signer (Marketing, centre) and Ruedi Kühne (CFO, right) - takes enormous delight in this recognition for the many years of intensive work. The company received the award for the heated fabric, E-soft-shell. Among others, the evaluation criteria were: technologies, material combinations, zeitgeist and innovation.

E-soft-shell by the meter

A shining example of how technology and design work interact: On 3 November, 2017, Schoeller Textil AG wins the Design Preis Schweiz 2017/18 in the textile category. E-soft-shell is a heated fabric which can be cut to size without affecting the embedded technology and is primarily suited to clothing for outdoor activities and motorcycling.

The innovative company Schoeller Textil AG from the Rhine valley is the proud winner of the Design Preis Schweiz 2017/18, picking up the award for Excellent Swiss Design in the textile category on 3 November, 2017 in Langenthal.

Together with the whole Schoeller team, the Schoeller delegation – consisting of Roland Lottenbach (Head of Research and Development, left), Dagmar Signer (Marketing, centre) and Ruedi Kühne (CFO, right) - takes enormous delight in this recognition for the many years of intensive work. The company received the award for the heated fabric, E-soft-shell. Among others, the evaluation criteria were: technologies, material combinations, zeitgeist and innovation.

E-soft-shell by the meter

The Design Preis jury commented as follows on the Schoeller development: Electrically heated clothing which makes it possible for us to stay pleasantly warm in winter has long been a dream of the textiles industry. Projects in this field have hardly made it beyond the development and trial phase hitherto. But now Schoeller Textil has created E-soft-shell, a material that makes this utopia a reality. E-soft-shell is a laminate consisting of bi-elastic tissue, machined lining and a functional corkshell coating. The heating technology is integrated with the fabric in a diamond-shaped geometrical pattern. It is based on metallic yarns, making it possible for the material to be evenly heated at standard voltages. The fabric is designed to be sold off the roll, and can be cut up without affecting the embedded technology. It is suitable above all as clothing for outdoor activities or motor cycling – but applications in the fashion or wellness worlds could also come into consideration.

Jinfa Labi chooses Lectra Fashion PLM 4.0 © Lectra
Jinfa Labi chooses Lectra Fashion PLM 4.0
07.11.2017

Jinfa Labi chooses Lectra Fashion PLM 4.0

  • Lectra’s latest PLM solution selected by Jinfa Labi to improve its product development process through supply chain digitization

Paris – Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using fabrics, leather, technical textiles and composite materials, is pleased to announce that Jinfa Labi, one of the first publicly listed maternity and infant clothing companies in China, has chosen Lectra Fashion PLM 4.0 to help digitally transform their supply chain, making it more efficient, integrated and connected.

  • Lectra’s latest PLM solution selected by Jinfa Labi to improve its product development process through supply chain digitization

Paris – Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using fabrics, leather, technical textiles and composite materials, is pleased to announce that Jinfa Labi, one of the first publicly listed maternity and infant clothing companies in China, has chosen Lectra Fashion PLM 4.0 to help digitally transform their supply chain, making it more efficient, integrated and connected.

Spurred by the continued growth of the Chinese economy, young Chinese parents are now demanding maternity and baby products that are more personalized and sophisticated in terms of material and design. To meet these new market needs, Jinfa Labi has chosen to implement Lectra Fashion PLM 4.0 after researching on all PLM vendors in the market. With the help of this solution, the company aims to further improve their product development process by digitizing their entire supply chain, from design to production, enhancing business agility and collaboration. By embracing digitalization, the company hopes to make progress in adopting the government initiative “Made in China 2025”.

Lectra’s ultimate collaborative platform—Lectra Fashion PLM 4.0—gives fashion and apparel companies the extra speed and agility they need to tackle the challenges of Industry 4.0 head on. With the widest functional scope on the market, this technology serves as the intelligent backbone for the digital supply chain, facilitating the entire design-to-production process. This ensures a consistent flow of error-free data between process, technology and people, thus enabling organizations to quickly adapt to different business models and keep pace with the latest trends.

“As one of the first domestic companies to engage in R&D, design, production and distribution of baby clothing, Jinfa Labi is now growing exponentially. We are looking for a partner with a worldwide perspective and in-depth knowledge on the industry’s best practices,” said Lin Ruowen, General Manager, Jinfa Labi. “And Lectra fits the bill. Their latest PLM solution connects CAD, industry-standard software, company IT systems and external suppliers together, allowing us to fully digitize our supply chain by covering all production stages. We can then focus on improving our core competencies.”

“We are confident that Lectra will help Jinfa Labi make their mark for “Made in China 2025”. This Industry 4.0-based initiative will not only revolutionize the way in which manufacturers operate but also change the way in which the brands and retailers run their businesses. Lectra is committed to providing the technology and support that our customers need to thrive in this new digital era,” said Andreas A. Kim, Managing Director, Lectra, Greater China. “Lectra Fashion PLM 4.0 is the only PLM solution purpose-designed for the fashion industry that covers the entire value chain. We hope to leverage our 44 years of experience in the fashion industry to help Jinfa Labi succeed through operational excellence.”
 

Kathmandu selects Archroma´s Earthcolors for Capsule Collection of its Signature Hoodies © Archroma
Archroma Earthcolors
30.10.2017

Kathmandu selects Archroma´s Earthcolors for Capsule Collection of its Signature Hoodies

Reinach, Switzerland, 30 October 2017 - Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, today announced its first-ever collaboration with Kathmandu, the well-known New-Zealand born and based outdoor brand. Kathmandu selected Archroma and its EarthColors range of plant-based dyes to create a new capsule collection of the brand’s signature hoodie.

Archroma’s EarthColors range recently came to public attention for being the Gold Winner of the OutDoor Industry Award 2017, Sustainable Innovations category, where Kathmandu also presented their first hoodies just off of the production line. Archroma’s EarthColors is a line of patented plant-based dyes, sourced from up to 100 percent renewable resources. Archroma developed EarthColors using non-edible waste products, from agriculture and herbal industries, to replace petroleum derived raw materials; which are the conventional raw materials used to synthesize dyes currently. This gives brands an alternative when looking for more natural ways of dyeing garments.

Archroma and Kathmandu teamed up to create an exclusive “vintage casual” look.

Reinach, Switzerland, 30 October 2017 - Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, today announced its first-ever collaboration with Kathmandu, the well-known New-Zealand born and based outdoor brand. Kathmandu selected Archroma and its EarthColors range of plant-based dyes to create a new capsule collection of the brand’s signature hoodie.

Archroma’s EarthColors range recently came to public attention for being the Gold Winner of the OutDoor Industry Award 2017, Sustainable Innovations category, where Kathmandu also presented their first hoodies just off of the production line. Archroma’s EarthColors is a line of patented plant-based dyes, sourced from up to 100 percent renewable resources. Archroma developed EarthColors using non-edible waste products, from agriculture and herbal industries, to replace petroleum derived raw materials; which are the conventional raw materials used to synthesize dyes currently. This gives brands an alternative when looking for more natural ways of dyeing garments.

Archroma and Kathmandu teamed up to create an exclusive “vintage casual” look.

The colors available in the capsule collection: slate blue, burnt olive and burlwood rose, are made from the non-edible parts of nutshells, almond shells, rosemary, saw palmetto, bitter orange and beetroot, left over from agriculture industry or herbal extraction. The collection is available online at www.kathmandu.com.au.

“We are very proud and grateful that Kathmandu selected Archroma’s EarthColors for their first incursion into the world of nature-based colors,” comments Paul Cowell, Head of Brand Marketing in Archroma’s Brand & Performance Textile Specialties business. “Kathmandu will surely inspire other brands and retailers to explore and adopt eco - advanced innovations. With the help of Kathmandu, Archroma is again showing the apparel industry the way to go, one collection at a time. Because it’s our nature!” “We have been using recycled materials for over 20 years and we are constantly looking for new technologies to develop more sustainable outdoor gear, adds Manu Rastogi, Textile R&D and Responsible Materials Manager for Kathmandu. “Dyeing techniques using plants have been around for centuries, but they require adding huge amounts of mordants* and fixatives**, which could lead to water pollution.

They also tend to have poor light and wash fastness which is undesirable for the consumer and does not promote article longevity. So when we heard about Archroma’s EarthColors, we were immediately excited by what is probably the first technology allowing colors to be synthesized from plants rather than petroleum while keeping similar performance.” Kathmandu selected Archroma and its EarthColors range of plant-based dyes to create a new capsule collection of the brand’s signature hoodie. (Photographs: Kathmandu) Archroma’s EarthColors is a line of patent-pending plant-based dyes, sourced from up to 100 percent renewable resources. (Photo: Archroma)

Kathmandu® Registered trademark
*alum, iron, copper, tin, chrome
** salt, tannings, vinegar

CHIC Herbst 2017 (c) JANDALI MODE.MEDIEN.MESSEN
CHIC Herbst 2017
18.10.2017

CHIC 2017 AUTUMN – Schanghai

CHIC 2017 AUTUMN – Schanghai, 11.-13. Oktober 2017
Mit Blick auf die Zukunft


CHIC als die wichtigste Plattform für das Modebusiness in China hat die Zukunft im Visier

  • Mehr als 65.700 Besucher aus ganz China und dem Ausland
  • Exzellente Performance chinesischer und internationaler Marken mit Fokus auf Qualität und Akzent auf Kollektionen im Debut-Luxus-Bereich
  • Corporate Social Responsibility nimmt immens an Bedeutung zu

“Wir unterliegen keinen Konventionen und ruhen uns nicht auf vergangenen Erfolgen aus.”
Chen Dapeng, Leiter CHIC und Vize-Präsident von CNGA

Insgesamt 65.722 Fachbesucher nahmen an der CHIC 2017 Autumn teil. Ein besonderer Schwerpunkt wurde auf neue und innovative Kollektion gelegt. Mehr als je zuvor suchen Händler nach hoher Qualität und exklusiven Kollektionen. Zusätzlich spielen auch Chinas Bestrebungen für einen sauberen Planeten eine wichtige Rolle im Modebusiness. Ein „grüner Faden“ zog sich durch die gesamt CHIC Autumn 2017.

CHIC 2017 AUTUMN – Schanghai, 11.-13. Oktober 2017
Mit Blick auf die Zukunft


CHIC als die wichtigste Plattform für das Modebusiness in China hat die Zukunft im Visier

  • Mehr als 65.700 Besucher aus ganz China und dem Ausland
  • Exzellente Performance chinesischer und internationaler Marken mit Fokus auf Qualität und Akzent auf Kollektionen im Debut-Luxus-Bereich
  • Corporate Social Responsibility nimmt immens an Bedeutung zu

“Wir unterliegen keinen Konventionen und ruhen uns nicht auf vergangenen Erfolgen aus.”
Chen Dapeng, Leiter CHIC und Vize-Präsident von CNGA

Insgesamt 65.722 Fachbesucher nahmen an der CHIC 2017 Autumn teil. Ein besonderer Schwerpunkt wurde auf neue und innovative Kollektion gelegt. Mehr als je zuvor suchen Händler nach hoher Qualität und exklusiven Kollektionen. Zusätzlich spielen auch Chinas Bestrebungen für einen sauberen Planeten eine wichtige Rolle im Modebusiness. Ein „grüner Faden“ zog sich durch die gesamt CHIC Autumn 2017.

CHIC setzt verstärkt auf das Thema “Corporate Social Responsibility”. Das China Fashion Forum widmete die Inhalte dieser Ausgabe ganz dem Thema. Einen bahnbrechenden Impuls gab die Rede von Herrn Sun Ruizhe, Präsident von China National Textile and Apparel Council, in der er die Bedeutung von Nachhaltigkeit in der heutigen Wirtschaft betonte. „Es ist eine Pflicht“, appelliert er an die gesamte Bekleidungsindustrie.

Die florierende Marktwirtschaft in China war auch auf der Messe spürbar. Die Initiative „One Belt, One Road“ trägt zur Stimulation des Marktes bei, belebt neue Absatzregionen und unterstützt den Handel in der weltweiten Bekleidungsindustrie. Mehr als sonst nutzten die Aussteller die Messe, um technologische, ökologische und moderne Neuheiten vorzustellen.

815 Modemarken präsentieren neue Fashion Styles
783 Aussteller aus 16 Ländern und Regionen präsentierten 815 Modemarken auf der CHIC. Der Großteil der Aussteller kam aus China, aber auch viele Nationen aus Europa, wie Dänemark, Frankreich, Großbritannien, Griechenland, Italien, Polen, Schweden, aus Asien, darunter Indien, Pakistan, Südkorea, Hongkong, Japan, und aus Amerika, wie die USA und Brasilien, profitierten von dieser Modebusiness-Plattform. Klar definierte Segmente waren in 9 Ausstellungsbereiche strukturiert: URBAN VIEW, NEW LOOK, KIDS PARADISE, FASHION JOURNEY, HERITAGE, IMPULSES, SECRET STARS, SUPERIOR FACTORY, THE UNIT. Integriert als Shows-in-Show: CHIC YOUNG BLOOD, Shanghai Bag Expo und PREVIEW IN CHINA aus Südkorea.

Die Modeneuheiten
Smarte Maßanfertigungsmodelle, smarte Modeprodukte und smarte synergetische Innovationen wurden vorgestellt. Ein Highlight war der Shaoxing Pavillon der einen Schwerpunkt auf Smart Casualwear legte. Unter den Ausstellern waren 13 Unternehmen für Formalwear neben Herstellern für perfekte Maßanfertigung, die ihre Kollektionen präsentierten. Bespoke Menswear war eines der führenden Themen auf der CHIC Autumn mit Spezialisten wie CEZON, ASPOP, TAIZHOU GOLDJITAI GARMENT, LONG-SAILING und JINYUANYANG. Die Begehrlichkeit von Maßanfertigungen spiegelt die Marktnachfrage nach Individualität und Personalisierung wider. So stellte selbst die Jeanswear-Marke IN CELL ihren Bespoke-Service auf der Messe vor.

Im Bereich KIDS PARADISE zeigten die Schuluniform-Marken ETON KIDD und YUANLOU Innovationen wie Kleidungsstücke mit antibakterieller, wasserabweisender, anti-Schmutz und antiallergischer Funktion. YUANLOU präsentierte des Weiteren eine tragbare Ortungstechnologie, mit deren Hilfe Eltern den Aufenthaltsort ihres Kindes ermitteln können. Neben der Standpräsentation veranstaltete YUANLOU auch ein Seminar zur Bedeutung von sozialer Verantwortung im Bereich von Schuluniformen und deren Umsetzung durch die Verwendung von umweltfreundlichen und gesundheitsverträglichen Materialien. Eines ihrer Haupt-Exportländer ist Großbritannien. HLL TECHNOLOGY bietet Materialien und Heimtextilien mit Anti-Mücken-Schutz für Kinder und Schwangere, die 90% aller Mücken abhalten.

Im THE UNIT-Bereich nahm unter anderem TENGFEI Technology teil, die tragbare Bekleidungstechnologie mit Modeaspekten verbinden. Ihr „Body Plus First Guardian“-BH besitzt eine Chipkarte, die den Herzschlag beim Sport aufzeichnet. Zudem präsentierten sie ihre 3D-Technologie, die eine nahtlose Produktion ermöglicht.

Weiteres Highlight der Messe war ,fast fashion/fast response´.
Im Bereich Shanghai Bag Expo erfuhren Marken wie CARLTON, der UK-Spezialist für Taschen, besondere Aufmerksamkeit. Auch die Taschenkollektion von CALVIN KLEIN kam bei den Besuchern gut an. Ebenso viel Aufmerksamkeit erregte auch LOVCAT, die beliebte It-Bag vieler Prominenter.

Auf der Messe war ein immenses Upgrade sichtbar, vor allem viele Aussteller im Womenswear-Bereich boten exklusive Styles wie CARLA LOPEZ, AMANDA NAVAI, ONCITE. Zu den Damenmodeanbietern im Bereich URBAN VIEW zählt auch LYSHOWS, ein Modekonglomerat aus Shenzen, der auf der CHIC 27 Marken präsentierte, darunter Strickmode, neue chinesische Mode mit traditionellen Reminiszenzen und weitere modische Produkte. REDSHOW zeigte seine Urbanwear Parka-Kollektion sowie seine Designerkollektion Beide wurden von den Besuchern sehr positiv aufgenommen und verbuchten eine Vielzahl an Aufträgen. Ein weiterer Eyecatcher war die Haute Couture Marke LIU SHI WORKSHOP.

Elegante Womenswear, Menswear, Schuhe und Modeaccessoires wurden im italienischen Pavillon und im französischen Pavillon “Paris Forever” im internationalen Bereich FASHION JOURNEY präsentiert. Die koreanische Beteiligung PREVIEW IN CHINA fokussierte diesmal (auf) Designermarken und erfuhr damit viel Aufmerksamkeit. Einzelaussteller aus Kanada, Dänemark, Griechenland zeigten ihre neuesten Kollektionen von Kaschmir-Womenswear, Hüten und Schmuck.

Der deutliche Konsumententrend zu mehr Individualität führt zu einer steigenden Nachfrage nach Accessoires; diese Entwicklung reflektiert der Bereich SECRET STARS. Vor allem nationale Aussteller wie das hochwertige Hut-Unternehmen HASUPTAM zeigen hier die neuesten Accessoire-Trends. Aber auch ausländische Aussteller wie KAZA aus Japan und ZIIO aus Italien bedienen den immer detailverliebteren und modebewussteren Geschmack chinesischer Konsumenten.

Junge Designer-Streetwear wurde auf der CHIC YOUNG BLOOD ausgestellt, darunter AMAZONAS aus Brasilien, die mit jugendlichen Flipflops überzeugten. Die junge Damenmodekollektion von SOUP, eine koreanische Marke mit rund 300 Läden in Korea und 12 in China, erregte großes Aufsehen.

Besondere Aufmerksamkeit erhielten die jungen, aufstrebenden Designer im IMPULSES-Bereich, wie die ästhetische Kollektion von Hua Mu Shen, die frische Styles mit Elementen der traditionellen chinesischen Kultur verbindet oder der Gothic-Style von Shi Jie. Die polnische Marke Mara Gibbucci hatte im IMPULSES-Bereich ihren China-Start und überzeugte die Besucher mit ihren Leinenkleidern.

Der Umweltschwerpunkt auf der CHIC – die ‚Sustainability Zone’
Die von China National Textil and Apparel Council organisierte Sustainability Zone in Halle 2 feierte auf der CHIC ihre Premiere und zog direkt viele Besucher an. Neben Modeherstellern, die ihre neuesten Innovationen hinsichtlich umweltfreundlicher Produktionsmethoden und Social Responsibility-Initiativen vorstellten, fand hier auch das China Fashion Forum statt, das sich auf Corporate Social Responsibility konzentrierte. China setzt auf die Philosophie von Umweltschutz und sozialer Verantwortung. Umweltfreundliche Initiativen wurden von vielen Unternehmen ins Leben gerufen, wie von FRUIT DYE aus Foshan City, Guangdong Provinz, welche Textilien zu 100% ohne chemische Zusätze färben oder die Entwicklung einer Kaffee-Karbon-Faser, hergestellt aus Kaffeeresten, durch SHANGHAI DIFFERENT CHEMICAL FIBRE, Shangtex Group Shanghai. Das Thema wird auf der kommenden Märzveranstaltung aufgegriffen und erweitert, z.B. mit der Einführung des Bereichs CHIC GREEN für umweltfreundliche Mode.

Servicemotor CHIC
Die Dienstleistungen im Bereich Matchings mit Handelszusammenführungen wurden weiter ausgebaut, z.B. mit dem neuen Sevicetool “CHIC app”, das bei der diesjährigen Herbstausgabe zum ersten Mal zum Einsatz kam. Die „CHIC app“ liefert Besuchern nützliche Hinweise für ihren Messebesuch. Aussteller profitieren von der Möglichkeit, Besucher direkt kontaktieren zu können, sobald diese das Messegelände betreten haben. Die „CHIC app“ ist nur während der Messezeit und ausschließlich auf dem Messegelände aktiv. Alle Daten werden anschließend gelöscht. Besucher können sich so schneller legitimieren, eine insgesamt verbesserte Besuchserfahrung machen.

Die VIP-Besucher-Lounge begrüßte Besuchergruppen von wichtigen Onlineplattformen wie JD.com, amazon.cn, Tmall, netease; von Multibrand-Shops und Showrooms wie Dong Liang, tucheng, THE MIX PLACE, Fashion Stone, Water Stone Market, Agenturen wie Beijing Junsi Yi Zhuopin. Alle zeigten großes Interesse an internationalen Kollektionen.

Mit 25 Jahren Erfahrung ist CHIC eine überlegene Plattform mit umfassenden Ressourcen für Geschäftsverhandlungen, die Entwicklung von Vertriebskanälen, Ressourcenintegration, international Kooperationen, Markttests, grenzübergreifende Zusammenarbeit, Kapitalverknüpfung etc.

Die nächste Ausgabe der CHIC Shanghai March findet vom 14.-16. März 2018 statt. Sie wird den Fokus auf die Aufwertung und Entwicklung von kreativer design-orientierter Mode richten und gleichzeitig den intelligenten Service und die Unterstützung weiter ausbauen, um alle Ansprüche des neuen Handels zu erfüllen.

 

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INVISTA at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics ©Messe Frankfurt
INVISTA to showcase ‘Innovative Attitude’ at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics
27.09.2017

INVISTA at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics

  • INVISTA to showcase ‘Innovative Attitude’ at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics
  • Innovative INVISTA products, findings from a new textile industry IP protection survey, in-depth consumer insights and fashion trends will be revealed

INVISTA, one of the world’s largest integrated producers of polymers and fibres, will showcase the innovative attitudes enabling it to maintain a leading position in the textile industry at the upcoming Rendez-Vous 2017 at October’s Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – the world’s most influential apparel event. INVISTA Rendez-Vous will showcase innovative INVISTA products, offer consumer insights and reveal the results of a textile industry IP protection survey.

INVISTA Rendez-Vous 2017 will be held at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics 11 – 13 October at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, with INVISTA occupying two booths in hall 5.2 E49 and hall 7.2 E55. 

  • INVISTA to showcase ‘Innovative Attitude’ at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics
  • Innovative INVISTA products, findings from a new textile industry IP protection survey, in-depth consumer insights and fashion trends will be revealed

INVISTA, one of the world’s largest integrated producers of polymers and fibres, will showcase the innovative attitudes enabling it to maintain a leading position in the textile industry at the upcoming Rendez-Vous 2017 at October’s Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – the world’s most influential apparel event. INVISTA Rendez-Vous will showcase innovative INVISTA products, offer consumer insights and reveal the results of a textile industry IP protection survey.

INVISTA Rendez-Vous 2017 will be held at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics 11 – 13 October at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, with INVISTA occupying two booths in hall 5.2 E49 and hall 7.2 E55. 

As a global authoritative trade show in textile industry, Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics has been a platform for INVISTA to communicate with players across the value chain for 23 years. This year’s event will be no exception. The rich and vivid content delivered at the show will focus on INVISTA’s Innovative Attitude to consumers, partners as well as the whole industry.

To build a healthy and sustainable marketing environment, INVISTA cooperated with a number of media organisations to conduct a survey on IP protection in the textile industry. The results will be revealed during a seminar entitled ‘Innovation and IP: An Avenue for Sustainable Textile Industry Development’, which will be held on 11 October, 2:45 – 3:45pm in the Textile Dialogue area in hall 5.2. Representatives from textile industry associations, legal firms and INVISTA will share the findings and offer insights during what will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of INVISTA Rendez-Vous 2017.

The main pavilion of the show will be located in the International Hall (hall 5.2), where three of INVISTA’s most innovative products will be on show. Visitors will experience the latest possibilities offered by LYCRA® MOVESTM BRA, LYCRA® MOVESTM LEGGINGS and LYCRA® MOVESTM HOSIERY.

LYCRA® MOVESTM BRA

According to consumer research conducted in 2016, bra products in China’s domestic market don’t match consumer demands in a host of critical areas, including support, comfort and aesthetic design. To address these concerns, streamline the industry and consolidate its leadership, INVISTA is launching LYCRA® lastingFIT technology for bra wings. In addition, INVISTA’s cutting-edge technology can contribute to meeting specific quality standards in bra wing fabrics, enabling Chinese consumers to experience higher levels of comfort and the appropriate support they expect from a bra in different occasions.

LYCRA® MOVESTM LEGGINGS

INVISTA’s longstanding commitment to legging fabrics will also be on display at Rendez-Vous. INVISTA’s LYCRA® MOVESTM LEGGINGS has already spawned LYCRA® SPORT Power-Comfort-Energy (PCE™) index-certified fabrics, which are now commercially available.

The revolutionary fabrics present excellent recovery performance for LYCRA® SPORT legging products. They also offer the industry an opportunity to develop a number of targeted segment markets – from compression and medium compress to light compression leggings.

LYCRA® MOVESTM HOSIERY

LYCRA® MOVESTM HOSIERY is all about fabric technology innovation. Due to excellent properties, such as anti-laddering, fit and durability as well as comfortable waistbands, INVISTA’s LYCRA® FUSIONTM technology has already been widely adopted in China’s hosiery sector.

A Packed Pavilion

At the LYCRA® MOVESTM Denim pavilion in the Beyond Denim hall (7.2), visitors won’t just see the innovative denim products offered by INVISTA; they will also learn about three themes highlighted through consumer insights – fit, shape and embracing heat & cold. There will also be a special session outlining the latest woven bottom trends, hosted by INVISTA experts.

Introduced commercially in 2010, LYCRA® dualFX® dual core yarn technology provides denim with super stretch and super recovery that fits all day and every day. It effectively prevents seam slippage and uneven fabric surfaces, keeping denim looking good, feeling comfortable and fitting, which in turn creates new denim fabric applications and fashion trends in the China market.

Last But Not Least

An interactive program, that includes visitors uploading pictures they take at the INVISTA booth to the official INVISTA WeChat account, will give every visitor a chance to win a special INVISTA gift. Visit INVISTA at hall 5.2 E49 and hall 7.2 E55 from 11 – 13 October at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics 2017.

Diese Frühjahr-Sommer-Saison 2018 entführt uns die Kollektion von Graciela Huam auf den Gray Beach, den Strand von Lima.  ©GRACIELA HUAM
Graciela Huam Frühjahr-Sommer-Saison 2018
21.09.2017

GRACIELA HUAM SPRING SUMMER 2018 - Gray Beach

  • This Spring Summer Season 2018 Graciela Huam's second knit collection takes us to the Gray Beach…

Northern Europe is known for its short summer, the cool wind during the morning and evening and its unpredictable climate. Those countries are not warm even during the summer season.

Therefore, many people often travel to the south: Spain, Italy, Portugal or Asia longing for sun, sand and sea. And there is Lima, a coastal city with a good climate and a characteristic grey sky throughout the year, where the sun is hidden among the dense clouds, but despite this detail, its strong presence is still felt. If we move to Lima, we lie on the sand and cast our gaze to the sky as it teleports us to the cold northern European sky with the difference that our presence is on that warm gray beach.

Graciela Huam takes its heritage and inspiration from The Netherlands and Peru, those are the countries that influence and guide her work. The designer combines the vibrant Peruvian culture with the Dutch avant-garde design and her favorite colours are powered by the landscapes of both.

  • This Spring Summer Season 2018 Graciela Huam's second knit collection takes us to the Gray Beach…

Northern Europe is known for its short summer, the cool wind during the morning and evening and its unpredictable climate. Those countries are not warm even during the summer season.

Therefore, many people often travel to the south: Spain, Italy, Portugal or Asia longing for sun, sand and sea. And there is Lima, a coastal city with a good climate and a characteristic grey sky throughout the year, where the sun is hidden among the dense clouds, but despite this detail, its strong presence is still felt. If we move to Lima, we lie on the sand and cast our gaze to the sky as it teleports us to the cold northern European sky with the difference that our presence is on that warm gray beach.

Graciela Huam takes its heritage and inspiration from The Netherlands and Peru, those are the countries that influence and guide her work. The designer combines the vibrant Peruvian culture with the Dutch avant-garde design and her favorite colours are powered by the landscapes of both.

The products are designed in the Netherlands and created in the Andes of Peru, using only the most exclusive Peruvian materials such as the luxurious Alpaca and the famous Pima Cotton. All garments are made by passionate and skilled Peruvian craftspeople. This results in beautiful and high quality garments and a contemporary, prêt-à-porter style, creating versatile collections of knitwear.

Graciela Huam follows the principles of responsible and sustainable production, using traditional methods in order to achieve quality that is superior to industrially made products.

The brand is committed to partnering with local entrepreneur artisans and is working in association with a group certified with the principles of fair trade. Knitwear will always be a good investment and just like a work of art can create a truly iconic end result.

The choice of fabrics and production of Graciela Huam's knitted garments combined with this unique technique will reveal to you the high dedication and passion the designer feels for her work.

CHIC Autumn Shanghai vom 11. bis 13. Oktober 2017 ©JANDALI MODE.MEDIEN.MESSEN
CHIC Opening
15.09.2017

CHIC Autumn Shanghai vom 11. bis 13. Oktober 2017

  • Sustainability Zone
  • Intelligent Bespoke
  • Aufstrebende Marken sind die neuen Stars
Vom 11.-13. Oktober 2017 werden sich bei der 3. Ausgabe der CHIC Autumn rund 850 Aussteller aus mehr als 20 Ländern und Regionen in Shanghai präsentieren.
  • Sustainability Zone
  • Intelligent Bespoke
  • Aufstrebende Marken sind die neuen Stars
Vom 11.-13. Oktober 2017 werden sich bei der 3. Ausgabe der CHIC Autumn rund 850 Aussteller aus mehr als 20 Ländern und Regionen in Shanghai präsentieren.
Die diesjährige Herbstveranstaltung wartet mit einigen Neuheiten und interessanten Themen auf:
 
-Nachhaltigkeit
In der neuen Sustainability Zone präsentieren internationale Marken wie C&A, Zara, Coca Cola… ihre Konzepte und Projekt im Bereich Nachhaltigkeit. Wissenschaftlichen Input geben unter anderem die deutschen Hohenstein Institute.
 
-Intelligent Bespoke
Um den gestiegenen Ansprüchen der Konsumenten Rechnung zu tragen, beschäftigt sich ein eigener Bereich mit Techniken zur Maßanfertigung, u.a HUAPIN Tailor und STOR Cezon.
 
-Neue Stars
Immer mehr aufstrebende Marken zeigen ihre Kollektionen auf der CHIC Autumn, wie SUORYY, LUYU, ZICHEN etc.
 
Unter den internationalen Beteiligungen findet sich auch wieder die PREWIEW IN CHINA aus Südkorea. Weitere Anziehungspunkte werden die Gemeinschaftsbeteiligungen aus Frankreich und Italien sein. Die Bandbreite der Marken von Menswear, Womenswear und Kidswear, wie HB Uomo, Giovanni Fabiani… unterstreicht den Erfolg von „Made in Italy“ in China.
 
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Neue Outdoor-Studie von Marketmedia24 bestätigt Trendwende ©Marketmedia24
Umsatz im Outdoor-Handel 2017
12.09.2017

Neue Outdoor-Studie von Marketmedia24 bestätigt Trendwende

Ausgaben für Outdoor-Artikel steigen um 2,1 Prozent

Die Trendwende kam fast überraschend: Nachdem auf zügelloses Wachstum harte Konsolidierungsjahre folgten, ging es für die Outdoor-Branche 2016 wieder aufwärts. Mit durchschnittlich rund 23 Euro gaben die Deutschen 2,1 Prozent mehr für Outdoor-Bekleidung, -Schuhe, -Hardware, Zelte und Schlafsäcke aus als noch 2015.

Und die Zeichen stehen gut dafür, dass die Branche, die Olaf Wittayer, Geschäftsführer der Outdoor-Profis des Händlerverbundes Sport 2000 als einen „der stabilsten Bereiche im gesamten Sportbusiness“ bezeichnet, weiter wächst. Sogar auf über 2,5 Milliarden Euro Marktvolumen könnte es die Branche bis 2025 bringen, zeigt der jetzt von Marketmedia24 neu aufgelegte „Branchen-REPORT Outdoor 2017“. Partizipieren werden aber nur jene Marktteilnehmer, die sich nicht allein auf den Trend verlassen.

Ausgaben für Outdoor-Artikel steigen um 2,1 Prozent

Die Trendwende kam fast überraschend: Nachdem auf zügelloses Wachstum harte Konsolidierungsjahre folgten, ging es für die Outdoor-Branche 2016 wieder aufwärts. Mit durchschnittlich rund 23 Euro gaben die Deutschen 2,1 Prozent mehr für Outdoor-Bekleidung, -Schuhe, -Hardware, Zelte und Schlafsäcke aus als noch 2015.

Und die Zeichen stehen gut dafür, dass die Branche, die Olaf Wittayer, Geschäftsführer der Outdoor-Profis des Händlerverbundes Sport 2000 als einen „der stabilsten Bereiche im gesamten Sportbusiness“ bezeichnet, weiter wächst. Sogar auf über 2,5 Milliarden Euro Marktvolumen könnte es die Branche bis 2025 bringen, zeigt der jetzt von Marketmedia24 neu aufgelegte „Branchen-REPORT Outdoor 2017“. Partizipieren werden aber nur jene Marktteilnehmer, die sich nicht allein auf den Trend verlassen.

Das Outdoor-Geschäft hat sich zum wichtigsten Teilmarkt im Geschäft mit Sportartikeln entwickelt. Und für 80 Prozent der Mitglieder der größten Interessensvertretung der Outdoor-Branche, European Outdoor Group (EOG), ist das Geschäftsjahr 2016 sogar besser als erwartet gelaufen. Allerdings haben zunehmende Sättigungseffekte auf dem wirtschaftlich wie auch gesellschaftlich attraktiven Markt dafür gesorgt, dass der Wettbewerbsdruck wächst und damit die Professionalisierung stetig zunehmen muss. Schwächelnde bzw. vernachlässigte Marken werden vor diesem Hintergrund gnadenlos bestraft sprich übernommen bzw. hängen am Tropf von Investoren.

Trends rocken die Branche

Es geht auch anders. Beispielsweise sind konsequente Nachhaltigkeitsstrategien an respektablen Umsatzzuwächsen ablesbar. Darüber hinaus resultieren aus dem Zusammenwachsen von Outdoor, Sport und Mode – Stichwort Athleisure – neue Chancen. Diese Fusion von Funktions- und Alltagsbekleidung, die insbesondere unter der urbanen Bevölkerung an-kommt, ruft allerdings auch neue Wettbewerber auf den Plan. Style war noch nie so wichtig wie heute, wissen Markenmacher, die sich zudem auf massive Käuferwünsche nach Individualisierung einstellen müssen. Das macht für die Hersteller den Eintritt in das Industrie 4.0-Zeitalter zwingend. Denn mit intelligenten Produktionseinheiten sind die vom Konsumenten nachgefragten Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten wesentlich größer als in der händisch gefertigten Produktion in Asien.

Handel muss digitalen Wandel schaffen

Auch auf Distributionsebene ist die Kombination von Kundennähe und Innovation das Maß der Zukunft. Denn selbst der loyale aber alternde Kundenstamm des stationären Fachhandels sichert nicht das Überleben. Verjüngung ist das Ziel, für das mit Retail 4.0 Informationen zum Verstehen des Kundenbedarfs und seines Verhaltens genutzt werden müssen. Der Online-Wettbewerb macht es vor. Das hat bei den Onlinern zu Bestmarken geführt und vor allem den Outdoor-Facheinzelhandel seit 2012 1,3 Prozentpunkte seiner Anteile am Gesamtumsatz gekostet. Allerdings nimmt im interaktiven Handel die Dynamik leicht ab und die Reifephase beginnt. Dabei ist im Online-Segment ein fortschreitender Konzentrationsprozess zu erkennen. Die großen Drei - Amazon, Otto und Zalando - beherrschen klar das Ranking der größten E-Shops, die alle Outdoor-Artikel in ihrem Portfolio anbieten.

Größter Onlineshop, der fast ausschließlich mit Outdoor-Ware handelt, ist Globetrotter mit einem geschätzten Umsatz von jährlich 50 Millionen Euro im reinen Online-Geschäft. Die beiden weiteren großen Outdoor-Portale Bergzeit und Bergfreunde dürften inzwischen eben-falls bei etwa 40 Millionen Euro Jahresumsatz liegen, so die Marketmedia24-Experten. „In kaum einer anderen Branche gab es in letzter Zeit so viele Zusammenschlüsse wie im Sportbereich“, weiß Jochen Fendt, Diplom Sportökonom und Autor des neuen „Branchen-REPORT Outdoor 2017“. „Auch Bergfreunde ging 2013 als Teil von Backcountry an den US-amerikanischen Finanzinvestor TSG. Bergzeit wurde 2012 von der Südtiroler Sportler AG geschluckt“.

Parallel nimmt der Professionalisierungsgrad im Outdoor-Handel stetig zu. Dabei fokussieren sowohl der stationäre als auch der Online-Handel im markenorientierten Mittel- bis Hochpreissegment eine immer ähnlicher werdende Zielgruppe mit sich angleichenden Bedürfnissen. Während die Hersteller selbst zunehmend in das Wettbewerbsgeschehen ein-greifen. Damit steht für die Zukunft des Facheinzelhandels – und damit der Nummer eins am Markt – fest, dass der Marktanteil dieser Spezialisten weiter sinkt. Trotzdem hält das optimistische Marktszenario im „Branchen-REPORT Outdoor 2017“ bis 2025 ein Wachstum von rund 20 Prozent für möglich.

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Archroma powers ‘Design Seeds’ with accurate, achievable color ©Archroma
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11.09.2017

Archroma powers ‘Design Seeds’ with accurate, achievable color

Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, has partnered with the popular color inspiration site Design Seeds, on a series of seasonal stories featuring colors found in the Color Atlas by Archroma®. Design Seeds founder Jessica Colaluca and the site have more than 1,250,000 followers combined across social media platforms, and Design Seeds itself gets around 300,000 viewers every month.

“Archroma Color Management and Design Seeds is a match made in heaven,” said Colaluca. “I had declined partnering with brands or incorporating sponsored content on the site for over seven years until I met the incredible folks at Archroma. Beyond our obvious shared passion for color, we share a dedication to empowering designers. And as a designer, I fell in love with the Color Atlas. It is a brilliant system overflowing with modern color.”

Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, has partnered with the popular color inspiration site Design Seeds, on a series of seasonal stories featuring colors found in the Color Atlas by Archroma®. Design Seeds founder Jessica Colaluca and the site have more than 1,250,000 followers combined across social media platforms, and Design Seeds itself gets around 300,000 viewers every month.

“Archroma Color Management and Design Seeds is a match made in heaven,” said Colaluca. “I had declined partnering with brands or incorporating sponsored content on the site for over seven years until I met the incredible folks at Archroma. Beyond our obvious shared passion for color, we share a dedication to empowering designers. And as a designer, I fell in love with the Color Atlas. It is a brilliant system overflowing with modern color.”

Through the site, Colaluca provides daily color stories, utilizing dynamic, thought-provoking images. In a new Design Seeds feature sponsored by Archroma she creates ‘seasonal atlas’ which offers storied vignettes of creative color and inspiration. Color Atlas by Archroma® codes are provided for all colors in the inspiration resource. The ‘seasonal atlas’ is catalogued on the Design Seeds site, distributed at trade shows and is available for download.

“It’s critical to designers working in today’s global fashion industry to select color that is achievable from the very start of a project,” says Chris Hipps, Global Director, Archroma Color Management. “Here at Archroma, our suite of color tools, from the Color Atlas to our online Color Search tool to our industry-renowned Engineered Color Standards, are all designed to help designers capture their inspiration, and ensure that their color choices remain consistent across global production processes.”

“We brainstormed on how to enhance what we can offer creatives through our partnership and that is when the concept of the ‘seasonal atlas’ was born. Through Archroma’s sponsorship, I am able to create the expanded inspiration resource on the site. And by featuring Color Atlas codes, folks are getting a gorgeous color match from concept to execution which I believe no other system can provide,” adds Colaluca.

When creating Design Seeds, Colaluca mixes each color swatch individually. She uses digital software much as she had gouache paint back in the early days of her career. For the seasonal atlas she then works with the Archroma team to translate her collection into selections from the 4,320 swatches in the six-volume Color Atlas. Fans of any color story can then refer to the Archroma color number which references swatches in the Color Atlas. Each color is readily available as an Engineered Color Standard and the digital reflectance data. All colors are also supported in Color Atlas Online (coloratlas.archroma.com) with dye formulas on multiple substrates, Hex, CMYK, sRGB values and a selection of surrounding similar Colors.

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Business Beyond Borders, Texworld Paris 18th – 21st September 2017
Business Beyond Borders
11.09.2017

Business Beyond Borders, Texworld Paris 18th – 21st September 2017

  • Asia comes to Paris and is ready to buy

The next Business Beyond Borders matchmaking event will take place in Paris at Texworld, the leading textile, clothing and apparel trade fair, September 2017.

After two successful matchmaking sessions at Genera (Madrid) and African Utility Week (Cape Town), the next Business Beyond Borders (BBB) matchmaking event turns its attention to one of the most renowned European trade fairs – Texworld - the leading textile, clothing and apparel trade fair. Twice a year Texworld Paris welcomes exhibitors and professional buyers from all over the world a rich variety of products from basic textiles to creative high-end fabrics of excellent quality. Hosting thousands of visitors, Texworld Paris is famous as the must-attend market for textile companies, especially from the EU and Asian side.

  • Asia comes to Paris and is ready to buy

The next Business Beyond Borders matchmaking event will take place in Paris at Texworld, the leading textile, clothing and apparel trade fair, September 2017.

After two successful matchmaking sessions at Genera (Madrid) and African Utility Week (Cape Town), the next Business Beyond Borders (BBB) matchmaking event turns its attention to one of the most renowned European trade fairs – Texworld - the leading textile, clothing and apparel trade fair. Twice a year Texworld Paris welcomes exhibitors and professional buyers from all over the world a rich variety of products from basic textiles to creative high-end fabrics of excellent quality. Hosting thousands of visitors, Texworld Paris is famous as the must-attend market for textile companies, especially from the EU and Asian side.

Business Beyond Borders supports businesses, especially Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Clusters, to operate internationally. During the fair, BBB facilitates the participation and meetings between relevant potential trading partners from Europe and abroad with the aim of assisting them in the conclusion of business deals.

Welcoming Arnaldo Abruzzini, CEO of EUROCHAMBRES, says “with over 80% international exhibitors, Texworld is the perfect marketplace for EU textile SMEs keen to do business internationally”. Takin into account the Free Trade Agreements which have been concluded by the EU in the last five years and those that are currently under negotiation, the EU is making several progresses in facilitating international trade as well as on the simplification of the Rules of Origin. “The BBB matchmaking at Texworld present itself an opportunity to increase the export rate of textile and clothing products to non-EU markets, which currently stands at 20%.”

The event will also be supprted by Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), the world’s largest support network for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with international ambitions. “With over 15 EEN partners co-organising the event – says Federica Leonetti, Chair of the Textile & Fashion EEN Sector Group – the companies taking part in the BBB matching event at Texworld will receive personalised support to be successful in their goals.”  

Companies attending the BBB Matchmaking will be able to benefit from a unique package:

• Free access to Texworld and to the connected shows: Apparel Sourcing, Avantex, Shawls and Scarves;
• Business meetings perfectly matching each BBB delegate needs and preferences taking place in a convenient matchmaking area at the heart of the trade fair;
• Access to technical sessions in the strategic conference on IPR, Market Access and the Circular Economy in the textile and clothing sector;
• Access to an international and well placed worldwide network, including several EU-funded support schemes;
• Participation in the BBB Social Media Competition for a chance to further promote your business online;
• Professional assistance on the spot and after the event to make the participation tailored to the needs of each BBB delegate;
 
The registration is now open at https://www.b2match.eu/texworld2017. More than 200 companies are expected to attend the B2B Meetings in the dedicated BBB area.
 
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Green products to be centre stage at October’s Yarn Expo Autumn ©Messe Frankfurt
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08.09.2017

Green products to be centre stage at October’s Yarn Expo Autumn

  • Debut BCI Pavilion joined by Sateri and Birla Planet Pavilions to showcase eco-friendly products
  • Six special display zones cater to latest industry trends

Green products continue to be sought after more and more by consumers nowadays, and textiles are no exception. In order to promote sustainable development throughout the industry, a number of yarn and fibre manufacturers have endeavoured to introduce green products into the early stages of textile production, and Yarn Expo, as the leading yarn and fibre business platform in Asia, serves as an ideal stage for these suppliers to gain exposure to buyers looking for such products.

Debut BCI Pavilion joined by Sateri and Birla Planet Pavilions to showcase eco-friendly products

  • Debut BCI Pavilion joined by Sateri and Birla Planet Pavilions to showcase eco-friendly products
  • Six special display zones cater to latest industry trends

Green products continue to be sought after more and more by consumers nowadays, and textiles are no exception. In order to promote sustainable development throughout the industry, a number of yarn and fibre manufacturers have endeavoured to introduce green products into the early stages of textile production, and Yarn Expo, as the leading yarn and fibre business platform in Asia, serves as an ideal stage for these suppliers to gain exposure to buyers looking for such products.

Debut BCI Pavilion joined by Sateri and Birla Planet Pavilions to showcase eco-friendly products

Amongst a record number of exhibitors at this October’s Yarn Expo Autumn, the debut BCI Pavilion as well as the Sateri Pavilion and Birla Planet Pavilion that include eco-friendly products are certainly amongst the highlights this year. Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) is a global organisation with more than 1,000 members including spinners, weavers and garment manufacturers throughout the entire cotton sector. It aims to promote sustainable cotton production, benefiting workers, customers and the environment as a whole. They will form the BCI Pavilion in Yarn Expo for the first time, with five spinners showcasing their cotton yarn manufactured with eco-friendly cotton.

Sateri is a well-known brand in China which specialises in viscose rayon. This natural and high-quality fibre is made from trees grown on renewable plantations. They are the largest producer of viscose fibre in China with three mills and an annual capacity of 550,000 tons, and also have Oeko-Tex certification. This October, nine other domestic exhibitors will form the Sateri Pavilion to demonstrate their comfortable textiles and skin-friendly hygiene products made from viscose fibre.

With over 50 years of experience in manufacturing cellulosic fibres, Birla Group strives to provide greener, purer and safer products to its customers. The Group has operated in China for three years now, and values Yarn Expo’s effectiveness in helping them to promote their brand and attract a wide range of buyers. “We managed to get connected with a number of downstream buyers at the fair. We have introduced our company and products to them that there is great chance for future cooperation.” said Mr Peter Dong, Senior Manager of Aditya Birla Group.   Coming back this year, the Birla Planet Pavilion will feature three of their highlighted fibres – Birla Viscose, Birla Modal and Birla Spunshades at the fair.

Six special display zones cater to latest industry trends

The textile industry in China is undergoing a structural change with keen competition, so domestic suppliers have to develop innovative and quality products to satisfy the ever-changing markets. To match the specific needs of various buyers, Yarn Expo has established six distinct display zones gathering the leading domestic companies, namely Colourful Chemical Zone, Natural Cotton Yarn Zone, Fancy Yarn Zone, Quality Wool Zone, Green Linen Zone and e-Commerce Zone.

Not only are a number of chemical fibre products with innovative, eco-friendly and health & comfort properties on offer from exhibitors, but visitors can also gain insights into product trends in these areas from the 2017/18 China Fibre Trend Area and Innovative Textile Material Forum, both of which feature in the Colourful Chemical Zone. The Natural Cotton Yarn Zone is another highlight of the three-day show, where exhibitors will showcase their natural cotton yarn and a range of functional products. Around 50 suppliers will also showcase their latest collections in the expanded Fancy Yarn Zone.
In response to the strong demand for fibre and yarn products in China and the Asian region, the coming autumn edition of Yarn Expo will double its exhibition space, and will accommodate around 500 global yarn suppliers from 13 countries and regions. Together with Yarn Expo Autumn 2017, three other textile trade fairs are held concurrently from 11 – 13 October in the same venue: Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition, PH Value and the China International Fashion Fair (CHIC).

Yarn Expo Autumn is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; The Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; China Cotton Textile Association; China Wool Textile Association; China Chemical Fiber Association; China Bast & Leaf Fibres Textiles Association; and China Textile Information Centre.