Positive result for 58th Filo

Milan Stated themes of sustainability and creativity are amply demonstrated during the busy two days in Milan. Filo recently launched its September edition in Milan...

Fulgar debuts at WSM

Milan Fibre producer contributes with an exciting exhibition area and participates in the debate about the future of sustainable fashion. Italy based Fulgar, a world leader...

Shima Seiki and KIDDI launch digital solutions for the apparel industry

Wakayama & Tokyo, Japan Sales promotion package will link 3D Fashion Design with Cross-Reality - realising digital catalogues, VR showrooms and new customer experience allowing...

Democratizing the textile industry through collaboration

New York City Panel Discussion with WoTO Partners moderated by Noah Trager from FIT. In October 2022, Amsterdam based BYBORRE launched a new global initiative called...

Open Up the Future: Shima Seiki turns 60

Wakayama, Japan Leading Japanese flat knitting machine manufacturer celebrates with anniversary event at headquarters and online. Leading computerized knitting machine manufacturer Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd. is...

‘Knit and Destroy’: In Conversation with Kandy Diamond

Knitwear designer, maker and lecturer Kandy Diamond’s brand ‘Knit and Destroy’ was launched in 2006. Her knitted products aim to “challenge cultural preconceptions by...

Knitwear Lab X Biella Yarn

Almere, Netherlands Knitwear Lab showcases Biella Yarn’s newest Dopamine collection through colourful Fall Winter 23’ knitwear designs. Netherlands based knitwear design hub Knitwear Lab has used...

exoKnit project by Jenny Sabin Studios

New York City exoKnit is a community-centred and innovative public pavilion pergola commissioned by the Neue House in New York City. Since 2012, Jenny Sabin has...

Normality returns? Trends lead the way

Paris Janet Prescott reports from last month’s Premiere Vision in Paris. As a feeling of normality returns to the annual trade landmarks, Premiere Vision arrived earlier...

DZ Group chooses Shima Seiki’s SDS-ONE APEX

New York City Leading apparel manufacturer reduces lead-times in sample making. DZ Group is a full-service apparel manufacturer based in New York, Shanghai and Beijing, specialising...

Positive results for 35th Milano Unica

Milan Conceived, organised and driven by entrepreneurs, Milano Unica offers international visibility to the world of textiles in a highly qualified context. Milano Unica (MU) retains...

Making socks in California with a social conscience

Oceanside, CA, USA Forward thinking socks manufacturer FutureStitch is creating real manufacturing jobs in the USA, recruiting and employing formerly incarcerated women.  Oceanside, California based FutureStitch...

Primark expands partnership with Recover

Spain RColorBlend leisurewear range will be available to customers in selected stores across all 14 markets in Europe and the U.S. Primark is expanding its partnership...

Woolmark Performance Challenge winner immersed in wool

Finland Follow the winner of the WPC 2020 Woolmark internship program, Bettina Blomstedt of Finland, on her three-month journey to develop innovative performance wool samples. One...

New Designers 2022: Stand out collections

London Beth Ranson visits the highly anticipated New Designers event in London and talks with some stand out designers. As the largest graduate exhibition in the...

A bright green future on the horizon

Florence, Italy Janet Prescott reports from Pitti Immagine Filati 91 in Florence. Knitting is a strong as ever and Pitti Filati is still the go-to European...

Biella Yarn at Pitti Filati

Florence, Italy Brand reveals Fall/Winter 2023/24 Dopamine Collection for knitwear. Italy’s Biella Yarn, a Suedwolle Group brand, launched it new FW 2023/24 collection at last weekend’s...

Haelixa X Nettle Circle

Zurich, Switzerland Marking and tracing local nettle from the Himalayas. Haelixa has partnered with Nettle Circle to provide the first availably known traceable nettle fibre. The...

Further funding for AlgiKnit

Morrisville, NC, USA Materials Innovator AlgiKnit closes $13 million series a to transform the textile industry’s environmental impact. Led by Collaborative Fund, AlgiKnit closed its $13...

Pitti Immagine Filati No. 91

Florence, Italy From 29 June to 1 July 2022, Pitti Filati returns to the Fortezza da Basso in Florence. Pitti Immagine Filati, the key international trade...