Story by Utsa Ganguly • 4mo • 3 min read Chikankari, originating from Lucknow, India, is a traditional embroidery style characterized by delicate and skillfully crafted handwork on various textile fabrics such as cotton, chanderi, muslin, georgette, viscose, silk, organza, net, and...Read More

As the summer heats up, we asked three fabric scientists to explain why linen keeps our bodies cooler than cotton. By Nicolás Rivero June 8, 2024 at 7:00 a.m. EDT 4 min read A white cotton T-shirt and a linen button-down are both classic summer looks. But which of these fabrics...Read More

Ikat Prints: The term 'ikat' originates from the Malay word 'mengikat,' meaning to tie or bind. It's a technique used in textile design, achieved through resist dyeing. By Utsa Ganguly | Updated at: 13 May 2024 04:34 PM (IST) Ikat Print: Know Things To Keep In Mind...Read More

By Afeias 18th May 2024 Dr. Pralok Gupta | The author is an Associate Professor -Services & Investment, Centre tor WTO Studies, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi. Email: pralok@iift.edu Pushpendra Rajput | The co-author is a joint Secretary, Ministty of Health and Family...Read More

By Welspun Living 23rd April 2024 Exploring the Shift: The Embrace of Organic Cotton in India's Cotton Textile Industry Cotton has been the lifeblood of the Indian textile industry for centuries. Its soft fibers and comforting texture have made it the unwavering champion of home textiles...Read More

By Andrea Albright, Executive Vice President, Sourcing 14th March, 2024 4 Min. Read There is an iconic scene in Cinderella where the fairy godmother waves her wand, and a sparkling blue gown takes shape around the princess-to-be. It’s a dreamy moment, the way the fabric materializes...Read More

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to state that Coimbatore’s journey as the ‘Manchester of South India’ symbolises resilience, innovation, industrial excellence and entrepreneurial spirit. By Aravind Raj Updated on: 30 Mar 2024, 8:58 pm 4 min read The textile industry...Read More

By Jamie Stokes 14th March 2024 In the realm of military operations, having properly fitted apparel is not just about comfort and aesthetics but is also crucial for ensuring optimal performance, mobility, and protection for personnel. Traditional methods of sizing clothing for military...Read More

By Ada McVean 7th March 2024 Enzyme engineering could enable a greener and safer way to dye denim, with only a modest increase in cost. The method could alleviate the environmental and health impacts linked to the manufacture of jeans, of which around four billion pairs are sold each...Read More

By By Nicholas Vincent 5th March 2023 In an exciting leap forward for sustainable fashion, researchers in Denmark have made a groundbreaking discovery that could significantly reduce the environmental impact of producing blue Jeans. With billions of denim garments produced annually, the...Read More