Classic Blue, the Pantone colour of the year is a versatile hue that elevates simple, sophisticated silhouettes into high fashion looking pieces. Recently, Pantone announced that its 2020 Colour of the Year as Classic Blue, a shade reminiscent of the sky at dusk. Naturally then Classic Blue is expected to rule the trends in all… Read More Pantone’s Classic Blue in Apparel
It is that time when a New Year comes knocking and also the time to forecast the apparel trends for the year and this time for a new decade too. As the curtains go up on a New Year, Apparel speak to industry experts and apparel manufacturers to give you the low down on how… Read More Apparel trends for 2020
A small village in Andhra Pradesh, Mangalagiri is known for its eponymous handlooms and the craft continues to thrive despite several odds. Located between the cities of Vijayawada and Guntur is the tiny hamlet of Mangalagiri that is known for its fine cotton textiles. Almost every home here is involved with something to do with… Read More Mangalagiri Weaves
The Indian textiles industry, currently measured at around US$ 150 billion, is expected to reach US$ 250 billion by 2019. However there are several challenges and threats that come in the way of the opportunities as well. Indian textiles and garments have a story of unique craftsmanship and global demand in the market. Fabrics like… Read More SWOT Analysis of the Apparel Industry
An ancient mud resist hand block printing technique from the tribal regions of Rajasthan, Dabu is making a steady come back into the apparel industry. Holding a wooden block dripping in mud Bhagwati Lal Chippa carefully prints the patterns on a white piece of cloth. The designs that he creates are in perfect symmetry and… Read More Dabu Printing
Flash Back 2018 As the curtains fall on 2018 let’s look back at the apparel trends that ruled the year. 2018 was the year that saw the apparel industry take several new strides. The fashion ramps have witnessed many new fashion and style trends and the apparel manufacturers have looked at the past and at… Read More Apparel Trends in 2018