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Indian marriages are known for their lavishness, spending a ransom in unbothered fashion to that that ‘perfect look’ of the bride. Indian bridal wear market is estimated to be around Rs.800 billion, and is positively expected to grow by 25% per annum. Many NRIs have the practice ...
Field consultants will brief booth visitors on pilot programs and discuss implementation strategies FRAMINGHAM, Mass. — April 15, 2009 —Managers responsible for selecting, implementing or managing item-level RFID programs will be able to learn how RFID works at the item level, ...
The winners of the 10th CRYSTALLIZED Young Designers Award were declared last night as part of the spectacular closing evening of The Bride Show Dubai. Edwin P. de Jesus, originally from the Philippines and now living in Dubai, took home the coveted Innovation Award, chosen from ...
Sustainable clothing is made from organic, natural fibres, sustainable crops, and materials that replace petroleum. The industry is estimated to be around $3 billion and is positively expected to create a shift in the apparel industry. In case on consumers, recycled clothing ...
As much as the economic recession followed by the slowdown has affected a majority of sectors, the leather industry too has its share of troubles. Considering that most of the products, that the sector rolls out may not be essential items, consumers have preferred to dig their ...
The APLF Fashion Access and APLF-MM&T fairs ended April 2nd in Hong Kong with encouraging numbers, while innovation, newness and a strong fashion focus fostered an energetic mood. According to the verified figures, visitor numbers for the combined fairs totaled almost 30,000 this ...
Aisles were buzzing, queues forming at the registration decks and it was “business as usual” at the APLF-MM&T materials and leather fair. The upbeat atmosphere at APLF’s 25th anniversary fair swiftly dispelled any pessimism that exhibitors and visitors may have had upon arrival ...
The government would work with textile manufacturers to finalise a comprehensive long-term policy before next budget to address the woes of the industry, said Finance Adviser Shaukat Tarin on Saturday. The incentive-laden textile policy aimed to point out weaknesses in the whole ...
GIORGIO ARMANI launches women’s collection for autumn/winter 2009-2010. There is a new, unexpected but deliberate disorder about this collection in that it refuses to recognise the hierarchy of dress. Here each piece can be combined democratically, added or subtracted that ...
ADS, Inc. has been awarded a contract valued at over $1 billion to deliver the U.S. Army's new Fire Resistant Environmental Ensemble (FREE). As the systems integrator, ADS will capitalize on its unparalleled product expertise and cutting edge distribution operations to lead a ...
NEW YORK — Expanding into brick-and-mortar in today’s economy is a gamble for many footwear designers, but e-commerce is proving to be a profitable plan B. “This is definitely a trend that has been quietly bubbling for a while,” said Guy Salter, deputy chairman of Walpole, a ...
COUROMODA, the leading shoes, sportsgoods and leathergoods fair on the Latin American market, held its 36th edition last January, featuring results that reflect the new economic scene of Brazil. Even concerned with the unfolding of the world economic crisis and consequences on ...
Britain-based leather footwear major Pavers England is planning to set up a manufacturing facility in India and also to spread its wings in the country. For that it is tying up with retail chains here. It already has tied up with retail outlets like Lifestyle and Future group’s ...
Europe's leading comfort shoe brand, Josef Seibel, has announced the spring launch of its Spirit of Nature range of eco-friendly footwear. For spring/summer 2009, the collection will include 19 women's styles and 9 men's styles. The Spirit of Nature range retains all of the ...
More than 10,000 designers, buyers, models, celebrities, VIPs, fashion aficionados and fashion media from around the world took part in the 11th annual Miami Fashion Week from March 19 through March 22 at the Soho Studios in Miami’s trendy Wynwood Art District. The most globally ...
National Institute for Consumer Research of Norway (SIFO) released Large? Clothing sizes and labeling report. This report examines the relationship between the clothing sizes and the size labeling given in the garments, and how the consumers experience it. The research is based ...
Fashion label SFORZA recently launched a new online destination that showcases its Sforza Sport line, an introductory line of premium women's yoga apparel. Elegant and streamlined, the site allows users to browse through the 2009 Sforza Sport collection, view images of each piece...
The Malaysian Knitting Manufacturers Association (MKMA), which caters to the welfare of all knitting-related industries such as spinning, dyeing, printing, knitting and sewing, says government support is crucial for the textile industry during bleak times. Executive director ...
Finally, your wardrobe can go green for less If you have tried to stock your wardrobe with planet friendly choices, but find that many eco-friendly fashions are not very friendly on your wallet, you are in for a pleasant update. Check out these under $50 fashion-forward finds ...
British men's feet are getting bigger, with the average shoe growing by a size in the last five years, according to figures released Wednesday. The average man's shoe size in 2004 was eight, but now it is size nine. Demand for size 12 shoes has soared and for the first time has ...
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Xi Jinping to lead national security commission
Xi Jinping to lead national security commission
The Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee has decided that ...
China's reform leading group holds first meeting
China's reform leading group holds first meeting
BEIJING, Jan. 22 (Xinhua) -- China's leading group for overall reform ...
Bill Gates talks nuclear
Bill Gates talks nuclear
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates confirmed on Wednesday that he is ...
Xinhua Insight: Emerging economies able to secure steady growth
Xinhua Insight: Emerging economies able to secure steady growth
DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- Emerging economies are ...
China cuts retail oil prices
China cuts retail oil prices
BEIJING, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- China's top economic planner announced on ...
IMF chief warns of risks to recovery
IMF chief warns of risks to recovery
DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- The International Monetary ...
Shell companies struggle to stay listed
Shell companies struggle to stay listed
China is planning to clamp down on back door listings. A back door ...
HK Disneyland Gets Toy Story Land
HK Disneyland Gets Toy Story Land
A general view of Toy Story Land at Hong Kong Disneyland is taken ...
Retailer's Net Profit Falls 3%
Retailer's Net Profit Falls 3%
A Wal-Mart store is seen in Stratford, Connecticut, the United States. ...
Ghana qualifies for FIFA U-20 women's World Cup
Ghana qualifies for FIFA U-20 women's World Cup
Ghana qualified for the 2014 FIFA U-20 women's World Cup following a 4...
Stars 'Big Three' fall short of title in 1st year
Stars 'Big Three' fall short of title in 1st year
Miami Heat's LeBron James (R) stands with teammates Chris Bosh (C) and ...
Yao's gift of sport for all
Yao's gift of sport for all
Chinese NBA player Yao Ming teaches a boy with special needs how to ...