Fashion is an ever-changing industry; stay informed on what’s happening through Material Exchange’s blog posts here.
Fashion is an ever-changing industry; stay informed on what’s happening through Material Exchange’s blog posts here.
Denim is denim, right? Not exactly. From weave to finish, denim materials have a number of characteristics that distinguish them from the rest – and in this blog post, we’re diving into a few of them. Learn more about the intricacies of denim and some unique options Frank has chosen to add to our Creative/Novelty Collection here.
Denim is denim, right? Not exactly. From weave to finish, denim materials have a number of characteristics that distinguish them from the rest – and in this blog post, we’re diving into a few of them. Learn more about the intricacies of denim and some unique options Frank has chosen to add to our Creative/Novelty Collection here.
Frank’s never in the same place for long; his latest destination was fashion mecca Milan in northern Italy. There, he was on a mission to investigate outerwear. He came back a few kilos heavier and with a wealth of knowledge. Learn more about what he learned and how he’s helping brands create their own lines of outerwear in our blog post here.
Differentiation is key when it comes to the success of fashion brands within a competitive market. And it starts with staying on top of the trends to come. Easier said than done? Perhaps, but our team of sourcing experts has got your back. Learn about the trends of the future – and how to access them – in our blog post here.
Never out of stock fabrics are just what they say they are: materials that are always available. But what does this mean for the brands who source them? Learn more about this niche material option, how it can benefit your brand, and where to find it in our blog post here.
Fiber production is a rapidly evolving industry and is moving fashion in a more sustainable direction. As brands and consumers raise questions about fashion for the planet, a number of fiber technologies are becoming widespread. Learn more about several of those technologies in our blog post here.
Some of the most luxurious fabrics in the world are made using Egyptian cotton – and denim is no exception. The denim made with cotton grown on the banks of the Nile is soft, smooth, and sturdy. Learn more about just what makes this cotton variant so special in our blog post here.
Our sourcing expert Frank the bear isn’t just a regular bear. He’s quite the fashionista and is also pretty obsessed with denim. As part of his worldwide denim tour, Frank is now exploring this renowned fabric in the great city of Amsterdam. Check out what he’s discovered there so far in our blog post here.
The recycling of fabrics is well-covered in the press, and donation sites are aplenty for end-of-life garments – but what’s actually going on behind the scenes? What’s the process look like and is it being adopted across the fashion industry? Our blog post takes a deep dive into what’s going on and what professionals in the industry should do to support its adoption.
Material Exchange and Texworld have partnered up to create a completely unique tradeshow experience for brands seeking trendy materials for their upcoming lines. It’s called Trend+ and in our latest blog post, you can learn more about it and see exactly which trends are going to dominate the show and the runways over the next season.
The recycling of fabrics is well-covered in the press, and donation sites are aplenty for end-of-life garments – but what’s actually going on behind the scenes? What’s the process look like and is it being adopted across the fashion industry? Our blog post takes a deep dive into what’s going on and what professionals in the industry should do to support its adoption.