Textiles
Cotton Prices, Consumption to See Further Declines
The global cotton industry is likely to continue to see declines in price and demand next year as the economic downturn intensifies.
— Dec 9, 2008
Pharrell Williams Gets Bionic Yarn
Pharrell Williams has entered into a partnership with Bionic Yarn, a two-year-old textile firm dedicated to developing environmentally sustainable fabrics.
— Dec 8, 2008
Well Positioned: Textile Trade Organizers Emphasize Strong Product Mix
Organizers believe their product mixes and offerings leave their textile shows in a strong place.
— Dec 3, 2008
Business Coalition Opposes Union Organizing Bill
Labor groups and the business community to square off over a bill that would make it easier for workers to unionize.
— Dec 2, 2008
Environmental Approach Key to Industry Sustainability
Pressure on brands and retailers to invest in lowering their environmental impact will mount despite weakening economic conditions.
— Dec 2, 2008
The Fiber Price Sheet
The last Tuesday of every month, WWD publishes the current, month-ago and year-ago fiber prices.
— Nov 25, 2008
New Study Details Abuse of Textile, Apparel Workers
Incidents of murder and intimidation are cited for union activity.
— Nov 25, 2008
