The theme of the September 2015 issue of Apparel is ‘Of Innovations and Success’. This issue comprehensively covers the many efforts made by the CMAI and other industry stalwarts, and some other interesting and informative stories. First Quarter (April-June 2015) shows that Large and Giant Brands are doing much better than Small and Mid-level Brands and that the Apparel Index has grown by 6.2 points. New brand launches at the 61st NGF in the ‘Brand Launches’ section. The advantages and disadvantages of going app only versus websites as a portal for e-commerce companies. Importance of barcodes and the need for visual merchandising. We also explore the latest developments on the shipping front which will help apparel exporters. The many ways in which men’s wear has evolved through the years New fabric innovations in 2015 and how they help the environment.
The Indian apparel, garments and textiles industry is a dynamic one. With the industry generating the second highest employment after agriculture in our country, it is no doubt that the trade is one of the people, by the people and for the people. Apparel, the monthly official trade magazine of the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI)—one of the largest apparel and garments bodies in the country—gives you the latest news and events specific to this industry, while delving deeper into issues plaguing it, new technologies adopted and the people who make things happen. The magazine regularly carries articles by industry experts, interviews with the who’s who of the industry, many of whom are members of the CMAI, and features upcoming and established brands and their latest collections. Apparel also exclusively covers any event hosted, organised or supported by the CMAI, including the bi-annual National Garment Fair, which is one of the largest apparel trade fairs in the sub-continent...
