http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com While the entire world is going ecological, its time fruits find creative applications, apart from eating! Banana plant is endowed with virtuous fibres which has versatile applications. Though, the plant is more popular for its fruit, it has been a sou... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1257210_34.html 26th November 2009 A recent survey states that global millionaires have increased to 8.2 million. So, whats the market for luxury products? ''Luxury' is a broader segment than what anyone can define. It includes various products ranging from clothes, footwear, Jewellery, w... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1252914_34.html 25th November 2009 Hardly a month has lapsed, since the dawn of 2009. As per the adage, "Ever-changing is the unchangeable law", apparel segment is not an exemption. Whether or not, we are conscious about the fact, our everyday decision of what to wear depends to a consider... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1243943_34.html 23rd November 2009 Bhagalpur silk fabrics are under the global spotlight. But, beneath all the sheen, the industry has a dark side as well, leaving the existence of its craftsmen in obscurity. Bhagalpur is a town with historical importance situated on the banks of the r... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1160091_15.html 08th October 2009 We used to live in a world of spend, spend, spend but ever since the recession we're holding onto our fashion dollars just a little bit tighter. Faced with limited cash, you may be looking more closely at what you really want, and more importantly, need t... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1156935_34.html 06th October 2009 The Concept of Herbal Textile Herbal Textile is dyed entirely with herbal extractions, without using any sort of chemicals. The herbs used are different from vegetable dyes as they are not only natural but also have medicinal value. These herbs are app... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1149299_15.html 05th October 2009 nonwovensupplier.com - 365 days online branding campaign for nonwovens Industry is a bold initiative by Fibre2Fashion to cater to the field of nonwovens through its thick presence worldwide. It has been able... http://www.articlealley.com/article_819608_15.html 10th March 2009 Branded Intimate Apparel Industry France Market Overview In the perspective of lingerie's, men are only left to wonder, 'boxers or briefs' whereas; a woman's physique being sculpted and adorned in a unique way of its own, offer a wide asso... http://www.articlealley.com/article_655147_15.html 02nd October 2008 In the perspective of lingerie's, men are only left to wonder, 'boxers or briefs' whereas; a woman's physique being sculpted and adorned in a unique way of its own, offer a wide assortment of choices. The market for women's wear lingerie is being manipula... http://www.articlealley.com/article_655142_15.html 02nd October 2008 Beauty of a woman is a matchless attribute; with nothing to surpass it. So long a time there have been the existence of women in this world, there have been lingerie's as well. This fashion serving luxury undergarment expresses her beauty loving feminine ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_646592_34.html 23rd September 2008 Beauty of a woman is a matchless attribute; with nothing to surpass it. So long a time there have been the existence of women in this world, there have been lingerie's as well. This fashion serving luxury undergarment expresses her beauty loving feminine ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_646576_34.html 23rd September 2008 Introduction Technology has propelled the growth of human society in innumerable ways. From the basic needs of food, clothing and shelter to advanced robotics and health care, technology has rapidly assumed the status of an arguably indispensable and h... http://www.articlealley.com/article_637804_45.html 15th September 2008 Introduction Technology has propelled the growth of human society in innumerable ways. From the basic needs of food, clothing and shelter to advanced robotics and health care, technology has rapidly assumed the status of an arguably indispensable and h... http://www.articlealley.com/article_637787_34.html 15th September 2008 Textile Industries use different chemicals in different processes like, dyeing, finishing, scouring, bleaching, softening, washing etc. The textile chemicals & dyeing industry consume large quantities of water and produces large volumes of wastewater from... http://www.articlealley.com/article_514608_15.html 10th April 2008 Textile Industries use different chemicals in different processes like, dyeing, finishing, scouring, bleaching, softening, washing etc. The textile chemicals & dyeing industry consume large quantities of water and produces large volumes of wastewater from... http://www.articlealley.com/article_514586_15.html 10th April 2008 BIG is ugly, big is bulky but this season big is “IN”. No more clutters in the small handbag and carrying of additional bag, one to store your entire make up muddle and other to show off that “in style”. This season we can roam around with a singl... http://www.articlealley.com/article_245627_34.html 14th November 2007 The beautiful territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) situated in the Himalayan mountains is rightly known as ‘Heaven on Earth’. Srinagar is the summer capital of this state, while Jammu is its winter capital. This state has Kashmiri and Urdu as its majo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_243264_34.html 08th November 2007 Fashion experiences dynamic leash in different parts of the world, wearing different colors, image and feel, taking inspiration from local environment and blending into the global trend stream. This article focuses on futuristic trends for the coming seas... http://www.articlealley.com/article_239945_34.html 06th November 2007 The concept of social responsibility is a fairly recent one in the business world. Awareness about the social responsibility of business organizations is rapidly on the rise and firms are also accepting this concept. The textile industry is no exception. ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_236600_15.html 05th November 2007 Different kinds of fibres are available now-a-days. These fibres are mainly divided into two categories natural and man made. They are also categorized by the generations as they were produced in the different years and known as first generation, second g... http://www.articlealley.com/article_234394_45.html 01st November 2007 In our former article entitled 'Important fibres of technical textile industry - Part 1' , we discussed about five fibres Polyethylene, Polyester, Nylon, Carbon and Polypropylene. In this article we would be covering other five major fibres of technical ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_231030_15.html 21st October 2007 Think of South India and silk sarees invariably come to mind. The South Indian bride still prefers to wear the traditional silk saree on the occasion of her wedding. With changing times, trends in sarees are also changing. Retailers in South India are wel... http://www.articlealley.com/article_225638_34.html 11th October 2007 Technical textile industry is new and growing sector in India. It generates good revenue for the country. This industry is rich with many natural and synthetic fibres. All these fibres are useful in different ways. Synthetic fibres are made from doing som... http://www.articlealley.com/article_222312_15.html 03rd October 2007 The Paithani saree is known the world over for its uniqueness. It is one of the most beautiful sarees in the world. Beautifully crafted, with an exquisite zari border, this saree is truly a poem in silk. The Paithani saree is chosen by brides to wear on t... http://www.articlealley.com/article_218896_34.html 25th September 2007 India is fast becoming the retail destination of the world. According to the international management consultant AT Kearney, India has emerged as the leader in terms of retail opportunities. The retail market in India is anticipated to grow to 427 billion... http://www.articlealley.com/article_216310_15.html 21st September 2007 Creative sensational from different parts of the world taking style, beauty and definition of fashion to its edge, promotional linchpin of a multibillion-dollar industry, I am talking about nothing else but Fashion Weeks. Fashion weeks are hallmarks of fa... http://www.articlealley.com/article_211202_15.html 07th September 2007 The textile industry is one of the most important sectors of Pakistan. It contributes significantly to the country’s GDP, exports as well as employment. It is, in fact, the backbone of the Pakistani economy. Established capacity The textile indust... http://www.articlealley.com/article_208839_15.html 29th August 2007 Coco Chanel said “No elegance is possible without perfume. It is the unseen, unforgettable, ultimate accessory." Giorgio Armani said "A perfume is more than an extract it is a presence in abstraction. A perfume, for me, is a mystique." Perfumes ha... http://www.articlealley.com/article_206767_34.html 26th August 2007 Metallic influence can be seen all around this summer/ spring season. There is a saying “everything that glitters is not gold” but irrespective of, its gold or not everything that glitters is “IN” this season. The gold rush basically started a yea... http://www.articlealley.com/article_206220_15.html 24th August 2007 Pakistan has attained a creditable position in the world because of its large scale textile industry. It ranks fourth in the production of cotton and ranks third in the consumption of cotton in Asia. The share of cotton export is 60% of total export of Pa... http://www.articlealley.com/article_204320_15.html 21st August 2007 As its name suggests Geotextiles refers to textiles related to earth or soil. When any permeable material used with rock, soil or earth it is termed as Geotextiles. The basic function of this technology is to prevent soil erosion to strengthening heavy co... http://www.articlealley.com/article_203633_15.html 20th August 2007 Evolution of weaving looms: History of weaving looms can be traced back to 17th century. The first power loom was invented by Edmund Cartwright in 1785. Originally Power looms were with shuttle, and they were very slow. But as the industrial demands f... http://www.articlealley.com/article_202782_15.html 16th August 2007 Nature serves humans and is the source of our bare necessities. Nowadays, the global trend is towards saving nature. In the light of this awakening, the trend is changing in textiles from manmade materials to eco-friendly ones. The demand of the consumers... http://www.articlealley.com/article_199387_15.html 09th August 2007 What is more comfortable than moisture absorbent fabric? Moisture Management is the newest concept in the textile industry. This is the latest concept of the fabric which gives comforts. The market of moisture management fabric is not the same as the appa... http://www.articlealley.com/article_197222_15.html 06th August 2007 India is a country of diversities. People from different castes and creeds live in the vast geographical region called India. Likewise, the textiles of India are also diversified. Different regions of India are famous for the production of different types... http://www.articlealley.com/article_195557_15.html 01st August 2007 A button is an object that is used in a garment either for the purpose of fastening or for ornamentation or both. Buttons are usually in the shape of a disc or a knob. Evidence shows that buttons have been used since as long back as 1500-2000 B.C. Buttons... http://www.articlealley.com/article_194054_15.html 27th July 2007 Introduction: A collar refers to the part of a dress which is fastened around the neck. In the course of time, various types of collars have been developed with the changes in fashion that have taken place. This article aims to explain in brief about t... http://www.articlealley.com/article_192145_15.html 25th July 2007 Textile Industry: Backbone of Country The textile and clothing industry is the backbone of Pakistan’s economy. Pakistan’s role as one of the world’s leading cotton producers has provided the basis for the textile and clothing industry’s develop... http://www.articlealley.com/article_191155_15.html 25th July 2007 Introduction Organic cotton is a concept that is gradually gaining popularity in the modern times. People all over the world are becoming more and more aware of issues, such as global warming, pollution and environment protection. The concept of organi... http://www.articlealley.com/article_189457_15.html 24th July 2007 Introduction Color which you wear is a statement of fashion, so choosing the right color always needs great concern. So is the problem about what colors would be hot and in fashion this year. This year fashion gurus have decided to add glamour and rain... http://www.articlealley.com/article_187316_15.html 20th July 2007 Surat, an emerging city in the state of Gujarat, is known as the textile city of Gujarat. And, the epithet is perfectly suited to the city. The textile industry is one of the oldest and the most widespread industries in Surat. A major part of the city’s... http://www.articlealley.com/article_183502_15.html 05th July 2007 It is of crucial importance for a diabetic to protect his feet from injury and infection. Loss of sensation, reduced circulation and delayed wound healing are potential complications that might result from diabetes. Investing in a sock specifically design... http://www.articlealley.com/article_181327_15.html 01st July 2007 The Indian textile sector requires reforming and strengthening itself to compete with the international players, who have more pleas that could grab hold of a market share, which actually belong to local brands. The emergence of the textile industry h... http://www.articlealley.com/article_179903_15.html 01st July 2007 From work pants to designer ones, the pair of jeans has indeed come a long way. There is a debate among textile historians regarding the origin of the jeans. There is also a conflict about the origin of the words ‘jeans’ and ‘denim’. According to ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_177600_15.html 26th June 2007 A garment label is more than just a piece of fabric. It communicates with the customer. It is something that draws the attention of the customer to the garment. It describes what the product actually is. In today’s times, labels actually help in selling... http://www.articlealley.com/article_175547_15.html 16th June 2007 The fashion industry has come a long way and has grown into one of the largest industries in the world. On account of the growth of this industry, the use of technology in this field has increased. Fashion designing software is increasingly being used by ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_172941_15.html 11th June 2007 Today’s world is a busy world. Every one is busy with something or the other. Lifestyles of people all over the world are becoming more and more active. In this frenzied world, people are looking for things that are as easy to use and maintain as possib... http://www.articlealley.com/article_170813_15.html 06th June 2007 Introduction Seasonal merchandising refers to the process of merchandising that is the management of products and stocks according to the seasonal trends or fashions prevailing in the market. Seasonal merchandising is fast becoming the mantra in the In... http://www.articlealley.com/article_168722_15.html 01st June 2007 Want to change the way you look? Want some trendy clothes for the season? Never seem to know what to buy and what will look good on you? Hire the services of a fashion stylist. Fashion stylist – a word unheard of till recently - is one of the emergin... http://www.articlealley.com/article_165995_15.html 30th May 2007 The Indian retail industry is thriving today. There is stiff competition among Indian and foreign retailers to attract customers and retain them. In this tug-of-war, quality retailing has emerged as the solution. The retailer who provides quality products... http://www.articlealley.com/article_163535_15.html 23rd May 2007