I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Rebeccah Pailes-Friedman, an adjunct associate professor at Pratt Institute as well as an author and researcher on smart textiles and wearable technologies.

This month, trade show Fashion InStyle will gather the entire apparel supply chain, creating a single sourcing platform for ...

Texhibition Istanbul is an international trade fair for fabrics, yarns and textile accessories. Credit: JANDALI MODE.MEDIEN.MESSEN. Scheduled to take place from 5-7 March, the spring 2025 Texhibition ...

One of the textile industry’s grand challenges involves the need for new ways to physically model and design textiles pre-fabrication. Historically this has been a major challenge due to the complex ...

Textiles span everything from design for fashion and interiors, to industrial products and gallery exhibitions. Learn to innovate in material, pattern and surface design, and consider environmental, ...

India’s rich textile heritage is proof of its cultural diversity, craftsmanship, and artistic excellence. Every weave, fabric, and embroidery carries a story of tradition, skill, and elegance. This ...

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