US MEG prices are expected to rise in January after producers began announcing increase over December prices. In Europe, January MEG numbers were discussed at an increase of Euro 30-40 a ton over December values. In US main producers of fibre chips have already announced a US cents 4 per pound increase for January based on paraxylene increases in the Asian spot market. And the same applies to polyester textile filament where there is some optimism that overall demand in Q1 could firm up. But i

Asian MEG nominations for January were set by three main suppliers to Asia at US$1,220-1,240 a ton CFR, up on December nominations of US$1,200-1,220 a ton. Sinopec nominated its January MEG Asian contract price at US$1,220/ton, a rollover from December. MEGlobal announced its Asian MEG contract nomination for January 2013 at US$1,240, up by US$40 on the month. SABIC nominated its January MEG contract price for Asian in 2013 at US$1,220 a ton, a rollover from December. Sinopec announced January c

Textile industry in Punjab is yet not getting 16 hours a day uninterrupted power supply despite clear-cut instructions from Prime Minister. According to industry sources, there was heavy fluctuation in power supply to the textile mills in Punjab, causing losses to the production units. It may be noted that the Prime Minister had intervened last Monday, directing the Ministry of Water and Power to avoid a complete shutdown to the textile industry in Punjab and ensure 16 hours a day uninterrupte

Internet lingerie retailer Sassy Angel Sexy Lingerie is pleased to announce the debut of their 2013 collections. Such designers as Leg Avenue, collection, Elegant Moments and others are now on sale. "We chose very carefully this year with regards to the manufacturers and items that we carry" says owner Tony DeRoia. He goes on to say "Women want to look their best and we wanted to make sure that we featured items that would complement the wearer. Long gone are the days of "el cheapo" lingerie

Ink Pixi, the environmentally and socially conscious designer of personalized apparel, has announced a new way to shop their Irish-themed line of customizable products, with a new dedicated section on their site. These lighthearted-but-heartfelt designs are the company's tribute to proud Irish traditions—a special gift to commemorate St. Patrick's Day. One of the newest offerings features the Irish Shield, available as a T-shirt, long-sleeve shirt, sweatshirt, embroidered hat, and more. Other

SolEscapes introduces stunning hand painted scarves from Gottex just in time for the 2013 winter cruise and resort season. The scarves come in exquisite colors and modern prints. They are luxurious to the touch and the large (80” x 28”) size allows for a multitude of styling options making them perfect for the beach and beyond. Four eye-catching scarves: Tiger Lily – Beautiful aqua blue in a chic leopard print is elevated by a tropical tiger lily pattern. Makes a unique fashion statement b

Although global buying power for garments has dropped from US$704 billion in 2011 to $697 billion in 2012 and demand from most major markets such as the US, EU and Korea fallen to an all time low, Vietnam’s garment industry still managed an export growth of 12 percent with revenues at $15.8 billion. Last year, garment and textile exports touched $17.2 billion, up 8.5 percent compared to 2011. Of which, the country only imported materials for $8.8 billion and used nearly 50 percent from domestic

MerleDress updates its fashion blog and educate girls how to prepare for a prom. In addition, MerleDress introduced its 2 new styles of prom dresses, which are especially designed for high school girls. A prom night can be regarded as one of the most amazing and memorable nights of life in the United States. However, some high schools published the dress standards before a prom, showing the largest back-skin bareness they can accept. This is why MerleDress introduces its two new prom dresses.

The recent increase in prices of fuel will act as a constraint in achieving expected growth in earnings from readymade garment (RMG) exports, according to industry analysts. A fortnight ago, Bangladesh Government raised the price of diesel by Tk 7 a litre, and that of petrol by Tk 5 a litre to reduce subsidy burden. This increase in prices of diesel and kerosene will add some extra burden to the cost of production of apparel enterprises, which are already facing problems of inadequate gas

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will feature an exhibition of Southeast Asian textiles titled “Transnational Ikat: An Asian Textile on the Move” from Jan. 24 – March 1, 2013. The exhibition is curated by Susan Rodgers, the W. Arthur Garrity Sr. Professor in Human Nature, Ethics and Society in the sociology and anthropology department; with research assistance from student docents Hana Carey '13, Tricia Giglio '14, and Martha Walters '14. The curat