How have you seen the apparel world change in the past covid scenario and how do you see the changes affecting garment washing in the near future.

In the post-COVID scenario, the apparel world has experienced significant shifts, particularly in consumer behavior, supply chain dynamics, and manufacturing practices. There are some changings likely to impact  garment washing in some ways:

Shift to Casual and Comfortable Clothing: With more people working from home and socializing in relaxed settings, there has been a notable increase in demand for casual and comfortable clothing, including denim. This trend towards casualization could influence the types of denim garments being produced and subsequently washed in industrial facilities, with a focus on softer finishes and comfortable fits.

Sustainability Considerations:Environmental sustainability has become a key priority for many consumers and brands in the post-COVID era. Garment washing processes typically involve significant water, chemical, and energy usage, which can have negative environmental impacts. As a result, there may be growing pressure on manufacturers to adopt more sustainable washing practices, such as water-saving techniques, eco-friendly chemicals, and alternative application methods.

Supply Chain Disruptions: The pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in global supply chains, prompting many apparel brands to reassess their sourcing and manufacturing strategies. This could lead to changes in where denim garments are produced and washed, with a potential shift towards more regionalized or localized manufacturing to mitigate supply chain risks and reduce transportation emissions.

We thank you for again joining the Denimsandjeans Vietnam show in 2024. What would be your focus during this show and what kind of customers do you want to reach out to ?

At DenimsandJeans Vietnam 2024, our focus would be on showcasing the latest trends, innovations, and sustainable practices in the garment washing industry. We would showcase cutting-edge technologies and innovations that are driving positive change in the laundry industry. This could include advancements in laser and ozone finishing techniques, new coating looks, special dyeing processes with less water usage and different application methods for laundry processes.

We would aim to engage with garment manufacturers, fabric mills, and suppliers looking to adopt sustainable practices and integrate innovative chemical technologies into their operations. This could involve showcasing solutions for improving resource efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing product quality throughout the garment and fabric supply chain.

Overall, our goal at DenimsandJean Vietnam 2024 would be to inspire and educate garment industry stakeholders about the importance of sustainability, innovation, and responsible practices in shaping the future of denim. By targeting a diverse range of customers and addressing key themes and trends, we aim to facilitate meaningful discussions and collaborations that contribute to a more sustainable and ethical denim&garment industry.

What would you rank you most innovative and sustainable solutions which are also widely accepted.

Our water-free and stone free enzyme concept widely accepted in the laundry sector since last 2 years. By this way we are able to eliminate pumice stone usage in laundry application by using less water. Our Laser and ozone products are also running in the market and additionally we are working on new application methods for laundry market.

How do you see Vietnam evolving over the next few years in terms of fabric and garment productions. Do you think it could perhaps evolve in a more sustainable manner than the other major centers of garment production.

Vietnam has emerged as a significant player in the global fabric and garment production industry over the past few years, and its evolution in the coming years is likely to be influenced by several factors, including sustainability considerations, technological advancements, and shifting market dynamics. There is growing recognition of the importance of sustainability in the textile and garment industry, driven by environmental concerns and changing consumer preferences. Vietnam has the opportunity to position itself as a leader in sustainable fabric and garment production by adopting eco-friendly materials, implementing resource-efficient manufacturing processes, and promoting transparency and accountability throughout the supply chain. Vietnam has the potential to evolve in a more sustainable manner than other major centers of garment production by leveraging its strengths in technology, innovation, and collaboration. By embracing sustainability as a core principle and adopting responsible practices throughout the value chain, Vietnam can contribute to the global transition towards a more sustainable and equitable textile and garment industry.

What do you see as the furutre of denim?

The future of denim is likely to be shaped by several trends and factors, including sustainability, technology, and shifting consumer preferences. As environmental concerns become increasingly important to consumers, the denim industry is likely to see a continued focus on sustainability. This could involve the use of eco-friendly materials such as organic cotton, recycled denim, and alternative fibers like hemp and Tencel. Additionally, denim manufacturers may adopt more sustainable production processes, such as water-saving techniques, reduced chemical usage, and improved waste management. With advancements in technology such as 3D printing and digital design tools, consumers may have greater opportunities to customize and personalize their denim garments. This could involve choosing specific fits, finishes, and embellishments, allowing individuals to create unique pieces that reflect their personal style and preferences. Denim has always been influenced by cultural and fashion trends, and this is likely to continue in the future. Emerging trends in streetwear, vintage revival, and sustainability-conscious fashion may influence the styles, washes, and silhouettes of denim garments.

Overall, the future of denim is expected to be characterized by innovation, sustainability, and adaptability to changing consumer needs and preferences. Whether it’s through eco-friendly chemicals, technological advancements, or personalized experiences, denim is likely to remain a versatile and enduring staple in the fashion landscape.

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A Father’s Legacy Inspires a Creative Vision

Born x Raised founder, Chris Printup, known as Spanto, found solace in his father’s belongings after his passing. Surrounded by cherished memories, Spanto conceived a powerful idea—to pay homage to his father’s legacy through the art of clothing.

A Memorable Encounter: Amongst his father’s possessions, Spanto stumbled upon an old Levi’s denim jacket that held deep sentimental value. Instantly, he recognized the opportunity to create a project dedicated to his father’s memory, igniting a creative spark that would shape the collaboration.

Honoring Butch’s Memory Through Style

Born x Raised joins forces with Levi’s to bring Spanto’s heartfelt idea to life. He imparts his unique touch to Levi’s iconic pieces such as the classic 501 jeans, denim Trucker jackets, and graphic tees. Each garment becomes a canvas of remembrance and love.

Every item in the collection, priced from $180 for the jeans to $325 for the jacket, features a special screen-printed graphic print symbolizing Butch’s watchful presence. The Trucker jacket bears the embroidered phrase “Born x Raised, In Loving Memory,” an exquisite detail that evokes a deep emotional connection. Spanto affirms that everything in the collaboration stems from his father’s teachings and actions.

Embracing Heritage and Identity

A Glimpse into Spanto’s Past: Spanto’s upbringing in Venice, California, greatly influences the collection. The vibrant and expressive fashion of the ’80s and ’90s, where clothing became a statement of courage and self-expression, serves as a constant inspiration. Partnering with Levi’s, renowned for capturing the laid-back Californian lifestyle, ensures a seamless reflection of Born x Raised’s timeless essence.

The Spirit of Indigenous Heritage: Spanto’s Indigenous roots, with Apache and Seneca ancestry, run deep within the campaign. Real people from his life, including his mother, siblings, and acclaimed actors Richard Cabral and Amber Midthunder, become models for the collection. This authentic representation fosters a sense of community and respect for diverse backgrounds.

A Journey of Self-Discovery

Uncovering Family Connections: Designing this assortment becomes a personal odyssey for Spanto, as he delves into his family’s history. Traveling to their ancestral lands in Arizona, visiting his father’s childhood home, and connecting with relatives enables him to learn more about his identity and gain a profound understanding of himself.

Spanto’s aspiration for the collection extends beyond aesthetics. Each piece holds a special spirit that he hopes wearers will sense—an evocative experience unique to each individual. With Born x Raised, he strives to provoke strong emotions and forge meaningful connections.

Spanto’s Levi’s Collaboration by Born x Raised stands as a testament to the enduring love and respect he has for his late father. This heartfelt tribute weaves together personal history, cultural heritage, and a passion for fashion. Through symbolism, authenticity, and a genuine sense of community, the collection transcends boundaries and invites everyone to experience its profound beauty.

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How Will Crystal International Strengthen Their Supply Chain?

• Crystal Denim, denim division of the renowned Crystal Group, recently partnered with multiple fabric manufacturers in Vietnam to introduce various sustainable and eco-friendly fabric collections.
  
• This strategic partnership allows the group to make use of environmentally safe dyes while also driving forward their mission of enabling greener production and faster product development.
  
• Result-The partnership encourages the reduction of water and energy consumption while also using products with minimal environmental impact. Furthermore, it also helps Crystal Denim improve its efficiency by introducing powerful quality control systems to reduce wastage during production.
  
• The division of a company has established a dedicated 3D team.
  The aim of this team is to use the power of 3D software and hardware to provide the same visual experiences as physical samples while optimizing lead times and minimizing sample wastage. This is an incredibly powerful strategy as it eliminates all guesswork when designing products, bringing down production costs, increasing efficiency and driving sustainable development.

Vision

In an effort to help keep the environment clean and preserve natural resources, a team of professionals is looking to improve the virtual development capability by 50% in 2023. This improvement will enable denim factories to reduce chemical usage and implement low water ratio eco-washing during the laundry process.

By using laser technology, waterless enzymes, front-loading, E-flow washing machines, and other innovative measures, these factories can achieve their goals while ensuring that they’re being sustainable and efficient. Furthermore, this will lead to more efficient production without undermining quality or consumer safety.

Crystal Denim X Advance Denim X Prosperity Textile

Crystal Denim, in collaboration with Advance Denim and Prosperity Textile, has revolutionized the textile industry in Vietnam. By partnering up with these denim innovators:

Advance Denim

• The fashion industry is taking sustainability to the next level with the launch of its new collection in partnership with Advance Denim. This fashion-forward collection is made from 100% recycled materials including recycled pre-consumer cotton and spandex, which is a significant step towards achieving 100% recycling.
  
• Their fully recycled content, Infinity Blue Wash technique, and distinctive fabric characteristics and shades enable them to produce eco-friendly jeans that stands out from conventional denim. Using this collaboration they are able to offer products that are both trendsetting and responsible for the environment.
  
• As a testament to fashion circularity, this unique collection has been designed to use sustainable materials in a cost effective manner while making sure that quality and style are not compromised. The positive synergy created by this collaboration will help reduce waste products while aiming to create more sustainable production processes for the future.

Prosperity Textile

• The collaboration between Prosperity Textile and Fabric collection is introducing an environmental friendly approach to fashion. With the innovative use of sustainable materials, the collection offers comfortable stretch and authentic look while creating denim styles that are gentle on the planet.

The collaboration has resulted in a new fabric innovation that consists of nine different fabrics, allowing Crystal Denim to produce over 20 new products. This move encourages vertical development and creates opportunities for job growth throughout Vietnam.

Mission

Crystal Denim, a sustainability-driven denim manufacturer has taken on an ambitious mission to use locally sourced fabric mills and localized supply chain to reduce carbon emissions by 25% while simultaneously shortening lead times by 80%.

The goal of this move is to make a positive impact on our environment, while reducing operational costs and boosting quality standards for customers. By leveraging automation and AI technology, the Crystal Denim team is well-poised to revolutionize global sustainable fashion with their innovation.

We are spearheading local sourcing and accelerating supply chain collaboration in Vietnam to foster synergy.

We all share a common goal of introducing sustainable denim fabric and developing exclusive jeans for our customers,” said Miles Lam, assistant general manager of Crystal Denim

With their latest sustainability initiative, they are looking to increase their focus on reducing the adverse effects of their operations on the environment while balancing business objectives. Furthermore, this venture could potentially mean greater job creation opportunities for people living in Vietnam – a key benefit of this commitment that should not be overlooked.

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The iconic Barbie doll, known for her signature pink hues, has inspired Gap’s latest collection. The Gap x Barbie line is meant for both adults and children alike and combines elements from both worlds. This collection includes pieces like logo T-shirts and hoodies with Barbie’s iconic loopy logo as well as denim jackets in her signature pink shades. These pieces don’t just look stylish but also serve as a representation of the classic Barbie that has been an evergreen fashion favorite throughout the years.

Adult Collection

Gap’s new adult collection is sure to turn heads and delight fans of the iconic Barbie and Ken brands.

Featuring a puff sleeve pink jean jacket, tank top, color-blocked hoodie, and pink striped button-down shirt with “Barbie” embroidery on the back, as well as a white T-shirt emblazoned with “Ken” in Gap’s iconic block lettering, this collection allows fans to express their love for these beloved figures.

The collection also includes accessories such as socks, tote bags, a baseball hat, a recycled satin scarf, pink sunglasses and baseball hats – ensuring that you have all the basics for completing your look.

Children Collection

Shopping for your toddler can be overwhelming, but with the right clothes, you can create an unforgettable look.

Kid’s style has a wide variety of stylish and comfortable options for every occasion. For a fun and unique look, hoodies, tank tops, tanks dresses and denim skirts with lasered Gap and Barbie logos or metallic pink lunch boxes and backpacks made with recycled polyester fabric will make your little one stand out from the crowd.

To complete their look, there are also bike shorts and puff sleeve t-shirts available in toddler sizes as well as a pink tank to finish it off! Let your youngster show their true colors with these unique pieces!

Interactive Experience At Gap’s Times Square Store

Gap and Mattel have joined forces to launch a creative and interactive experience at Gap’s Times Square Store that is powered by the Geospatial Creator in Adobe Aero Pre-release. This collaboration aims to bring the products to life, creating a unique immersive customer experience for visitors to the store.

Store come to life with colors and shapes and be able to interact and shop with Barbie and her friends

modeling the new limited edition Gap x Barbie collection of clothing- Gap stated.

Gap’s “I Am Barbie” film is a testament to the fact that fashion is no longer just about fit and style, it’s also about embracing individual uniqueness and personal style. It emphasizes on the message that everyone should be comfortable in their own skin and proudly express their individuality through their clothing.

The new collection released on Tuesday is sure to set tongues wagging as it mixes modern trends with classic ones, creating an eclectic mix for all fashion lovers.

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Together with Adriano Goldschmied, we want to further increase the quality of our denim

Goldschmied, who has revolutionized techniques and styles in the world of denim, enriches OVS with his experience and brings his culture to the company.  With him, we will reach more evolved peaks of experimentation, not only in terms of fashion content but above all in terms of sustainability,” said Stefano Beraldo, CEO, OVS.

F/W 2023 has an exciting new collaborative collection with Goldschmied that is guaranteed to bring something special to every wardrobe. This collection offers a range of silhouettes, from cargos and wide legs to tailored details and fits, designed to enhance all body shapes.

With innovative fabrications and eye-catching design features, these pieces create looks that transition seamlessly from day-to-night.

For men, five-pocket jeans in selvedge denim represents the ultimate expression of jeans and has been crafted with Adriano’s years of expertise in the industry. Together, they have created a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication that offers the customers an authentic selection for all occasions.

Game Changer Dyeing

Additionally, OVS is taking an innovative approach to dyeing with the introduction of Blu Infinity, a type of dyeing created by the Pakistani company Crescent Bahuman. This new dyeing is set to be a game changer for the F/W 2023 S/S 2024 seasons for the Italian market and it will be tested on a selection of men’s and women’s garments.

With this project, OVS promises to bring the latest trend in dyeing innovation to its customers. Additionally, it improves color absorption and ensures low usage of water. Check the video below :

OVS Sustainability Approaches

Over the last several years, OVS has long been committed to creating a more sustainable approach to its dyeing processes, from reducing water usage to decreasing carbon dioxide emissions.

• OVS has adopted the Blu Infinity dyeing process which saves up to 62% more water than conventional indigo dyeing methods and significantly reduces energy consumption and CO2 emission.

• OVS, as of 2019, has taken a pioneering step to stop using potassium permanganate in its denim collections. Potassium permanganate (KMnO4) is involved in many chemical processes that are hazardous to both humans and the environment.

• To achieve the aged effects of their denim fabrics, OVS utilizes non-harmful treatment, such as laser or biodegradable enzyme technology.

This shift towards eco-friendly fashion production is a constant effort of conscious-minded brands across the globe that are looking for effective ways to reduce environmental pollution while still maintaining high quality standards.

How OVS Is Staying Ahead In The Market?

In order to stay competitive in this quickly evolving green economy, the group decided to further its decarbonization strategy in 2022.

• This was achieved through lowering its environmental impact by embracing more sustainable raw materials & production processes.

• To minimize emissions even further, the group also introduced photovoltaics and increased collaboration with its suppliers in adopting new low-emission technologies.

• OVS is staying at the forefront of fashion sustainability by not only integrating new production models and processes, but also committing to using eco-sustainable materials for the construction of its shops.

• To prove their commitment to sustainability, OVS recently released a T-shirt capsule made from organic cotton grown in Italy. This capsule will be not only unique in terms of its fabric, but also unique in terms of its production process.

Last year was a success year for the OVS Group with an 11.3% increase in their net sales to €1,513 million.

The two day event held in Vietnam drew a significant number of attendees from more than 250 companies. With a total of 1000 visitors from Vietnam & countries such as China, Hong Kong, Cambodia, Europe and US flocking to the event, it was a huge success. The visitors got to experience first-hand the Denimsandjeans platform that had been put together for the occasion.

There was no shortage of popular brands and retailers from these countries participating in the event and showcasing their products. The event was attended by companies such as Asmara, Gap, Shein, Li&Fung, Target, Landmark Group, PVH , Levi’s , Newtimes etc to name a few.

Event Theme

This year we introduced a new theme ‘ YOGIM‘ that combined two favorite everyday trends – yoga and denim. Yoga and denim go together in so many ways. Soorty (Pakistan) and Viethong (Vietnam) – presented their fresh collections of denim clothing designed for yogis, along with interesting ideas about how one can make exercise in denims more enjoyable. To capitalize on this message, the event also featured skilled Vietnamese yogis who performed impressive movements in stylish denims, demonstrating that it is entirely possible to bring elements of yoga into super comfortable denim-wear.

Trend Area

The 5th edition of DnJ Vietnam had a Trend Area at its event which showcased the YOGIM theme. The collections that were on display in this event featured majorly five categories:

• Loose n Loose (for loose jeans), Performanz (for performance jeans), Hy gene (for sustainability products), Minimalists (for subtle but elegant denims ) and My forte (for individual creativity).

Each of these categories is reflective of the latest trends and provide customers with clothing that had both look and functionality.

Seminars

Participants were also invited to join forums and seminars conducted by experts on different topics related to important denim topics. The primary goal was to provide useful insights and ideas on how this framework can be used as an effective tool for business operations in various industries.

The speakers’ presentations were inspiring and very informative. And we share the same with the youtube links below .

Nicolas Prophte

• VP Sourcing , Product and Innovation Denim for Tommy Hilfiger
• Topic : “How Vietnam Could Play A Role Towards A Circular Denim Industry”.

Florian Schneider

• Founder of YellowCrank Creative and Ex Director Sourcing PVH Far East
• Topic : “Denim in 2030”

Kyle Stephens

• CEO of Kolai Denim
• Topic : “Disrupting Denim With The Help Of Creative AI”.

Vo Manh Hung (William)

• Representative for Cotton Council International and Cotton Incorporated
• Topic : “US Cotton Trust Protocol” Sustainability and Traceability & A Needed Solution in the Challenging Market

Alice Tonello

• Marketing & RD Director Tonello
• Topic : “Laundry (R)evolution – Simple, Digital, Automatic

Serdar Demirciouglu

• Sales & Marketing Director Kaiser Textile
• Topic : “Latest Innovations In Laundry Chemistry”

Denim Bazaar

This season, a special bazaar section was set up for B2C consumers. They could purchase local Vietnamese denim brands’ handcrafted bags, accessories and trendy jeans directly from the makers. Participating denim brands included high-quality and ethically sourced jeans and accessories that featured unique embroidery, stitching, and personalization options. Customers were pleased to discover authentic pieces from these local artisans that took a modern twist on an iconic fashion style. All products were in limited supply, so it was essential for customers to shop early and act quickly before these items disappeared!

We are thrilled to announce the dates for our upcoming event in India on April 26-27 at the Lalit Ashok in Bengaluru. This event promises to be an exciting chance for exhibitors and visitors alike to discover new products and services, explore innovative ideas, and build great networks. Register HERE for the show in Bangalore.

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TCE is well known as one of the first denim mills in Asia – leading and inspiring the industry in this part of the world . Can you share some important milestones in the growth of the company?

TCE has grown to become one of the leading denim mills in Asia. Established in 1956, in South Korea and started Vietnam production in 2013 vertically operating from Denim fabric to Garment manufacturing. TCE is committed to continuously produce high quality products that meet market needs, and their commitment has resulted in the company’s successful growth and expansion over the years.

• The first milestone of our growth is to adopt “One Stop Shopping” in ONE place by vertically integrated full package service for our customers while reducing transit time and relevant cost significantly under volatile global SCM. In addition, we continue to invest in full sustainability from innovative materials to production facilities without compromising fashion and trend.

• The second milestone was the company’s adoption of a fully sustainable model. The current wastewater treatment is different from others. We treat wastewater as A grade quality followed by local government regulation. However, we feel that this process is not enough till zero discharge is achieved considering the well being of current and future generations. After treatment, the A grade water goes through carbon sand tank filtration, and then through Ultra filtration one more time. Finally Reverse Osmosis Membrane filtration process is done. The result is drinking level quality water.

Then we prepare for sustainable collections from eco-friendly materials and communicate with valuable customers every single year. In addition, we constantly investigate and upgrade our facilities for medium and long term eco sustainability.

The themes for 2022 and 2023 are Saving Earth Denim and Denim X Nature respectively.

The installation of the denim mill and denim garment manufacturing unit in Vietnam were perhaps the biggest steps taken by your company in recent years. How has the integrated operation been successful in providing a package offer to the brands?

The Simple is the Best, Through TCE’s well-organized vertical operation from fabric to garment.

Affordable fast fashion with effective production based on consumer needs in one location and streamlined procedures.

It is transitioning from an annual focus on fabric and garments just to a full package trend and swift client response. Several FTA benefits, including those made in Vietnam (EU-VIETNAM FTA, EU-JAPAN FTA, CPTTP), boost cost competitive advantage and expansion to the countries.

Your collections are well appreciated by the customers. What specific products or collections would you be focusing on during the Denimsandjeans Event in Vietnam in March?

Sustainability is not an option, but an essential thing. TCE wants to introduce two themes, “Denim by Nature” and “Saving Earth Denim” as new innovative materials focusing on sustainability.

With Denim x Nature , we believe everyone recognizes cotton is highly water and chemical intensive crop. TCE strives to study and develop many natural fibers can be alternative cotton as much as we can such as Soy, Sisal, Kapok, Abaca and Pineapple, Banana thru Tropical trees in East Asia.

Our goal is to present the audience with stylish apparel pieces that are not only attractive but also functional in nature. We believe that our collections will impress the customers at Denimsandjeans event owing to their innovative use of fabric technologies.

With Saving Earth Denim, Saving planet for next generation, TCE produces many products using recycled resources from wasted ocean fish net, pet bottle, agricultural wastes and biodegradable products such as Fish Net Denim, Mermaid Denim, Bioplastic Denim, Pre/Post consumer waste cotton, and so on.

How do you see Vietnam evolving and providing more value to global customers ?

Vietnam is garnering more attention as it develops into an Asian manufacturing hub with numerous FTA benefits and more stringent China C/O restrictions.

Next to sustainability, transparency and traceability are becoming the norm and of utmost importance. TCE is ready to offer all pertinent documentation to customers worldwide.

2022 has been a tough year for all. How do you see 2023?

• Given the potential for a slowing global economy and sluggish consumer demand, 2023 is likely to be another year with significant prospects and challenges.
• Consumer demand plummeted due to lingering global pandemic effects, causing companies and brands to re-evaluate their operations. To stay afloat, many firms are continuing to diversify their sourcing strategies and strengthening relationships with key vendors in response to the volatile market environment as well as keep sourcing sustainability and transparent supply chain.
• In addition, we are trying to provide more valuable products to buyers as the demand for jeans continues even in the event of an economic crisis .

I think this is our own challenge regardless of the change in the external environment.

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For more information , you can contact Alex at alex@tcedenim.com

This milestone marks the company’s first attendance at the Denimsandjeans event. The two-day event promises to offer insight into new trends, best practices, and Xdd’s commitment towards developing technologies that promote sustainability. We spoke to the Director of XDD Vietnam Mr Man Ng to know more about the company’s operations and vision .

XDD textiles has recently set up a denim mill in Vietnam . Our readers would like to know more about XDD and its background, growth etc.

XDD TEXTILE is a spinning and denim mill based in Vietnam. Also, all of our cotton is purchase from U.S. with different certifications. Eg; Cotton Trust Protocol. Sustainability is one of our strength, because of our RO system’s potential to achieve 50%, we have an overall water recycling rate of 80% this year, and we expect to reach 100% by 2025. Our fabric quality may give you a simple solution to get the vintage or marble look, coming with a great colors cast, which is our key competitive advantage over other mills. The foreword states that we work closely with Lenzing and combine different types of materials to make better products, such as blending or adding recycled cotton, employing PCW materials, such as EcoVero.

With the denim mill in Vietnam , how is the company able to serve its global customer base? Why do you think Vietnam is becoming increasingly important?

With the denim mill in Vietnam, the company is better placed to serve its global base of customers due to the recently concluded European Union-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement. This agreement is a new generation FTA between Viet Nam and 28 European Union member states, providing a wide range of opportunities for companies from both sides.

• Eliminating 99% of all tariffs
• Reducing regulatory barriers and overlapping red tape
• Ensuring protection of geographical indications
• Opening up services and public procurement markets
• Making sure the agreed rules are enforceable

The agreement removes tariffs and other barriers that have hindered trade in the past, making it easier for companies to do business in either region. This agreement also includes improved access for service providers and investors as well as provisions on intellectual property rights, which makes it easier for innovative companies to protect their inventions.

Vietnam is becoming increasingly important due to its strategic geographic location and its rapidly developing economy. With the EU-Vietnam FTA in place, it makes sense for companies to set up production plants there due to cheaper labor costs and access to a wider consumer base. The country has also become an attractive destination for foreign investors due to its low taxes, relaxed regulations.

What key products and collections you would be showcasing to visiting buyers during the Denimsandjeans Vietnam event on March 1-2?

Denimsandjeans Vietnam show is a well-known event for showcasing key products and collections. We are glad to announce that during this event, we will be placing the spotlight on these categories and providing our visitors with a huge variety of options to choose from. In our efforts to promote sustainability and eco-friendly products, we will be displaying eco-friendly collections made exclusively for women alongside other unique vintage products. Furthermore, our “Green Denim” collection will give buyers access to an interesting array of denim consists of Closed loop collection and Ecology Denim. We hope that these collections will capture the attention of visitors and give them an opportunity to select the best among what is on offer.

Authentic

• Vintage Friendly Collection

Exclusive Women’s E Collections:

• One Size Fit
• One Size Fit- 2 nd Skin

Green Denim

• Closed Loop Collection
• Ecology Denim

More Options

• Black Denim
• Naturals
• Core Items

Vietnam already has stringent laws related to sustainable processes. Has XDD gone further to use technologies which helps to become a preferred partner of the brands?

XDD REUSE TAKES ON COTTON TRAGEABILITY IN DENIM PRODUCTION
Although circularity has gained popularity in the denim industry recently, traceability is crucial for identifying and addressing the underlying environmental issues that manufacturing might cause. Cotton is the primary raw material used to create the well-known fabric in the denim industry, and it is the subject of all discussion. When XDD Textile introduced its XDD REUSE tracing system, it sought to address a significant concern in the denim industry: how might traceability be enhanced in the cotton production and recycling processes?

Pre-consumer trash is gathered from the mill’s affiliated clothing manufacturer by XDD Textile, which then regenerates and spins it into cotton that is as good as new. This recycled cotton may be traced because it comes from the cuttable waste from XDD’s own fabric. In this “Cut Waste Reuse” technique, XDD can recycle cotton from the garment manufacturing process using 10 to 15 percent of the cut waste. The recent development of such percentages to 20 percent and beyond illustrate the industry’s appetite for additional recycled cotton, even if several firms have already used 5 percent recycled cotton to continue with sustainable fabric production activities. Recycled cotton provides significant benefits, in that it can prevent additional textile waste and require far fewer resources than conventional or organic cotton.

The waste is often classified into 2 categories:

• Pre-consumer waste, which includes scraps created by yarn and fabric byproducts
• Post-consumer waste, which also includes garments from previously recycled finished goods.

The raw material for the XDD REUSE collection , which is made from pre-consumer waste, comes from the partner garment factory of DD, which regularly uses fabrics from the manufacturer In addition to using trash to make fresh fabric, XDD REUSE also makes use of the company’s Closed Loop System to further confirm the quality of the denim and make it possible to track the origin of the cotton. The textile mill can collect and regenerate the cotton using XDD’s circular Closed Loop System, which also increases the plant’s capacity to produce 100 tones of recycled cotton each month. As Vietnam bans the import of garbage, the system is driven by the XDD wastewater recycling process to reuse and recycle waste.

XDD Textile itself operates as a vertical enterprise, starting from the purchase of cotton, all the way through the yarn spinning and denim production and recycling processes. The company attributes this vertical model to its ability to offer a traceable cotton supply. XDD has built a recycling process designed to divert more products from landfills, which would help alleviate the estimated 25 billion pounds in annual textile waste produced, according to the Council for Textile Recycling.

The company’s established tracing process for the XDD REUSE collection can be
viewed here:

With the above process in place, XDD aims to guarantee and ensure that all denim production at its factories remain of the highest quality. XDD says it is the first mill in Vietnam that has started to use cuttable fabric waste for recycled cotton, which is now certified by Control Union, Recycled
Claim Standard (RCS) and Global Recycle Standard (GRS).

Visit our website for Denimsandjeans Vietnam to register to visit the show and check out the collection of XDD !.

For more information , you can contact XDD Team man@xdddenim.com

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Every year, approximately 300 million metric tonnes of plastic garbage are generated throughout the world. Each year, India produces roughly 9.46 million metric tonnes of plastic garbage. From 1950 to the present, researchers estimate that 8.3 billion tonnes of plastic have been produced. 60 percent of the plastic has ended up in landfills or the global ecosystems as plastic garbage. Despite different attempts, just 9% of plastic garbage has been recycled so far, and only 12% has been burnt. The remaining 79% has been collected in our surroundings.

In 2016, France produced a significant quantity of the trash, averaging 4 to 6 tonnes per person. Large amounts of post-consumer trash are hardly recycled back into circulation, escape through the waste management system’s seams, and end up creating environmental harm and posing a threat to biodiversity. France created around 4.5 million tonnes of plastic garbage in 2016, with 80,000 tonnes harming the environment and 10,000 tonnes entering the Mediterranean Sea. As a result, France was responsible for the most environmental degradation in the Mediterranean area that year.

Furthermore, large amounts of post-consumer waste are mishandled, and goods and products are thrown away before even being utilized once. Unsold goods worth EUR 630 million are discarded in France every year. When perfectly excellent things are thrown away unnecessarily, the energy and materials utilized to make them are also squandered. Unsold items are destroyed, resulting in 5 to 20 times higher GHG (greenhouse gas) emissions than if they were reused.

Plastic waste has now become a major issue for governments all over the world. To address this issue, the French government has taken a bold step by passing Law no. 2020-105, often known as the “Anti-Waste Law,” which sets a target of recycling 100% of plastics by 2025.

THE ANTI – WASTE LAW

Since 2015, the European Commission has been focusing on an implementation plan to help Europe transition to a circular economy. The French government approved “The Anti-waste Law” on February 10, 2020, to combat waste and encourage a circular economy. The law intends to minimize waste and pollution at the design stage and shift from a linear to a circular economic model of production, distribution, and consumption. It uplifts businesses in a variety of sectors, as well as municipalities and citizens, to reduce waste and enact more circular practices.

Full oversight in environmental and health attributes of goods, surveillance on the recycling program, restriction on the use of plastic, assistance to fight pollution and waste of both food and non-food commodities, rigid punishment for environmental violations, provision to support companies in their eco-friendly initiatives, and so on are among the fifty measures included in the law. To sum up, the law aims to-

• To scrap out single-use plastic packaging by 2040
• Eradicating waste by revitalizing reuse and aiding charitable organizations
• Handling planned obsolescence
• Endorsing a better resource management system from design stage to material recovery
• Present improves, stronger and more seamless information to the consumers

How the government of France aims to achieve this anti-waste law? By 2025, the French government plans to recycle 100 percent of plastic. By 2030, they plan to reduce home garbage and waste from business activities by 15% and 5%, respectively. To accomplish this, the government intends to establish a five-year strategy focusing on plastic reduction, reuse, and recycling. It will be phased in over four years, from 2020 to 2025, 2025 to 2030, 2030 to 2035, and 2035 to 2040.

PRESENT DATE SCENARIO

When France prohibited the disposal of unsold food goods in 2016, it made international news. This restriction will be expanded to other unsold commodities, such as electronics and hygiene products, beginning this year, 2022. From January 1st, it is unlawful in France to burn a variety of unsold items, as part of the government’s goal of establishing a “circular economy” and minimizing waste.

From this year, 2022 onwards, it is illegal in France to destroy the following unsold goods- electronic products, textiles, clothes and shoes, furniture, ink cartridges, hygiene products, food preservation and cooking equipment, leisure products, books, and school equipment.

Affect Of Anti- Waste Law on Fashion Industry

What is the actual amount of trash produced by the fashion industry? Every year, the average consumer discards 70 pounds (31.75 kilograms) of apparel. Every year, we generate 13 million tonnes of textile waste, 95% of which might be repurposed or recycled. For the past five years, post-consumer trash has been at the forefront of the circular economy debate in the fashion sector. “The 2020 Preferred Fiber and Materials Market Report reveals that the global fiber production has doubled in the last 20 years, reaching an all-time high of 111 million metric tons in 2019 and pre-COVID-19 results indicated potential growth to 146 million metric tons by 2030.”

As per French Lawmakers, the fashion sector is a viable target of the new laws as apparel merchants, in particular, will have to refresh their items more regularly (than those of other industries) as they often have unsold overstock. The industry, as a result of its long-standing procedure of destroying unsold merchandise to avoid selling it at a reduced rate and/or paying to store it, is one of the major causes in terms of more than €650 million (nearly $710 million) worth of new consumer goods destroyed or disposed of annually in France, and $900 million worth is unsold items that end up in landfills.

How exactly is France recycling the wasted clothes? More demand for recycling choices arose as a result of increased interest in the environment and a desire to live a safe life. There is no denying that over 60% of the garments wind up in the garbage. So, what happens after that? Garments that are dumped in the trash are collected by ECO TLC organizations or businesses. The collected clothing is then processed by hand and resold to second-hand retailers or delivered to textile recycling organizations, which is the labor portion.

After that, all of the textiles that can no longer be worn are transported to be recycled, where they are chopped, shredded, frayed, or crushed, and then turned into rags, insulating products, new garments, or secondary raw material. . Few firms in France, such as Hopaal, Maison Izard, and others, are already providing precedents for other large brands, demonstrating what is possible.

The Policy Measures

The law includes plenty of measures, to help shape the adaptation to a circular economy. The demolition of unsold non-food items is prohibited in France for the first time. Instead of dumping or incinerating unwanted items, businesses will be required to repurpose, donate, or recycle them.

It is also the first country to require that electronic and electric items, including cellphones, computers, washing machines, and televisions, have a mandated modifiability index. This strategy attempts to enhance the proportion of devices that are fixed by requiring manufacturers to consider modifiability throughout the design stage and educating customers about repair alternatives when purchasing a gadget.

By establishing new employment and promoting the solidarity economy, the law also hopes to inspire societal reform. France is also supporting circular solutions to help those living in difficult situations by setting aside funding to encourage the development of 70,000 employment in reuse networks and encouraging the donating of unsold items to charitable organizations.