The Double Trouble Japanese crisis infects designers & retail supply chain
http://www.fibre2fashion.com/industry- article/paidArticles/3278.asp Article Abstract: The incessant disasters that struck Japan have crushed its economy, and as an aftermath is sending shockwaves round the globe. The global apparel supply chain has less impact comparatively over other automotive and electronics sector. Despite the intensity, clothing firms may be caught in the fall-out of the events. Japan had been a pioneer in textile manufacturing, and eco friendly clothing and dyeing. The country specializes in making eco friendly garments with silk crepe fabric . Some manufacturers from the affected region manufacture eco friendly apparels which are exported to New York. Japan is a major supplier of high-tech fibre , with the exports increasing by 29%during the previous year. This will receive a blow, till the country takes time to recover. Japanesedenim is preferred by companies like Diesel, for making high-end denim with woven edges, and deep indigo hues. This denim yarn also requires dipping up to 30 times in indigo dye to give the deep blue shade. Some small brands that are manufactured in Japan will also have the impact of the crisis. Learn more about The Double Trouble Japanese crisis infects designers & retail supply chain @ Fibre2fashion