Clothing Industry Research Articles

Multimodal perception of digital protective materials

The online clothing industry has gained popularity among consumers, and the perception of materials and equipment plays a crucial role in their purchasing decisions. Therefore, accurately representing their appearance in real-time is essential. This study aimed to subjectively evaluate 20 protective textile materials by translating their tactile characteristics into virtual prototypes. This was accomplished by scanning physical materials with an x-Tex scanner and processing them in KeyShot rendering software. Consequently, four scenarios featuring digital materials were created: S1-image, S2-video animation, S3-3D object, and S4-physical materials. Digital visual subjective evaluations were conducted for sensory analysis. Participants were asked to assess four visual and seven tactile characteristics using a seven-point Likert scale. Statistical analysis was employed to evaluate the sensory data collected through subjective testing. The results indicated that agreement values for the four scenarios ranged from 1.25 to 7.0, as illustrated in boxplot diagrams representing the subjects' agreement with the perceptual attributes. Pairwise comparisons of the S4-S1, S4-S2, and S4-S3 scenarios concerning the difference in means revealed that attributes FR with values of 0.045 (S1), RM with values of 0.063 (S1), CR with values of 0.028 (S1), CR with values of 0.039 (S2), and 0.052 (S3) are closely aligned with the actual values, as the values obtained from these scenarios closely approximate 0. In contrast, the values of the remaining attributes were close to 1, indicating the difficulty of translating these attributes into digital format and achieving accurate perception. Assessing textile material properties through digital images remains a challenging task that requires in-depth subjective analysis.

Rental Clothing site (THE BORROW TREND)

Abstract – This research paper investigates the emerging trend of clothing rental websites, examining their impact on the fashion industry, consumer behavior, and environmental sustainability. The study aims to provide a thorough literature review, propose a conceptual model for clothing rental platforms, and offer insights into the future of this innovative business model. The creation of a business model that addresses the need for affordable clothing options, particularly for special occasions like weddings. The project aims to offer a solution for individuals from lower and middle-class backgrounds who find it challenging to purchase expensive attire for events due to high costs and limited utility. By introducing a rental clothing service called “Rent Attire,” the project targets a wide audience, including lower, middle, and upper classes, with a focus on providing various styles of clothing for different occasions. The long-term goal is to become a leader in the rental clothing industry, expanding services to include event organization like weddings. Marketing strategies involve advertising in magazines, social media, and television, along with offering discounts to attract and retain customers. The project emphasizes customer satisfaction, with plans to open stalls in universities and expo centers to reach a broader market. The business model includes physical stores for order placement and rental charges based on the completion of orders. Overall, the project aims to fill a market gap by providing affordable and stylish clothing options for various customer segments, with a focus on convenience and customer service. Keywords – Rental clothing-business model,Fashion business plan, Marketing analysis, Customer need, Managing customers, Search engine optimization (SEO), Custom HTML page templates.

Peran Inovasi Produk dan Citra Merek Dalam Mendorong Pembelian Berulang

In the current era of globalization, fashion products are one of the products that are quite in demand by consumers after food. In the past, clothing or fashion was a mere primary need. Along with the development of the clothing, entertainment, technology and information industries, fashion style is a medium for users to be able to increase their confidence, look fashionable and can support lifestyle. According to Fatmawati et al. (2017), fashion or fashion is the application of a person's way of wearing clothes, accessories, or even in the form of hairstyles to makeup that can be seen through a person's lifestyle. The fashion industry is one of the largest contributors to the 14 creative industries in Indonesia. This shows that the Indonesian people are well aware of looking attractive and stylish by following the development of emerging fashion trends. Along with the development of the fashion business, the company's competition to obtain profits and consumer loyalty is also increasing. Keywords : , ,

How Up-to-date Employees are on the Environment and How that Affects Green Human Resource Management

he goal of this learning was to look at the green HRM methods used in Bangladesh's clothing industry and how they affect employees' green behavior at work and in their free time. This study looked at how workers' knowledge of the environment affected the connection among green HRM performs and the green things they did at effort and in their individual survives. A administered by oneself questionnaire poll was used to gather the data. 270 managers and supervisors from Bangladeshi clothing makers took part in the poll. Moderated regression study was used to examine the study model that was proposed. The study found that green HRM practices made employees more environmental friendly at workplace and in their individual lives. These benefits were positive and statistically significant. The results show that things employees do to be green, both inside and outside of work, are probably a result of what they've learned and experienced at work. Green HRM methods had a bigger effect on workers who cared about the environment, as shown by the fact that knowing about the environment lessened the effects on green behavior at work and in their free time (Biemans, 2013). The study's results give policymakers and HR experts ideas for how to get workers to behave in ways that are better for the environment. This will help to improve environmental performance. Contribution/Originality: This study not only fills in a gap in the research, but it also adds to it by looking into how green HRM performs influencing workers' green behavior at work and outside of work.

Enhancing Financial Performance Evaluation: The MEREC-RBNAR Hybrid Method for Sustainability-Indexed Companies

Todays, companies are evaluated not only based on their financial activities but also in terms of their attitudes towards environmental, social, and governance (ESG) activities. In this context, companies are indexed based on their sustainability levels, striving to improve both their sustainability and financial levels simultaneously. The main objective of this research is to evaluate and compare the financial performance of companies listed in the sustainability index. To determine the financial performance of companies in the sustainability index, this research develops and proposes the MEREC (Method Based on the Removal Effects of Criteria) - RBNAR (Reference-Based Normalization Alternative Ranking) hybrid method. Additionally, financial ratios are used as criteria for evaluating companies' financial performance. The weights of financial ratios are calculated using the MEREC method, while the RBNAR method determines companies' financial performances. The application of the MEREC-RBNAR hybrid method is presented through a case study aiming to identify the financial performance of companies listed in the Istanbul Stock Exchange's sustainability index for the year 2022. Furthermore, in this research, companies' financial performance levels are determined by considering the averages of financial ratios of companies listed in the sustainability index, using reference-based normalization processes. The research concludes that the most critical criterion in determining the financial performance of companies in the sustainability index is Return on Equity (ROE). MAVI Clothing Industry and Trade Inc. is identified as the company with the highest financial performance level.

Comparing the cost-effectiveness and yarn quality improvement with PVA versus conventional maize starch as the sizing agents

The clothing industry is striving to reduce material use and energy consumption during the production process to maximize resource efficiency. The production of high-quality fabrics is driven by key materials such as sizing agents. While starch and its derivatives stand as the most prevalent natural sizing agents, they are without their drawbacks, particularly during the de-sizing process. Maize starch is the most widely used sizing agent in Ethiopia’s textile sector, yet its use presents challenges both in terms of the efficiency of the weaving process and in terms of the quality of the textiles. This study focuses on the development of a new size recipe for textile fabric processing, which is exclusive to PVA synthetic sizing material. Various criteria, such as viscosity, production improvement, environment sustainability, fabric quality, ease of de-sizing, low breakage rate, and cost-effectiveness, have been considered in selecting PVA sizing agents. The study assessed parameters such as size regain, yarn elongation loss, and fabric production. The study demonstrates the potential for substantial improvements in textile production by exploiting PVA's special properties and addressing shortcomings related to traditional sizing material. This shift to PVA based sizing formulations is not only expected to improve the quality and production efficiency of the fabric, but also to meet the wider sustainability objectives of the textile industry.

ТЕхНОЛОГИЯ ДИАГНОСТИКИ ОРГАНИЗАЦОННОЙ КУЛьТУРы ПРЕДПРИЯТИЯ В ПЕРИОД ЕЕ РЕСТРУКТУРИЗАЦИИ

Diagnostics of organization culture is one of the most important parameters for obtaining an overall picture of the state of affairs in the organization. It is a reliable tool for making management decisions. Thanks to diagnostic, there is a search for various opportunities to increase the economic efficiency of the company in the market and the organization of the labor process. The theoretical analysis presented in the study showed that the modern world there are a considerable number of diagnostics that help analyze the situation within an organization. It’s important to select the necessary technology that suits a specific company and specifics of its activities. The study made it possible to analyze and evaluate the level of organization culture of a medium-scale enterprise in the clothing industry. The study revealed the problem of a complete lack of cultural analysis as at a clothing enterprise. Therefore, in order to study the state of organizational culture and further improve it, if necessary, the technology of K. Cameron and R. Quinn was adapted. Diagnosing organizational culture allows you to identify elements of an existing culture and analyze which ones be abandoned and which ones can continue to be developed. The novelty is that the technology for diagnosing the organization culture of any enterprise differs from each other due to adaption to the company and its individual characteristics. The practical significance of using the technology is that in the future it will be easier for the company’s management to adjust the company’s development plan in connection with the shortcomings and advantages.

Mitumba: second-hand clothing industry in Kenya. A blessing or a curse?

Kenya is one of the leading SHC importers in Africa. The aborted import substitution industrialisation, the liberalisation of the economy, and the failure of the domestic textile industry led to the SHC trade surge, which is the direct product of the global (ultra)fast fashion linear business model. SHC industry is beneficial for the economy and the people of Kenya due to job creation, income and revenue generation, and the provision of affordable clothing. However, it has detrimental impact on the environment and the local textile/fashion industry. To maintain the benefits and reduce the negative effects, it is important not to completely eliminate it. In the short run, quantity should be decreased, and the quality should be improved to reduce waste. In the long run, there should be a gradual decrease and eventually elimination of second-hand clothing imports, depending on the revitalization of domestic garment industry.

The Influence of Interactivity, Aesthetic, Creativity and Vividness on Consumer Purchase of Virtual Clothing: The Mediating Effect of Satisfaction and Flow

With the rapid global growth of digital fashion, virtual clothing has recently become a hot research topic. However, there is still little literature exploring the mutual influence between virtual clothing design features and consumer purchase intentions. This study delves into the dynamic relationship between virtual clothing design attributes and consumer purchase tendencies, seeking to foster a balanced development of the virtual clothing industry. Following a literature review, this study formulated a theoretical model that includes seven key latent factors: Interactivity, Aesthetic, Creativity, Vividness, Satisfaction, Flow experience, and Purchase Intention. Anchored in the Stimulus-Organism-Response (SOR) paradigm, the study conducted offline trials where respondents tried on virtual clothing using AR as a stimulus, carefully examining data from 295 respondents. The analysis shows that while Interactivity and Aesthetics significantly increase the likelihood of consumer purchases, Creativity and Vividness lack a direct and substantial impact on this intent. Satisfaction and Flow experience are important mediating variables that profoundly influence the purchasing decisions for virtual clothing. The findings of this study provide new insights into virtual clothing design and marketing strategies, emphasizing the importance of optimizing user interaction and Aesthetic experiences in enhancing consumer purchase intentions.

Women's experiences of sexual harassment in the retail clothing industry: a grounded theory study.

Sexual harassment is a significant problem in workplaces all over the world. Women's reactions to sexual harassment are influenced by various factors. The aim of the current study was to investigate how women respond sexual harassment in the retail clothing industry. In-depth face-to-face interviews were conducted with 16 women aged 23-44 years (mean 29.18 years) employed for at least 3 years in clothes shops in Shiraz, Iran. A grounded theory approach was used to analysis the data and raise hypotheses. The main perpetrators of sexual harassment for female saleswomen were male customers. The women experienced conflict-induced stimulation (core phenomenon) when they were faced with sexual harassing behaviors (causal conditions). Such stimulation prompted three types of coping strategies: silence, avoidance, or confrontation. Intervening factors like the characteristics of the Iranian society (including family mores, state-imposed hijab regulations, patriarchal culture, educational system, and regulatory monitoring) and contextual factors (including individual and environmental factors and particularly employer expectations) were found to influence the selection of strategies used as well as their potential consequences in challenging situations. The current study used a grounded theory approach to produce an explanatory storyline that can be tested. Sexual harassment induces conflict-induced stimulation and responses are influenced by intervening conditions, contextual factors, selected strategies, and the perceived consequences of the response. The findings of the grounded theory study suggest that there are negative consequences, particularly in terms of lack of employer support and losing one's job, shame, and family disapproval which act as barriers for female saleswomen to counteracting sexual harassment from male customers. Such an understanding can also be applied to develop educational policies to support women as well as ameliorate the prevalence of this essentially illegal problem.

Study of Lodz Society’s Knowledge of the Circular Economy in the Textile and Clothing Industry

Abstract The textile and clothing industry is one of the most resource-intensive and polluting industries. The circular economy (CE) is one of the solutions to these problems. The textile industry has been identified as one of the most in need of transformation towards CE. The transition to a circular economy requires changes in the behavior and actions of all market players. Consumer interest in sustainability and the CE can stimulate companies to be more responsible and offer more circular solutions. This article analyses the knowledge and attitudes of consumers, adults living in Lodz (Poland), towards new circular models in the fashion industry (e.g. rent, repair). The development of the clothing rental service is still insufficient, but repair and the use of online portals to sell/buy second-hand clothing is becoming increasingly popular. However, it is still necessary to orient people towards environmentally friendly activities.

The international division of labor in the textile and clothing industry and the prospects of Russian companies

The international division of labor in the textile and clothing industry and the prospects of Russian companies

The relationships between ethical codes of conduct, ethical supplier risks, and financial performance: a buyer-supplier perspective

Although ethical codes of conduct are commonly used in supply chain management, the effectiveness of the codes has been questionable and the ethical risks from a supplier are rarely examined in a buyer-supplier dyad. Drawing on the literature on supply management, business ethics, agency theory and stakeholder theory, we propose that both the buyer and supplier should adopt ethical codes of conduct in order to reduce ethical supplier risk and improve their financial performance. A survey of 200 pairs of matched manufacturers and suppliers was conducted from automotive, clothing, food and pharmaceutical industries in China. Structural equation modelling was used to analyse the data. Our findings show that the implementation of buyer (supplier)’s ethical codes positively relate to its financial performance, and the buyer’s ethical codes positively relate to the supplier’s financial performance through ethical supplier risk. Our findings provide new empirical evidence on the critical significance of ethical codes of conduct and the particular role of suppliers in the adoption of this initiative in a supplier-buyer dyad.

SISTEM INFORMASI PENJUALAN BATIK DIANA (SEBERANG KOTA JAMBI) BERBASIS WEBSITE

Abstract: During this time another obstacle experienced by batik sellers is intense competition, it makes the batik clothing industry processors must have a marketing strategy that is different from its competitors. Then the constraints that exist in Diana Batik, namely the batik sales system are still using manually, and there is still no information about Diana Batik. The system development method that I use in this study is the waterfall method that resolves the problem gradually and can check again if there are improvements at certain stages. Through this application, it is expected to facilitate the sales process and information about Diana Batik quickly and precisely.

Exploring Determinants of Second-Hand Apparel Purchase Intention and Word of Mouth: A Stimulus–Organism–Response Approach

The U.S. second-hand clothing industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing environmental awareness among consumers. However, there is a gap in understanding the driving forces behind this trend. This study aims to investigate the impact of external factors, including product quality, information quality, and service quality, on consumers’ internal emotions and examines how these emotional states, encompassing hedonic value, utilitarian value, environmental value, functional risk, aesthetic risk, and sanitary risk, influence their purchase intentions and word-of-mouth recommendations. Data were collected from 448 consumers who have shopped for second-hand clothing through an online survey conducted on Qualtrics. Multiple regression was applied to test the hypotheses. The findings indicate that product quality, information quality, and service quality enhance consumers’ perceived hedonic, utilitarian, and environmental values. Furthermore, service quality significantly reduces consumers’ perceived risks in terms of functionality, aesthetics, and sanitation. Additionally, consumers’ purchase intentions and word of mouth regarding second-hand clothing are positively influenced by their perceived hedonic, utilitarian, and environmental values. This research enriches the understanding of consumer behavior in the second-hand marketplace and offers insightful implications for retailers and marketers in the second-hand clothing industry.

Financial Implications of Fast Fashion in India: A Comprehensive Study on Profitability, Sustainability, and Consumer Behavior

The emergence of fast fashion has significantly impacted the Indian clothing industry. This research investigates the financial dimensions of fast fashion in India, focusing on profitability, sustainability, and consumer behavior. The study analyzes how fast fashion affects the profitability of clothing companies in India. It also examines the sustainability practices adopted within the fast fashion sector and their implications for both businesses and the environment. Moreover, the research explores the influence of consumer behavior on the financial performance of fast fashion brands in India, considering variables such as price sensitivity, brand loyalty, and the growing demand for sustainable options. By providing insights into these areas, this study aims to offer valuable perspectives on the financial dynamics of fast fashion in India, aiding stakeholders in making informed decisions to balance profitability with sustainability in the industry.

The Regional Firm Density and the Growth of Firms in the Portuguese Textile and Clothing Industry

This paper focuses on the relationship between the regional firm density and the growth of firms in the Portuguese textile and clothing industry to investigate how their geographic clustering influences said growth. Despite the concentration of this industry in the Northern region of Portugal in only four poles, our results show that the location of firms in the cluster is not relevant for growth when the whole industry is considered. However, disaggregate analysis shows that the clothing industry does exhibit both location externalities and cross-location effect, while textile manufacture exhibits neither. In addition, our empirical evidence reveals that the growth of firms located in the cluster is positively correlated with external finance. This result suggests that location becomes a solvency signal for firms, and, specifically, this might help to explain why textile manufacturers firms are located in the cluster. These findings are relevant for entrepreneurs and Portuguese policymakers, as it jeopardizes the optimal allocation of scarce resources in the Portuguese textile cluster.

Combination of online hollow fiber liquid phase microextraction with smartphone-based sensing for in situ formaldehyde assay in fabric and wastewater samples.

A miniaturized analytical methodology was introduced based on the combination of a direct and online hollow fiber microextraction method with smartphone color detection. The method was used for the determination of formaldehyde (target analyte) in fabric and wastewater samples. In this regard, two reagents including ammonium acetate buffer and acetylacetone were added to the formaldehyde samples to create a colored compound. The colored compound was extracted from the sample by using the hollow fiber liquid-phase microextraction method, the extracted phase was not taken out of the extraction box and was directly transferred into a specially designed detection cell, and a smartphone was applied forin-situ color sensing and data readout. This combination gathered the advantages of both state-of-the-art microextraction techniques and smartphone sensing. Formaldehyde, as a carcinogenic compound widely used in paint and clothing industries, was selected as a model test. Factors affecting extraction efficiency were investigated and optimized, including the type of organic solvents, reagent concentration, salt, pH, stirring speed, reaction temperature, and extraction time. The linear region of the method under optimal conditions was 40-1500µg L-1 for wastewater samples and 0.3-11.2mg kg-1 for fabrics. The limit of detection and limit of qualification were 13 and 40µg L-1, respectively. The relative standard deviations for concentrations of 100 and 1000µg L-1 were 6% and 4%, respectively. To evaluate the application of the method for real samples, types of fabric and two samples of oil refinery wastewater were selected. The relative recovery in real samples was 84-98%. The results of the analytical parameters of the method show that the developed method can be used as an efficient method to determine formaldehyde in real samples.

Pengaruh Harga dan Keragaman Produk terhadap Minat Beli Konsumen Bloods Clothing Industries Concept Store Karawang

This study aims to analyze the influence of price and product diversity dimensions on consumer purchase intention at Bloods Clothing Industries Concept Store Karawang. In the rapidly evolving fashion business context, Bloods Clothing Industries faces the challenge of intensifying competition in the market. The main issue under investigation is how Bloods Clothing Industries navigates the dynamics of competition and creates a strong consumer purchase intention. This research employs a quantitative approach by collecting data from consumers who visited the store during a specific period. The collected data is subjected to statistical analysis techniques, and the structural model is tested using SmartPLS 4.0 software. The research findings reveal that factors such as price and product diversity significantly influence consumer purchase intention. Price-related aspects, including affordability, price-quality alignment, price competitiveness, and price-benefit correspondence, play a crucial role in shaping purchase intention. Additionally, product diversity in terms of materials and design also has a positive impact on consumer purchase intention. The implications of this study suggest that Bloods Clothing Industries concept store Karawang should consider marketing strategies that focus on competitive pricing dimensions and diverse products appealing to consumers. A better understanding of the factors influencing purchase intention can assist companies in making informed decisions to confront competition and enhance customer loyalty.

Determinants of Financial Performance for the Clothing Industry: A Romanian Approach

Determinants of Financial Performance for the Clothing Industry: A Romanian Approach