Newsletter Nov. 22, 2024

From sustainable denim innovation to the growing trend of nearshoring in Europe, discover how the industry is evolving and what it means for brands, manufacturers, and consumers. I'm also excited for my 10th year at ISPO Munich, where you can meet with six of my fourteen manufacturing partners to explore new opportunities and discuss future collaborations.

West Swedish and Norwegian Oslo based Brands in Growth

Last week, I went on my monthly roadshow, this time to western Sweden and Oslo, where I visited twenty of the strongest Nordic fashion, sports, and outdoor brands. The trip was a great success, and most of the brands chose to explore potential collaborations with one or more of my fourteen manufacturing partners.

It was encouraging to hear that the majority of the brands now are predominantly experiencing growth, with only a few expecting stable revenue compared to last year, and just one brand expecting a sales decline.

Evolving Garment Applications: Considered Approaches to Customisation and Printing, Kirpte

With a noted shift in the market to less resource intensive customisation options, we explore the need for change and the innovative options available to the sportswear market.

Across product categories, in everything from sportswear to leisurewear for indoor and outdoor use, customisation and printing is an essential step in the production process. After centuries of reliance on screen printing, there's a noted shift in the market to other less resource intensive options, with a focus on sublimation, embossing and heat transfers. Below, we explore how the need for change in the textile printing space is driven by growing environmental concerns, incoming legislation and innovation in the printing space.

Read the full story from Kirpte here

Rethinking Responsible Denim with Baltija cutmakesew

Brands are pushing toward responsible goals by rethinking denim as an infinitely circular material. With partnership key, we explore how innovators are working to make strides in circular innovations.

Denim is more than just a staple in wardrobes around the world—it's a multi-billion dollar industry that continues to dominate the fashion scene. Valued at $27.1 billion in 2022, the global denim market is expected to soar past $35 billion by 2027. But behind every pair of jeans lies a complex and often overlooked environmental impact, from fiber sourcing to washes and finishes.

Read the full story from Baltija Cut Make Sew here

Near Sourcing in Europe: Why Investing Closer to Home can Future Proof Supply Chains

Amid global unease and increasing consumer demand for transparency, brands are getting ahead and moving their manufacturing closer to home, increasing speed to market and reducing their impact in the process.

As global uncertainty continues, many brands are turning to nearshoring, marking a return to European manufacturing for many. The fallout from the Covid-19 crisis, ongoing conflicts, and rising tensions in Asia have stretched the traditional global supply chain. Brands are now seeking greater oversight, autonomy, and solutions that offer more control over production. At the same time, new and incoming legislation in the fashion industry is driving the need for enhanced transparency.

Read the full story from LTM Garments here

ISPO Munich, December 3-5, 2024

Lets meet in ISPO, Munich

I'm excited to announce that for the 10th consecutive year, I’ll be attending ISPO, celebrating a decade of participations. This will be a great opportunity to connect with my manufacturing partners, whether at their own booths or through my representation.

Visit us at the following locations:

SPORTSTEX (TEXmarket srl - Cottontex srl) - Hall B3, Booth 605

UAB Laurema - Hall A3, Booth 302

STATE OF WOW - Hall B1, booth 404

Other of my manufacturing partners joining ISPO (no booths);

KIRPTE, UAB

United Textile Group A/S

JBS Textile Group A/S

Feel free to reach out to schedule a meeting: 📧 alex@ingildsen.com 📞 +45 6162 7895

Previously

Scaling Up with J-Long: Embracing Change, Growth and Adaptability > Read more here

Getting set for 3-D Design: How 3D Design can Speed up your Prototyping > Read more here

Repair or Recycle? Balancing Sustainability and Innovation > Read more here

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Building Success Through Perseverance: How Baltija have Defined Dresses Production > Read more here

3 Key Trends To Have On Your Radar For SS25 > Read more here

The 5 Most Innovative Brands we Saw at the Olympics > Read more here

My Fourteen Manufacturing Partners

Read more about my manufacturing partners here

About Alex Ingildsen

Alex is the owner of byingildsen and member of the advisory boards or advisor for fourteen unique premium garment manufacturers and printing providers.

I am not functioning as an agent, but rather support the factories in sales, marketing, strategy and business development, allowing you to work directly with the manufacturers, which I have carefully selected for their strong competencies within sustainability, innovation and reliability.

You can read more about my manufacturing partners under my experiences, or you can request my partner presentation at alex@ingildsen.com