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Introducing tools, ideas and valuable information for enhancing product planning and design work in the apparel and fashion industry. This includes how to use virtual samples in Digital Product Creation (DPC) and digital prototyping, knowledge of design software related to 3D and CAD, and sustainable manufacturing practices.

Discover Yarns From Around the World with yarnbank — Insights From the “Mastering yarnbank: Your Ultimate Guide” Webinar

Nov 25, 2025 9:00:00 AM
yarnbank

In the fashion and apparel industry, especially in knitwear design and planning, material selection—one of the most crucial factors for success—is no longer confined to trade shows or physical swatch books. yarnbank® is a global online platform...
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A Complete Guide to Texture Maps: Why Optical Properties Matter in Apparel 3D Design

Nov 5, 2025 8:59:59 AM
Virtual Sample

Previously, in the article “What is U3M? How to Make 3D Virtual Fashion Even More Realistic!” we introduced the U3M file format, which contains two types of information: optical properties and physical properties. U3M is a very convenient data...
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Circular Fashion—The Big Picture: From Environmental Protection to Social Impact, a New Approach to Building a Sustainable Future

Oct 7, 2025 8:59:59 AM
Sustainable Fashion

Circular fashion is gaining attention in the fashion industry as an important concept for building a sustainable future. By reducing mass consumption of resources and large-scale waste generation that come with a traditional linear economy*, and by...
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Knitting for Success! —A Comprehensive Guide from Design to Final Product

Sep 1, 2025 10:26:23 AM
Virtual Sample

In today’s rapidly changing fashion industry, efficiency and sustainability are not just buzzwords—they are essential for success. This article spotlights a project from the “Knitting for Success” guidebook, based on a webinar hosted by Shima Seiki...
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What Is SHIMA Datamall—the Online Service That Leads Digital Transformation in the Fashion Industry?

Aug 8, 2025 9:00:00 AM
SHIMA Datamall

Have you heard of SHIMA Datamall™—the game-changing digital content web service for fashion planning?If you’re in the business of knitwear planning and design, SHIMA Datamall™ is a must-know digital tool.This web-based service is especially handy...
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Efficient, High-Quality Sock Production Made Easy with APEXFiz Design-Sox

Jul 22, 2025 9:00:00 AM
Virtual Sample

In today’s fast-paced fashion world, digitalization—especially 3D-powered virtual sampling—is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s becoming the norm. Among all product categories, “socks” are uniquely well-suited to virtualization, offering a real...
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Explore the Benefits of the Virtual Shop Through Examples, and Find Out How to Create Opportunities for the Next Phase in Consumer Shopping!

Jun 10, 2025 9:00:00 AM
Virtual Sample

The fashion and apparel industry is rapidly embracing digital transformation, and the way we shop is evolving along with it. We’ve all grown accustomed to online shopping through e-commerce sites, but have you ever thought about taking it a step...
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What Are "Eco-Friendly" Materials? Sustainable Choices Companies Can Make in Their Manufacturing

May 12, 2025 9:00:00 AM
Sustainable Fashion

The global environment is undergoing rapid change and is steadily worsening. In this context, terms like "sustainable" and "upcycle" have gained prominence. Recently, more products labeled as "eco-friendly" can be seen on store shelves. In this...
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Realizing Manufacturing Without Physical Samples! —How to Create Digital Prototypes for Knitted Goods

Apr 17, 2025 11:02:06 AM
Virtual Sample

In our ongoing six-part series on solutions to promote digitalization in the fashion industry, for Part 4 we introduce design tools that are super-helpful for planning accessory items. In addition to creating patterns and efficiently designing cable...
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AI is Transforming the Fashion Industry in More Ways Than You May Think!

Mar 18, 2025 9:00:00 AM
Virtual Sample

AI (Artificial Intelligence) has been advancing at a dizzying pace lately, and it’s safe to say that almost everyone has heard of ChatGPT by now. Many professionals are already using AI tools to boost efficiency at work. While there’s buzz about AI...
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