Ragtrader brings you the latest news in the Australian textile, garment and footwear sector.


TFIA criticise hearing

Bardot: One of many officially accredited designers which supports fair working conditions.

A peak industry body has criticised a recent meeting on the Fair Work Amendment Bill due to its 'lack of industry representation'.

LMFF talent in London

Limedrop: One of  five designers to be presented in the Australian submission.

A handful of Australian fashion designers will have their work showcased during London Fashion Week this month.

Seafolly sets sales

Seafolly: Gearing for expansion.

Iconic swimwear label Seafolly has added a new component to its business which could see sales soar globally. Premium

Warehouse slashes figures

Antz Pantz: Available at Warehouse.

New Zealand retailer Warehouse has slashed its guidance on adjusted profit for the current financial year due to pressure on margins.

Outworkers tell all to panel

Lisa Ho: One of many officially accredited designers who supports fair working conditions.

As part of the ongoing inquiry into the Fair Work amendment, exploited workers today regaled a committee with stories of their unfair working conditions.

Target and Kmart sales slide

Target: Previous collaboration with Stella McCartney.

Discount department stores Target and Kmart are still in a rut, according to second quarter sales results released by parent company Wesfarmers today.

New range for Sweet Polli

Sweet Polli: The Origins Collection.

Eco-friendly accessory brand Sweet Polli has launched a new range following the success of its wooden collection.

Elliatt layers up

ELLIATT: Introducing outerwear.

Womenswear label Elliatt will introduce a dedicated outerwear collection in April, prompted by growing demand from existing clients.

LMFF reveals 2012 program schedule

Alex Perry: Will present an exclusive preview of his spring/summer 2012/13 collection at LMFF 2012.

The L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) has released its packed program schedule for the 2012 instalment and confirmed a league of industry heavyweights set to attend.

Sigh of relief for Gasp

Gasp: Case against them is dismissed.

Directors at Gasp fashion house can breath a sigh of relief as a court case against them was today dismissed.

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