Ragtrader's experienced local editorial team brings you the latest news in the Australian textile, garment and footwear sector.

07 Jul 2010

BRISBANE: The designer behind independent label Gail Sorronda is one step closer to working for the likes of Givenchy, Balenciaga and Roberto Cavalli.

07 Jul 2010

SYDNEY: A new boutique specialising in exclusive international collections is set to shake up luxury shopping strip Castlereagh Street.

06 Jul 2010

SYDNEY: Nobody Denim, Therese Rawsthorne and Ksubi have received an international tick of approval, with each in the running for a prestigious industry award.

06 Jul 2010

MELBOURNE: Quayeyeware is driving its international expansion with participation in the Berlin-based Bread and Butter trade show, which launches tomorrow.

05 Jul 2010

NATIONAL: Eccentric ready-to-wear label Romance Was Born has continued to drive commercial opportunities, collaborating with jewellery giant Pandora on a national retail tour.

05 Jul 2010

SYDNEY: Esmod Australia's demise has proven good news for the burgeoning number of students attending Whitehouse Institute of Design.

02 Jul 2010

AUCKLAND: Pumpkin Patch has welcomed a new non-executive director to its board as it inches closer to launching its playwear brand.

02 Jul 2010

BRISBANE: Subfusco, George Wu and Francis Leon are among the labels set to take advantage of a seminar bringing together US-focussed export experts.

01 Jul 2010

NATIONAL: Country Road has paired up with the Australian Red Cross for an initiative that aims to marry fashion with social awareness.

01 Jul 2010

NATIONAL: Want to know why the industry is pushing for an earlier Rosemount Australian Fashion Week schedule? An insider's look at High Street chain Bardot?