Why Understanding Global Apparel Trade Matters The global apparel trade connects farms, mills, factories, freight routes and retail shelves. For buyers, exporters and students, understanding these flows is not optional — it shapes sourcing costs, delivery times, margins and reputational risk. In 2025 the global apparel market was valued at roughly US $1.84 trillion. That…
Why Fashion Trends Matter in Sourcing In the fast-evolving world of fashion, timing is everything — especially when it comes to garment sourcing. As consumer demands shift and sustainability becomes non-negotiable, garment buyers must stay ahead of fashion trends to source the right products, from the right factories, at the right time. 2026 is expected…
Introduction: Why Bangladesh? Bangladesh is now a recognised global hub for ready-made garments (RMG), ranking as the world’s second-largest apparel exporter after China. With a strong legacy of textile craftsmanship, competitive manufacturing costs, and a growing focus on compliance, it is no surprise that Bangladesh has become a preferred sourcing destination for buyers from the…
In the modern global fashion industry, sourcing decisions are shaped by a careful balance of cost-efficiency, quality assurance, ethical standards, and sustainability. Amid this intricate equation, Bangladesh has emerged as one of the most preferred sourcing destinations for international apparel brands. From high-street labels to eco-conscious start-ups, buyers increasingly rely on Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG)…
Bangladesh has become one of the world’s most important sources for ready-made garments (RMG). Over the past few decades, it has transformed itself from a small, agriculture-based economy to a powerful force in the global textile and apparel market. Today, Bangladesh is the second-largest exporter of garments in the world, just after China. International buyers…
Clothing in Bangladesh is more than just a matter of fashion or practicality—it is deeply woven into the fabric of culture, history, identity, and tradition. With a rich textile legacy that dates back to ancient times, Bangladeshi clothing reflects regional diversity, social customs, and religious influences, and continues to serve as a vital expression of…
Introduction: From Quiet Foundations to Global Prominence Although Bangladesh’s readymade garments (RMG) industry had its quiet beginnings prior to the 1980s (as discussed in our previous article), the decades that followed witnessed a striking metamorphosis. From a nation grappling with industrial identity and economic constraints, Bangladesh emerged as the second-largest exporter of RMG products in…
A Forgotten Chapter in Bangladesh’s Textile Story When people hear “Bangladesh” and “textile industry”, they immediately think of the country’s globally dominant ready-made garment (RMG) sector — the second-largest in the world after China. But few pause to ask: How did we get here? Before the factories, the billions in exports, and the massive female…
Bengal Before the British Before the British Empire cast its vast economic and political shadow over the Indian subcontinent, Bengal was one of the richest, most prosperous, and culturally vibrant regions in the world. Its identity was inseparable from its exquisite textile industry — famed especially for the legendary muslin and silk fabrics. The production…
Bengal’s textile industry flourished spectacularly during the Mughal period, roughly spanning the 16th to 18th centuries. This era marked a golden age of craftsmanship, innovation, and global trade that positioned Bengal as one of the world’s leading producers of fine fabrics. The region’s exquisite muslin, jamdani, silk brocades, and cotton textiles became symbols of luxury…