How will Trump’s second term affect the international footwear industry?
With Trump’s election victory over Harris, the retail and footwear industries have begun to assess the impact a second term in the Trump administration could have on the industry’s business. In the wake of Trump’s victory, trade organisations and experts have expressed a desire to work with the president-elect to address many of the issues currently plaguing retailers and consumers, such as high costs, tariffs and restrictive trade policies. ‘Inflation was clearly a key driver of yesterday’s election results, with many middle-class voters expressing deep concern about the impact of inflation on their household budgets,’ Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) President Policymakers should clearly consider their concerns when discussing taxes […]
Sustainable Fashion｜Can vegan leather be truly environmentally sustainable?
As the technology of man-made fabrics becomes more and more sophisticated, so does the performance of vegan innovative materials. It is seen by many brand companies as an important tool in the promotion of sustainable fashion because of its refined properties that are equal to or even superior to animal-based leathers, as well as its advantages in terms of price. However, as with anything new, it is always questioned and practised before its true value is realised, and vegan leather is an emerging textile material that is being widely discussed. The focus of the discussion is whether vegan leather can be truly sustainable and environmentally friendly? In fact, most of […]
Seminar on Intelligent Shoe Sewing Equipment and Technology Successfully Held
November 3, by the China Leather Association and the China Sewing Machinery Association jointly organised the intelligent shoe sewing equipment and technology seminar was successfully held in Guangzhou Huidong. The meeting aims to strengthen the combination of upstream and downstream production and demand, to build a platform for information exchange between sewing machinery industry and shoe industry, and to promote the innovative application and future development of intelligent technology in shoe sewing. More than one hundred representatives from shoe-making enterprises and sewing machinery enterprises attended the meeting. China leather association brand department and director of the footwear industry special committee Liang Wei presided over the meeting. At the beginning of […]
Distinguishing PU, PVC, and Microfiber Leather
In the world of synthetic leathers, PU (Polyurethane), PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), and microfiber leather each have unique characteristics and applications. What is PU leather？ PU leather, often referred to as artificial leather, boasts better physical properties than PVC. It is more flexible, tear-resistant, and breathable, which makes it suitable for footwear, furniture, and automotive interiors where flexibility and durability are crucial. PU leather’s manufacturing process involves complex layering and embossing techniques, resulting in a softer touch and a wider range of textures and colors. What is PVC leather？ PVC leather, on the other hand, is generally thicker and harder, lacking breathability. Its production involves melting plastic particles, spreading them onto […]
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