Category: ApparelX
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VANCET Sevenberry 2026 Spring Summer Exhibition: Denim takes the Spotlight
ApparelX Insights team was able to visit VANCET/SEVENBERRY exhibition of 2026 Spring Summer Collection, and here is a quick report on the latest offerings and highlights. Sojitz Fashion Sojitz Fashion is a textile trading company under the Sojitz Group, known for its strong foundation in cotton fabrics. Over the years, it has evolved into a Read more
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Visiting Iris Button Factories
In June, the ApparelX Insight team had the opportunity to visit Iris, one of Japan’s leading button manufacturers. Known for producing all of their products in-house—from raw material development to design, production, and final sales—Iris operates several domestic factories. We visited three out of their five Japan-based facilities, all located in Gunma Prefecture. Nitta Factory Read more
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Top Japanese Fabric Manufacturer: Masuda
Last week, ApparelX Insight had the opportunity to attend the Masuda Seminar, where we gained deeper insight into the brand and its product offerings. Founded in 1927, Masuda boasts nearly a century of history—98 years of excellence in fabric manufacturing. Today, the company offers more than 200 stock fabrics in an impressive 3,500 color variations. Read more
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On ApparelX: Sewing notions and apparel accessories
Yes, ApparelX is known to have fabrics and trims on the site but did you know that you can find sewing notions and other apparel accessories and even custom tailored formal wear as well? Let’s go through some categories! Yes, ApparelX is known to have fabrics and trims on the site but did you know Read more
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We are now accepting apparel OEM requests!
We were getting requests to find factories by our global customers. While apparel OEM was an unofficial service that we were providing, we have made it an official service! Check out this page for details ー The information I’m sharing here in this blog is information pulled from our apparel OEM page. With a focus Read more
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What is RACCAGNI zipper?
~ Introducing zipper features and ordering methods ~ I’ll be introducing raccagni zippers in this blog. What is RACCAGNI? RACCAGNI is a high-end zipper manufacturer founded in Italy in 1983. It is used by many fashion houses and high-end brands in Europe and the United States, including Dolce&Gabbana, PRADA, MaxMara, GIVENCHY, and Burberry. RACCAGNI zippers Read more
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Recommended for autumn and winter! Special feature on warm fleece and sheep boa fabrics
In this article, we will explain about warm fleece and boa fabrics that are recommended for the coming autumn and winter. What is fleece fabric? Fleece is a fabric that is becoming a staple in winter wear. It is now used in many everyday items such as hoodies, outerwear, the inside of pants, blankets, and Read more
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【2025 Trend】Recommended Patchwork Fabrics
Recommended Patchwork Fabrics Read more
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Visiting an Apparel Factory
Have you ever visited an apparel factory? To build on my recent training at Yamamoto Co., Ltd. (ApparelX is run by Okura Shoji Co., Ltd., and Yamamoto Co., Ltd. is within the same parent company, EXCY) on order-made suits and custom formal accessories, I was given an opportunity to visit Tex Tech’s (formally, Gents) factory. Read more
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Japanese Fabric Manufacturer: Japan Stretch
This time, we would like to introduce Japan Stretch to you, a Japanese fabric manufacturer carries a wide range of stretchy fabrics. Japan Stretch As the name suggests, Japan Stretch Co., Ltd. develops and sells stretchy fabrics and products. Stretch materials that utilize 40 years of commitment to materials and know-how in planning, proposals, materials, Read more