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2025 Global Textile and Fashion Exhibition–Outside Japan
2025 Global Textile and Fashion Exhibition Calendar Hello, this is Kayaba from the ApparelX News editorial team. Today, we would like to introduce some of the major international textile and apparel-related material trade shows scheduled for 2025. In this article, you’ll find a comprehensive list of overseas exhibitions and trade fairs in 2025 that focus Read more
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Choosing the Right Costume Fabrics: Spotlight on Organza and More
In the world of costume design—be it for theater, dance, events, or special collections—fabric selection is paramount. The right textile not only enhances visual appeal but also ensures comfort and functionality. Among the most iconic fabrics in costuming is organza, celebrated for its delicate transparency and structured drape. Let’s delve into organza and other popular Read more
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Not just vintage zippers: Introducing Asahi Zipper’s C-ZIP
While Asahi’s vintage zippers are well known, there are many other style available as well. In this article, let’s talk about Asahi’s CZIP zipper, as well as things to note when ordering and what you need know. C-ZIP This is a rare zipper that is a reproduction of a zipper from about 100 years ago.It Read more
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Power loom tape: Making Asahi WALDES® sliders more stylish!
Since WALDES® zippers from Asahi keep gaining popularity recently, in this article, we would like to introduce Asahi’s power loom tape, which can be attached to zipper sliders to make them easier to pull, a great way to make your zipper look more stylish. What is power loom tape? Tape woven on a power loom Read more
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Kamishiraishi Japanese Handcrafted Brass Buckle
Japanese brass hardware you’ll discover timeless pieces that not only meet your functional needs but also enhance your projects with warmth, character, and traditional craftsmanship. Read more
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Understanding Denim Wash Types
Denim is far more than just a fabric—it’s a ever-changing fabric that transforms over time, shaped by the wearer’s lifestyle and the wash techniques applied to it. In the world of apparel manufacturing and fashion design, knowing the different denim wash types and their effects is essential. Whether you’re using denim from Japanese mills like Read more
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Learn How to Order Covered Buckles
If you work in the apparel or brand industry, you may have created original parts. I think there are a certain number of people, especially in the women’s apparel industry, who order covered buttons, which are buttons wrapped in fabric. These are original parts that create a sense of unity with the item, but they Read more
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What are US-based customers buying from Japan?
In this blog, I want to introduce some items that we have been selling to our US-based customers and what has been trending. With the current state of the trade between the US – China, we hope that this will shed some light into what materials apparel (and non-apparel) buyers are purchasing from Japan. Ribbons Read more
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<URGENT NOTICE> Importing Shell Buttons into the US
At ApparelX, we sell shell buttons from japanese button manufacturers. We have recently found out that our customers/ US importers require a US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) permit/license to import shell products, including the buttons we sell. We have inquired with the US FWS’s Office of Law Enforcement to gather details. If you plan Read more
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Ordering zippers: What are Factory Production and Delivery Date Priority?
There are two ways to order zippers at ApparelX: factory production and delivery date priority. It could be confusing for a first time user, so we would like to explain how to order YKK zippers and which option suits you the best. Factory Production When ordering zippers, you specify the zipper type, element color, tape Read more