In the fast-paced world of fashion, where trends come and go with the wind, one company has stood the test of time with its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. Stars Design Group, with over 30 years of experience, has established itself as a beacon of excellence in apparel manufacturing. Unmatched Experience With three decades under its belt, Stars … Read More
WRAP – Providing Transparency for Ethical Manufacturing
In a world where the fashion industry is often criticized for its lack of sustainability and worker welfare, there are organizations like WRAP (Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production) that are working tirelessly to make a difference. CEO of Stars Design Group Bret Schnitker and CSO Emily Lane recently had the opportunity to speak with Avedis Seferian, the CEO and President of … Read More
Sustainable Revolution: Transforming Fashion Through the Higg Index
The fashion industry has long been criticized for its negative impact on the environment and for its hard record on human rights. From the use of toxic chemicals and excessive water consumption, to labor rights issues and the need for improved ‘Fair Trade’ policies, the industry’s practices have often been called into question. To help with this challenge, the Higg … Read More
Moving Production while Managing a Manufacturing Portfolio
The question: “How can we move our production out of China to domestic or nearshore options?” is becoming a daily conversation. Considering that China supports nearly 80 percent of the world’s apparel manufacturing, there is not a simple answer to this question, nor an immediate “flip the switch” solution. With planning and awareness of strengths by country, however, there are … Read More
Technology’s Key Role in Apparel Manufacturing
Technology is advancing, rapidly. Manufacturers in every industry are required to keep up with the ever-changing tools to innovate the way products are developed. The clothing industry is one that has benefited tremendously from new software that takes the guesswork out of designing well-fitting clothing – made with high-quality materials. Is your manufacturer taking advantage of cutting-edge technology? If not…they’re … Read More