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A Fulbright Scholar’s report on textiles and apparel education in Myanmar

Myanmar, once known as Burma, has a substantial history in the textiles and apparel industry. In the past, the nation’s contribution to the industry was small compared to that of other Asian nations. However, ...

Authors: Jaeil Lee

Something seems fishy: mainstream consumer response to drag queen imagery

This study investigates how drag queen imagery in advertising and mainstream consumers’ tolerance towards homosexuality (i.e., drag queens) affect their attitudes towards the advertisement and brand in the con...

Authors: Sarah Frankel and Sejin Ha

Exploration of the body–garment relationship theory through the analysis of a sheath dress

The apparel industry is replete with assumptions regarding the body-garment relationship. Traditional anthropometry focuses on linear body measurements, which are inadequate to describe and classify the human ...

Authors: Robin Carufel and Elizabeth Bye

Correction to: The development of a performance hand wear and tools product innovation framework

An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via the original article.

Authors: Susan L. Sokolowski

Experimental design and evaluation of a moisture responsive sports bra

Women prefer to wear a sports bra not only for exercising, but also during resting and daily activities, highlighting deficiencies in current sports bra designs. The purpose of this study was to design, develo...

Authors: Adriana Gorea, Fatma Baytar and Eulanda A. Sanders

Consumer resistance to innovation: smart clothing

Smart clothing is believed to have an enormous growth potential, but at present, it is not so attractive in terms of sales. This study identified various obstacles affecting consumers’ interest in smart clothi...

Authors: Naan Ju and Kyu-Hye Lee

Collegiate female athletes’ body image and clothing behaviors

This study investigated the body image experiences unique to collegiate female athletes in relation to their apparel wear. Female athletes (n = 36) participated in interview sessions, 3D body scanning, and pho...

Authors: Mary Claire Nemeth, Huiju Park and Jane Mendle

Achieving corporate sustainability performance: The influence of corporate ethical value, and leader-member exchange on employee behaviors and organizational performance

This study investigated how corporate sustainability performance can be attained through the interface of corporate ethical values and leader-member exchange, and how employees’ positive and negative behaviors...

Authors: Stacy H. Lee

Art, life, and the fashion museum: for a more solidarian exhibition practice

This article departs from the century-long understanding that fashion connects ‘life and art’, an understanding once advocated by Hans Siemsen in his avantgarde journal Zeit-Echo, to discuss how the museum consti...

Authors: Louise Wallenberg

The development of a performance hand wear and tools product innovation framework

Humans wear products and use tools that interface with their hands to provide abrasion resistance, impact protection, grip, thermal comfort, and detailed maneuvers. The skills needed to design new and innovati...

Authors: Susan L. Sokolowski

Physiological and subjective burden when wearing fire protective boots between 3.2 and 5.3 kg

This study investigated the effects of weight increase of firefighters’ boots on physiological and psychological strain. Seven young males (70.9 ± 4.8 kg in body mass, BM) participated in the following four bo...

Authors: Sang-Hyun Roh, Yelin Ko and Joo-Young Lee

Validation of the wearable acceptability range scale for smart apparel

The wearable acceptability range (WEAR) Scale has been a useful tool used in consumer behaviour and product development research to better identify the social acceptance of wearable devices. In this study, we ...

Authors: Changhyun Nam and Young-A Lee

Product experiences of clothing attachment in baby boomers in the United States

Despite the importance of the baby boomer generation, there is relatively scarce research focused on that consumer group. Based on the framework of product experience, this study explores the experiences of ol...

Authors: Lina M. Ceballos and Seoha Min

The textile products labelling analysis and requirements

The textile sector is one of the most representative of Spanish industry, contributing to the wealth of the country with close to 10% of the business fabric in Spain. However, in spite of this daily consumptio...

Authors: Luna Santos-Roldán, Beatriz Palacios-Florencio and Juan Manuel Berbel-Pineda

Predicting clothing behaviors of Generation Y men through self-esteem and body dissatisfaction

This study investigated how various dimensions of body dissatisfaction of men in Generation Y (i.e., body dissatisfaction-weight, body dissatisfaction-muscles, and body dissatisfaction-height) influenced their...

Authors: Jihyun Sung and Ruoh-Nan Yan

Working environments and clothing conditions in the construction industry

This study collected fundamental data on the current status of construction workers’ clothes in South Korea, and categorized it based on construction site environment and job position. The study was conducted ...

Authors: Ran-i Eom and Yejin Lee

Changing structures of B2B networks in the Japanese textile and apparel industry

The aim of the present study was to evaluate how the business-to-business (B2B) networks in the Japanese textile and apparel industry changed between 2005 and 2010 using data on 200 companies. Network analysis...

Authors: Yusaku Ogai, Yoshiyuki Matsumura and Yusuke Hoshino

Characterization of Electrical Heating of Graphene/PLA Honeycomb Structure Composite Manufactured by CFDM 3D Printer

Conveyor fused deposition modelling (CFDM) 3D printing of graphene (GR)/polylactic acid (PLA) composite filament offers a unique capability to manufacture tailorable honeycomb structures which can be designed ...

Authors: Hyelim Kim and Sunhee Lee

Structural modeling of dissatisfaction, complaint behavior, and revisiting intentions in hairdressing services

This study aims to present a comprehensive model that effectively explains dissatisfaction, complaint behavior, and revisiting intentions of hair service consumers through an empirical analysis. In order to em...

Authors: Hye Won Lee and Mi Young Kim

Top online luxury apparel and accessories retailers: what are they doing right?

Many luxury firms have successfully adopted online sales and online sales growth has outperformed offline sales growth. As online luxury sales continue to grow, service expectations in digital and instore chan...

Authors: Wenzhao Mu, Sharron J. Lennon and Wenqiao Liu

Categorization of lower body shapes of abdominal obese men using a script-based 3D body measurement software

The objectives of this study are to identify the principal components that represent distinctive shapes from the silhouette and profile views of the lower body shapes of abdominal obese Korean men and to categ...

Authors: Kyu Sun Lee, Hwa Kyung Song and Sungmin Kim

On the fashionalization of digital devices: a study of the representation of mobile phones in fashion magazines

We asked when and how mobile phones are represented in Vogue (US) and L’Officiel (FR) between 1993 and 2017, and in what sense their presence in such magazines can be understood as making them into fashion items....

Authors: Yanqing Zhang and Oskar Juhlin

‘Neo-Crosssexual’ fashion in contemporary men’s suits

Today, fashionable menswear is appropriating traditionally feminine design elements on an unparalleled international scale. This phenomenon should not be interpreted purely as a subversive gender issue, but sh...

Authors: Hoe Ryung Lee, Jongsun Kim and Jisoo Ha

Color and fastness properties of mordanted Bridelia ferruginea B dyed cellulosic fabric

Bridelia ferruginea B dye was extracted from the bark of the tree using aqueous extraction method. Extracted dye was used to dye cellulosic (cotton) fabric in presence of 5% calcium chloride (CaCl₂) or 5% alum (K...

Authors: Jamiu Mosebolatan Jabar, Ademola Israel Ogunmokun and Tella Adewale Akanni Taleat

An evaluation of the suitability of fluorescent fabrics and retroreflective materials for road traffic warning clothing in compliance with international standards

The purpose of this study is to compare and analyze physical properties of different fluorescent fabrics and retroreflective materials to determine their compliance to international standard for high-visibilit...

Authors: Soonja Park

Factors affecting the fashion purchase decision-making of single Koreans

The number of single consumers in Korea has recently undergone a rapid increase, making this demographic a major consumer market. Through this study, we attempt to better understand this group by focusing on s...

Authors: Jiyong Lee and Jinsook Hwang

Standardization of the size and shape of virtual human body for apparel products

International virtual human body (VHB) standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) specifically used in virtual garment systems in the apparel field, as suggested in ISO/TC 133/WG 2...

Authors: Hye Suk Kim, Hee Eun Choi, Chang Kyu Park and Yun Ja Nam

Measurement of antibacterial properties of foil-backed electrospun nanofibers

Current methodologies for evaluation of antibacterial properties of traditional textiles are not applicable to foil-backed, poorly-absorbent electrospun nanofiber materials, since existing test methods require...

Authors: Mary Ann Wagner-Graham, Herbert Barndt and Mark Andrew Sunderland

Consumer attitudes toward downward extensions: an exploration of Giordano’s extension in Hong Kong

Given that numerous fashion brands constantly struggle to survive, it is important to learn how consumers evaluate and change their attitudes toward the downward extensions of mass-production fashion businesse...

Authors: Fan Zeng, Stacy H. N. Lee and Chui Ming Heung

Developing elderly men’s footwear sizing system based on their foot shapes

The purpose of this study was to develop a shoe sizing system for elderly men in Korea based on previous studies which analyzed aspects and shapes of the sole of those who aged 60 years or more. The sizing sys...

Authors: Namsoon Kim and Wolhee Do

The effect of 10,12-pentacosadiynoic acid on the morphology and characteristics of electrospun PDA/PU nanofibers

In this study, the effect of 10,12-pentacosadiynoic acid (PCDA) on the fabrication of PDA/PU nanofibers was examined. The PDA/PU nanofibers were prepared by electrospinning PU and PCDA at different mixing rati...

Authors: Myoung Ok Kim and Jung Soon Lee

Convert one outfit to more looks: factors influencing young female college consumers’ intention to purchase transformable apparel

Transformable apparel offers two or more functional and/or alternative aesthetic styles through various manipulative methods, which is considered a sustainable alternative in the fashion industry to reduce exc...

Authors: Chunmin Lang and Bingyue Wei

A study of the improvement of foam material sealing technology for wetsuits

The purpose of this study is to propose the most suitable sewing method to produce wetsuits using neoprene fabric. To construct a sewing method sample using neoprene fabric, the samples were prepared using two...

Authors: Heekyoung Oh, Kyung Wha Oh and Soonjee Park

Use of regression to study the effect of fabric parameters on the adhesion of 3D printed PLA polymer onto woven fabrics

The use of the three-dimensional (3D) printing technique is gaining popularity due to its ability to produce products with minimum waste. 3D printing can be used to add polymers onto woven fabrics to produce n...

Authors: Nonsikelelo Sheron Mpofu, Josphat Igadwa Mwasiagi, Londiwe C. Nkiwane and David Njuguna

Conceptual design framework as a model for wheelchair users’ sportswear comfort

The purpose of this study is to propose the necessary design framework to assess sportswear attributes in terms of comfort and enhanced performance for wheelchair users. The design framework, which is to integ...

Authors: Hyojeong Lee and HeeJae Jin

Performance of bio-ethylene propylene diene monomer (bio-EPDM) foam with mixed chemical and encapsulated blowing agents

Bio-EPDM, produced from sugarcane-derived ethylene, is an eco-friendly alternative material that can solve environmental pollution problems while showing performances similar to neoprene, a petroleum-based syn...

Authors: Joeng Seon Sang, Eun-Young Park, Sung-Wook Lim, Soonjee Park and Kyung Wha Oh

Compression suits with and without films and their effects on EMG during isokinetic exercise

This study aimed to determine the differences in the EMG of thigh among film-welded compression suits (WCS), film-free compression suit (CS) and a loose sportswear during knee joint exercise. To differentiate ...

Authors: Jiyoung Choi and Kyunghi Hong

Psychogenic antecedents and apparel customization: moderating effects of gender

The impact of gender is critical in consumer behavior; however, gender differences have been overlooked in consumer studies. The purpose of this study is to examine how behavior-inducing psychogenic needs (i.e...

Authors: Su-kyung Seo and Chunmin Lang

Firefighter daytime visibility: trim properties and conspicuity

Conspicuity enhancing trims on turnout gear promote firefighters’ abilities to (1) reduce the possibility of struck-by accidents, (2) be located and recognized by others, and (3) coordinate their work with col...

Authors: Jonathan T. Kahl, Nathan J. Anderson, Glenn Casner, Vera Shuman and Tim J. Gardner

Elucidation of relationship between clothing silhouette and motifs with Indian Mughal architecture

Fashion adopts numerous creative ideas and the designers source them. Architecture is also not left out from the eye of designers. Fashion designers used to take their inspiration from architectural buildings ...

Authors: Annu Kumari

Truly sustainable or not? An exploratory assessment of sustainability capability of textile and apparel corporations in China from the moral responsibility perspective

Within the moral responsibility theory of corporate sustainability (MRCS) framework (Ha-Brookshire in J Bus Ethics, 2015. https://​doi.​org/​10.​1007/​s10551-015-2847-2

Authors: Nannan Yang and Jung E. Ha-Brookshire

Correction to: Introduction to special collection: collaborating with technology to sell fashion

In the original publication of this article (Choo 2019), the author would like to add the omitted research to the list of this special collection, “collaborating with technology to sell fashion.”

Authors: Ho Jung Choo

The effect of social connectedness on consumer adoption of social commerce in apparel shopping

The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of social connectedness on social media users’ attitudes and intentions towards adopting social commerce in the technology acceptance model (TAM). Data collec...

Authors: Eunjoo Cho and Jihyeong Son

The impact of moral philosophy and moral intensity on purchase behavior toward sustainable textile and apparel products

This study investigated the causal–effect relationships among moral philosophy, moral intensity, and purchase behavior toward environmentally sustainable textile and apparel products. A research model incorpor...

Authors: Heesook Hong and Ji Hye Kang

A quantification of the preferred ease allowance for the men’s formal jacket patterns

The purpose of this study is to provide a quantitative reference required for the decision of ease allowance to draft men’s formal jacket patterns by quantifying the customers’ actual tendency regarding the pr...

Authors: In Hwa Kim, Yun Ja Nam and Hyunsook Han

Identifying tween fashion consumers’ profile concerning fashion innovativeness, opinion leadership, internet use for apparel shopping, interest in online co-design involvement, and brand commitment

This study identifies tween fashion consumers’ profiles in relation to fashion change agent (FCA) characteristics, such as fashion innovativeness and opinion leadership, and examines how the tweens’ FCA charac...

Authors: Renee Baker, Ui-Jeen Yu, Hae Jin Gam and Jennifer Banning

Objective knowledge, subjective knowledge, and prior experience of organic cotton apparel

The purpose of this research is to examine the relationships between objective knowledge, subjective knowledge, and prior experience of organic cotton apparel and their effects on purchase behaviors. The sampl...

Authors: Tae-Im Han

Effect of weft yarn twist level on mechanical and sensorial comfort of 100% woven cotton fabrics

Fabric sensory properties are complex concepts which include dimensional changes at small forces such as tensile, shear, compression and bending, surface properties (friction and roughness) plus surface coolne...

Authors: Desalegn Atalie, Addisu Ferede and Gideon Kipchirchir Rotich

Introduction to special collection: collaborating with technology to sell fashion

Authors: Ho Jung Choo

The effects of celebrity-brand congruence and publicity on consumer attitudes and buying behavior

Marketers use celebrity endorsements to make advertisements believable and to enhance consumer recognition of the brand name. However, once a direct link has been formed from a celebrity to a brand, the negati...

Authors: Jae Han Jay Min, Hyo Jung Julie Chang, Tun-Min Catherine Jai and Morgan Ziegler