Megan Delancellotti

Apparel manufacturing gap between buyers & sales teams? ⤵ (Learn to ALIGN your sales vision and the realities of apparel manufacturing.) The complex processes and variables in the apparel industry can create a communication GAP between buyers and sales teams on one side, and manufacturers on the other. As your Apparel Sourcing Specialist, I'm on a mission to bridge this gap by: Empowering Apparel Buyers: ↪ Learn the "why" behind manufacturing challenges and understand the variables that impact them. UNDERSTAND production challenges and set REALISTIC expectations. Building Savvy Sales & Marketing Teams: ↪ Learn to CALCULATE fabric needs for different products, estimate costs and present accurate quotes to clients, and build trust through INFORMED communication. Streamlining Communication: ↪ Promote understanding across teams, OPTIMIZE collaboration, prevent misunderstandings, and deliver a successful experience for everyone involved. Let's connect to help you with ongoing support tailored to YOUR needs. Book a 1:1 call with me NOW!

6

Launching NEW products with limited production  capacity sounds like a nightmare? 👇 (Limited production doesn't have to LIMIT your  success.) As your Apparel Sourcing Specialist, I can assist  you with: Sourcing options:  ↳ Provide you with a manufacturing facility for smaller  batch production runs. Inventory management:  ↳ Developing strategies to optimize your stock levels. Marketing and pre-order planning:  ↳ Crafting a plan to generate excitement for your new  product launch. Managing the supply chain: ↳ Taking care of the process from start to end and  delivering your order to your doorstep. Schedule a 1:1 call to discuss your vision. Let’s COLLABORATE to make your brand successful even with limited production capacity.

3

1 Comment

We have been asking this question for several years! Has the apparel market turned a corner? It is going down a new path for sure! I look forward to learning about Robert Antoshak’s perspective on this United States Fashion Industry Association webinar next week. Thanks Bob for sharing your insights! #textile #usa #apparelmarket

45

1 Comment

Comment on Industry Posts: "Great insights on the importance of fabric innovation. At Daenong, our advanced R&D has been pivotal in staying ahead of trends and meeting customer needs." Share Relevant Articles: "An excellent read on the future of the apparel industry. Excited to see how these trends unfold and impact our strategic initiatives at Daenong Apparel."

3

The outdoor apparel industry is a leading user of recycled polyester, but we're finding out that those recycled bottles actually aren't as sustainable as we thought. The alternatives are still in their infancy and there's not a lot of great options available for small businesses who need a low quantities and accessible price points. Bottom line, recycled polyester is still better than virgin polyester. We're taking steps to incorporate more textile waste (production scraps seems to be a good place to start) and looking into new concepts with bio-engineering. But nothing is scalable to the size the industry needs at this point. Sustainability is a spectrum, and ultimately the best way to make small batch product sustainable, is to build product that is long lasting and durable, that can be passed from generation to generation.

2

4 Key Considerations for Activewear that Performs & Feels Great As an apparel sourcing & manufacturing specialist,  I understand what factors are most important  for the buyers when choosing activewear. Sustainable Materials:  ↳ Fabrics made from recycled materials are a  growing trend. Breathable Comfort:  ↳ Staying cool and dry during workouts is essential. Durable Build:  ↳ Activewear should withstand intense activity and  frequent washing. Fashion-Forward Style:  ↳ Looking good can boost your confidence and  motivation to stay active. DM me to discuss sourcing or manufacturing of high-quality garments for your business. Follow Sohail Ahmed

5

1 Comment

What are the key insights on the fashion industry rapidly changing policy and legislation landscape? How do we talk about equity in the construction and compliance to these emergent legislative framing? Will they lead to rapid action or just bury everyone with ever persistent requirements for reporting? Join me as I discuss these critical issues and more at the Better Cotton Conference in Istanbul (or online)! #BCI #sustainability #climateaction #equiry

165

5 Comments

🌍♻️ Exciting Opportunity for Corporate Sustainability: Introducing Titanic Denim RESCUED Workshops! ♻️🌍 Is your company seeking innovative ways to showcase its commitment to climate change and ESG initiatives? Look no further! Our Titanic Denim RESCUED workshops offer the perfect blend of eco-consciousness and team-building fun. In these workshops, participants delve into the pressing issue of fast fashion's impact on the environment, particularly focusing on denim, notorious as one of the dirtiest industries in fashion. But fear not! Our workshops empower attendees to take action by transforming preloved jeans into stylish and practical items like denim bags for life, aprons, backpacks, and much more. Designed for all skill levels, our workshops ensure that everyone can participate and contribute to the cause. Participants leave with a sense of pride, knowing they've not only crafted something meaningful but also played a part in reducing textile landfill. Our sessions are not only informative but also enjoyable and relaxed. With a maximum capacity of 10 people per workshop and two skilled facilitators on hand, we ensure personalised attention, especially for those less familiar with sewing. Ready to embark on this journey of sustainability and creativity? Reach out to me to schedule your Titanic Denim RESCUED workshop today! 🌟 #Sustainability #CorporateResponsibility #ESG #TeamBuilding #ClimateAction

34

5 Comments

As global supply chains continue to face challenges, brands need to embrace nearshoring in their supply chain strategy. The footwear industry can uniquely benefit from nearshoring in León, Mexico—a hidden gem yet to be fully tapped. Here's why León stands out: - León boasts a long tradition in leather and footwear manufacturing, with world-class tanneries and manufacturers with deep knowledge of leather footwear. - León offers easy access to major North American markets, significantly reducing shipping times and costs. This proximity allows brands to streamline their supply chains and respond swiftly to market demands. - Mexico's favorable trade agreements, such as the USMCA, provide tariff advantages.  - Brands can enhance their green credentials by partnering with eco-friendly manufacturers and tanneries in León. The footwear industry has yet to fully embrace the untapped potential of León. It's time to recognize and capitalize on this hidden gem. #Footwear #Nearshoring #LeónMexico #SupplyChain #Sustainability

29

5 Comments

Only 4 easy steps- Let's take the first step together... #Uniforms #ThreadsUniformAgency #Quality #UniformPrograms #CustomWebstoreOrdering #EasySteps #StepUp

1

Footwear brands Sustainable commitments? Many brands have leaned into utilizing Bio based polymers, recycled upper materials and making efforts to lessen the footprint! Too many will only step into utilization of better options if its at the same price- and there will surely be a growing push back for ‘Green washing’ of products! There are brands ( both UK based) such as Vivobarefoot and Hylo Athletics who are making those margin sacrifices to build and roll out authentic, sustainable concepts. One product that has traditionally seen recycled elements utilized is rubber soles! It used to only be targeted for low end products! Abrasion resistant, oil resistant safety and duty shoes use factory off cuts- recycled rubber products mixed in alongside virgin rubber. I made shoes in Nigeria a few years ago, and their rubber tech ( the best ever) who was in his 70’s, said every day he compounded he was still using some small part of the first rubber product from his start 50 years early! That’s more likely when you make 1.5-2 M pairs a day- it’s a lot of rubber! This multi colour mixing has been utilized for decades, and now with additional additives like G, synthetic rubber and various polymers- the quality does not suffer and can be processed to perform under stress! Outsoles are an important part of athletic shoes and with rubber plantations suffering the pressure of climate change effects, it’s essential alternatives and research of new ideas are enacted, and wider usage of recycling (accepting black outsoles) becomes the norm- Plus it really is a beautiful, momentary artwork until it all disperses and goes to black! Daily artwork to gain advantage- not a bad thing !! #recycle #CMG #rubberoutsoles #mixitnow @DougS888 #sustainability #

42

3 Comments

Collaborations like these are critical to make textiles #circular and #sustainable.

9

Great article on CNN. Value isn’t always about the cheapest price. Quality product, great design, and a good price all add up to a product's value. https://lnkd.in/eFp8mV-u

14

"Spending so much time on styles that at the end are discarded because they're deemed unfeasible," is the most common answer when we ask #fashion product developers about their biggest pain point. Surprisingly, this answer resonates across segments: #luxury, affordable luxury, #sportswear and #fastfashion. At athena studio, design meets data, but we work every day to find the perfect balance between creativity and optimisation: fashion wouldn’t be fashion if it wouldn’t find its origin in the creative step. athena studio intervenes once a design has been sketched, and helps with turning the sketch into samples. We find that our users, the product developers, get medium excited about the gross #margin uplifts we identify 💸 , already a bit more enthusiastic about the #sustainability improvements 🌿 , but ECSTATIC about the early validation that they’re designs will meet the #feasibility constraints. (They are also pretty thrilled with the time they save on manual work with our platform 😉 ) Curious to see it for yourself? Reach out on LinkedIn or via our website: https://lnkd.in/eCMzW7tr 👉 AND! Are you a product developer, and want to learn more? Keep an eye out for our upcoming #meetups, with the first one in #Paris! #fashiontech #data

11