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            "content": "byingildsen\n\nConnecting Brands, Manufacturers & Growth Opportunities\n\nAs an independent textile industry advisor, I work with 15 manufacturing, fabric, trim and printing partners across international markets.\n\nThrough a global network of more than 32,000 Linkedin connections and 5,000 Linkedin newsletter subscribers, I help connect brands, sourcing organizations and manufacturers while providing market intelligence through the Global Brand Growth Index - a benchmarking platform covering 7,301 apparel brands worldwide.\n\nThis newsletter shares selected market insights, industry developments and partner highlights from across the global apparel supply chain.\n\nYou can read more about my profile and industry work here (https:\/\/ingildsen.com) .\n\nIn this edition\n* Global Brand Growth Index 2026 | UK Market\n* Global Brand Growth Index 2026 | Athleisure Segment\n* Laurema: Heat Transfer Innovation for Apparel Brands\n* TextiMag\u2122: New Freshness Technology Launch with EASY SHOP\n\nGlobal Brand Growth Index 2026\n\nThe Global Brand Growth Index 2026 is built on a proprietary database covering 7,301 apparel brands worldwide. The platform benchmarks brands across markets and product segments, analyzing digital growth, market positioning and emerging challenger brands. The first two editions are now available:\n* Global Brand Growth Index 2026 | UK Market {35 Pages]\n* Global Brand Growth Index 2026 | Athleisure Segment {37 Pages]\n\nGlobal Brand Growth Index 2026 | UK Market\n\nThe United Kingdom remains one of Europe's most influential apparel markets, combining established retail leaders with a growing number of digitally driven challenger brands.\n\nThe Global Brand Growth Index 2026 | UK Market benchmarks 889 fashion, sport and outdoor brands, providing a data-driven analysis of growth performance, market positioning and emerging category leaders.\n\nThe report reveals that the UK apparel market achieved an average brand growth rate of 11.4%, with challenger brands significantly outperforming established market players. Digital-first brands continue to gain market share, while premium and performance-driven categories remain among the strongest growth segments. For manufacturers and suppliers, the report provides valuable insight into which brands are growing fastest and where future sourcing opportunities may emerge.\n\nReport highlights\n* 889 UK brands benchmarked\n* Average market growth: 11.4%\n* Fastest-growing brands and category leaders identified\n* Pricing and market positioning analysis\n* Digital growth and market share trends\n* Emerging challenger brands and growth opportunities\n\nDownload the full UK Market Report here (https:\/\/payhip.com\/b\/v3L21) and discover how leading and challenger brands are performing across the UK's fashion, sport and outdoor sectors.\n\nGlobal Brand Growth Index 2026 | Athleisure Segment\n\nThe Global Brand Growth Index 2026 | Athleisure benchmarks 501 athleisure brands worldwide, representing a combined Instagram audience of 99.3 million followers and annual growth of 9.4%.\n\nThe report provides a data-driven analysis of the brands, markets and product trends shaping the global athleisure industry. It highlights the fastest-growing brands, leading markets, price segments, digital performance rankings and emerging challenger brands across North America, Europe and Australia.\n\nCovering everything from brand growth and market structure to sourcing strategies and category trends, the report offers valuable insights for brands, manufacturers, investors and industry professionals seeking to understand where the next wave of growth is taking place.\n\nKey findings include the rise of digitally native brands, the dominance of the mid-price segment, and the continued strength of markets such as the USA, UK and Australia within the global athleisure landscape.\n\nAccess the full Athleisure Report here (https:\/\/payhip.com\/b\/UXubr) to benchmark your market position and identify the brands driving growth in one of apparel's fastest-growing segments.\n\nAdditional country reports and segment analyses will be released continuously throughout 2026, with two new releases per month.\n\nUpcoming releases include:\n* Global Brand Growth Index 2026 | Germany Market\n* Global Brand Growth Index 2026 | Outdoor Segment\n\nLaurema: A Trusted Partner for Heat Transfer Innovation in Apparel Manufacturing\n\nAlongside the market intelligence platform, I continue building long-term partnerships across the global textile industry.\n\nFor more than 10 years, Laurema has been one of my trusted industry partners, supporting apparel brands and manufacturers with advanced heat transfer solutions across a wide range of product categories.\n\nLaurema is a European manufacturer specializing in custom heat transfer applications for garment and performance apparel production. With more than 25 years of experience, the company supports brands and garment manufacturers with production-ready logos, heat transfer labels, and decorative applications across sportswear, swimwear, sweatshirts, elastic fabrics, and delicate wool blends.\n\nToday, Laurema supports both established brands and emerging challenger brands with heat transfer solutions that combine durability, design flexibility and production efficiency. The company's expertise enables brands to implement high-quality branding, functional applications and decorative details across a wide range of apparel categories while meeting the technical requirements of modern garment production.\n\nAs brands continue to invest in product differentiation, performance features and premium finishing details, heat transfer technologies remain an increasingly important part of apparel product development and brand identity.\n\nLooking for heat transfer solutions? Learn more about Laurema here (https:\/\/laurema.lt) .\n\nTextiMag\u2122\ufe0f x EASY SHOP - Freshness Designed for Everyday Confidence\n\nMore recently, I started collaborating with TextiMag\u2122\ufe0f after discovering their innovative mineral-based textile technology platform focused on next-generation freshness solutions for apparel.\n\nAs brands increasingly seek alternatives to traditional biocidal treatments, mineral-based freshness technologies are becoming an important area of innovation within apparel development. TextiMag\u2122 addresses this demand through a unique magnesium-based odor adsorption technology designed to deliver long-lasting freshness without relying on antibacterial chemistry.\n\nThis August, EASY SHOP \u2014 the leading lingerie retail brand of Audrey Group \u2014 launches a new collection powered by TextiMag\u2122, demonstrating how innovative textile technologies are moving from concept to commercial application.\n\nBy capturing odor molecules directly from the fabric, TextiMag\u2122 offers brands a non-biocidal approach to freshness that supports both product performance and consumer comfort. The technology is suitable for a wide range of apparel categories, including underwear, sportswear, activewear and everyday essentials where freshness remains a key purchase driver.\n\nAs consumer expectations around comfort, functionality and product longevity continue to increase, textile technologies such as TextiMag\u2122 are expected to play an increasingly important role in future apparel innovation.\n\nInterested in non-biocidal freshness solutions for apparel? Learn how TextiMag\u2122 is helping brands enhance product performance and consumer comfort. Click here (https:\/\/icl-industrialproducts.com\/products\/textimag\/) .\n\nLet's Connect\n\nBuilding strong manufacturing capabilities alone is no longer enough. The companies achieving the greatest growth today are those that combine operational excellence with strong market visibility, strategic relationships, and access to the right customers.\n\nThrough my international network of more than 32,000 LinkedIn connections, 5,000 LinkedIn newsletter subscribers, and the Global Brand Growth Index platform covering 7,301 apparel brands worldwide, I help manufacturers, fabric mills, trim suppliers, printing companies, and textile technology providers increase their visibility and strengthen their position in global markets.\n\nIn addition to market intelligence and industry insights, I facilitate introductions and business connections between manufacturers, suppliers, technology providers, brands, sourcing organizations, and key industry stakeholders across Europe, North America, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and other important apparel markets.\n\nI am currently looking to connect with:\n* Garment manufacturers seeking access to European and North American brands\n* Fabric, trim and printing suppliers looking to increase market visibility and generate new customer opportunities\n* Textile technology companies seeking commercial partnerships and market access\n* Apparel brands looking for sourcing partners and manufacturing capabilities\n* Investors and industry professionals interested in apparel market intelligence and growth trends\n\nLooking for new customers, sourcing partners or increased visibility?\n\nReply directly to this email and tell me what type of brands, customers or partners you are looking to connect with.\n\nIf I believe there is a potential fit within my network, I would be pleased to arrange an introduction or exploratory conversation.\n\nLet's start a conversation.\n\nAlex Ingildsen\n\nIndependent Textile Industry Advisor\n\nFounder, Global Brand Growth Index\n\n\ud83d\udce7 alex@ingildsen.com\n\n\ud83c\udf10 www.ingildsen.com\n\nConnect with me on LinkedIn: Here (https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alexingildsen\/)\n\nSign up for my LinkedIn Newsletter:https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alexingildsen\/Here (https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/newsletters\/7154110277536342016\/?displayConfirmation=true) https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alexingildsen\/\n\nWant to change how you receive these emails?\nYou can update your preferences (https:\/\/ingildsen.us13.list-manage.com\/profile?u=bdf93bfc86fcc9ef84e1aaeae&id=8b1f9d88a7&e=ae5c5280dc&c=162e544291) or unsubscribe (https:\/\/ingildsen.us13.list-manage.com\/unsubscribe?u=bdf93bfc86fcc9ef84e1aaeae&id=8b1f9d88a7&t=b&e=ae5c5280dc&c=162e544291)\nhttp:\/\/eepurl.com\/iUQeJU\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (https:\/\/ingildsen.com, https:\/\/payhip.com\/b\/v3L21, https:\/\/payhip.com\/b\/UXubr, https:\/\/laurema.lt, https:\/\/icl-industrialproducts.com\/products\/textimag\/, www.ingildsen.com, https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alexingildsen\/, https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alexingildsen\/Here, https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/newsletters\/7154110277536342016\/?displayConfirmation=true, https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alexingildsen\/, https:\/\/ingildsen.us13.list-manage.com\/profile?u=bdf93bfc86fcc9ef84e1aaeae&id=8b1f9d88a7&e=ae5c5280dc&c=162e544291, https:\/\/ingildsen.us13.list-manage.com\/unsubscribe?u=bdf93bfc86fcc9ef84e1aaeae&id=8b1f9d88a7&t=b&e=ae5c5280dc&c=162e544291, http:\/\/eepurl.com\/iUQeJU). 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