when Gregor Samsa woke from troubled dreams, he found himself transformed in his bed into a horrible vermin. He lay on his armour-like back, and if he lifted his head a little he could see his brown belly, slightly domed and divided by arches into stiff sections. The bedding was hardly able to cover it and seemed ready to slide off any moment.
One of the most significant trends shaping the future of the garment industry is sustainability. With growing awareness of environmental issues and social responsibility, consumers are demanding more transparency and accountability from fashion brands. As a result, sustainable practices such as eco-friendly materials, ethical sourcing, and waste reduction are becoming increasingly prevalent across the industry.
Furthermore, advancements in technology are revolutionizing every aspect of the garment industry, from design and production to distribution and marketing. 3D printing, for example, is enabling designers to create intricate and customizable garments with unprecedented speed and precision. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are also transforming the shopping experience, allowing consumers to virtually try on clothes
For the fiscal year ended May 31, 2005, revenues increased 12 percent to $13.7 billion, compared to $12.3 billion in fiscal year 2004. Changes in currency exchange rates contributed three percentage points of this growth, while the acquisition of Converse and Starter added one point. Full year net income was up 28 percent to $1.2 billion, or $4.48 per diluted share, versus $945.6 million, or $3.51 per diluted share, in 2004.
