Fresh from its highly successful 63rd conference held in Porto, Portugal, from October 7-10, The Textile Institute (TI) will celebrate a major milestone at the ITMA Asia + CITME textile machinery exhibition in Singapore later this month.

One hundred years ago, in 1925, TI was granted its Royal Charter by King George V, transforming it from a professional association into a globally recognised chartered body, and in Singapore from October 28-31, is seeking to strengthen its international partnerships while welcoming new Corporate Members to its expanding global network.

The Textile Institute (TI) is celebrating its centenary with a global expansion drive at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 in Singapore from October 28–31.
Exhibiting with BTMA, TI aims to boost corporate membership and international partnerships.
With sections in over 60 countries, TI continues advancing professional training, research and collaboration across sectors like technical textiles and mobility.

Shared growth

At Stand B105 in Hall 8, TI will exhibit as a reciprocal member of the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA), showcasing the power of collaboration and shared growth. The long-standing partnership between the two organisations has been further strengthened by the appointment of BTMA CEO Jason Kent as TI’s new Commercial Vice President, bringing fresh industry insight and influence to the role.

“Our joint presence in Singapore underlines how enduring partnerships strengthen the entire industry,” Kent says. “Corporate Membership of The Textile Institute gives organisations access to an international network of professionals, cutting-edge research and strategic benefits valued at over £10,000 a year.”

Advantages

Membership unlocks a host of advantages, including global promotion and visibility, invitations to high-level networking events and training, collaboration on industry-led research, professional recognition through chartered qualifications and access to TI’s publications, data and R&D resources.

“As the only global professional body in this sector with a Royal Charter, we are driving the industry forward through high-quality events and training courses that equip professionals for the future,” says TI CEO Stephanie Dick. “Together with our Corporate Members, we’re tackling skills gaps, developing practical training solutions and reaching international audiences.”

New industries

“This is an exciting time for the industry, especially with the major opportunities being opened up in new technical textiles for rising industries such as energy and data storage, future mobility and advanced infrastructure,” adds TI President Charles Wood. “Whether you’re a multinational manufacturer or a fast-growing SME, TI offers a neutral, not-for-profit platform where your voice is heard and your ambitions are supported. As we expand our influence across Asia and beyond, we’re inviting new Corporate Members to join us, benefit from our resources and help shape the Institute with their expertise.”

The Textile Institute is ideally positioned to help organisations stay competitive, connected and compliant. From its first foundation in Manchester in 1910, its approach has always been to be “not of Manchester, but international”, and with sections and special interest groups active across the globe, it now serves members in over 60 countries, empowering professionals across every link in the textile supply chain.

“We are looking forward to exploring new possibilities with as many forward-looking companies as possible at this year’s ITMA Asia + CITME,” concludes Jason Kent.

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Marc Jacobs on Thursday opened a fresh Joy pop up in Galeries Lafayette within its Haussmann flagship in Paris, presenting the latest instalment of an innovative rolling capsule project.

 
Customers entering the famed department store are immediately greeted by the bold, blue circular Joy space, finished off with large petals. Inside the 30-square-meter bud retail space, one finds a bright and bouncy Fall 2025 limited-edition capsule collection that plays on the intersection of art and fashion through visual storytelling and expressive design.
 
Underlining Marc Jacobs’ brand power: Galeries Lafayette devoted 12 windows and 42 flags on its façade to celebrate the four-week pop-up, which runs through to November 11.

This new space continues the season-long celebration of Joy, which includes collaborations with renowned artists David Shrigley, Derrick Adams, and Hattie Stewart.
 
Jacobs has a long and rich tradition of culture-defining creative collaborations- such as Murakami and Richard Prince during his tenure at Louis Vuitton – linkups that extend beyond the world of fashion. He continues this with Joy, as three distinctive voices in contemporary art delve into ready-to-wear, accessories, and signature bags.

 
Shrigley’s satirical wit channels an absurdity that sparks laughter; like his Joy version of the famous Marc Jacobs Tote, on which he writes: “Please don’t spoil the Joy by Making Stupid Comments.” Other totes are made of canvas covered the same bold floral blues and priced at €275.
 
Adams’ vibrant geometries celebrate colour and rhythm with some natty sweatshirts and T-shirts, priced at €155 and €55 respectively.
 
Stewart’s pop-surrealist florals and characters offer a burst of optimism, seen in skateboards and very cool psychedelic Converse sneakers. Footwear priced very competitively, like the whole capsule, at €130.
 
Extending Joy beyond the brand, Marc invited a circle of like-minded brands to interpret the campaign through their own iconic products. Besides Converse, participants include SHUT skateboards; Moleskine journals, with collectible box sets of premium Crayola adult creative tools; and Maxbone, with a range of luxe pet accessories. Upstairs in Galeries Lafayette, there is even a further second floor Joy pop up that includes a gumball machine.
 
Joy pop-ups have already popped up in New York, Tokyo, London, and Athens. After Paris, the next destination will be Düsseldorf.