About the Journal

Research Journal of Textile and Apparel is an international journal focused on innovative research relating to the management and technological developments of textiles and the textile industry. Formerly known as the Journal of the Hong Kong Institution of Textile and Apparel, Research Journal of Textile and Apparel was first published in 1997 and is a flagship journal of the Hong Kong Institution of Textile and Apparel (established in 1993). The journal aims to encourage the presentation of scientific research results that introduce new concepts, innovative technologies, and improved understanding of materials and processing, management, design and retailing related to fibre, yarn, fabric, dyeing and finishing, apparel for different applications.