The August 2015 issue of Apparel is the Post-Fair issue and the theme is ‘Paths of Progress’. This issue comprehensively covers the 61st National Garment Fair and some other interesting and informative stories. In the ‘61st NGF Special’ section, we give a descriptive account of the three exciting days of the Fair. We report on the voices from the ground at the event and the Business Networking Sessions held at the NGF. The new brand launches at the 61st NGF are also covered in this issue. We also get the stakeholders to share their views on whether the new govt. is fulfilling the expectations of the apparel industry. A very interesting interview with Mr Rahul Mehta, President, CMAI, is a major highlight. A photo collage of the three days of this magnificent event showcases the grandiosity of this NGF. In the ‘CMAI Event’ section, we cover a seminar organised by CMAI’s Western Regional Committee on online selling. In the ‘Report’ section, we cover the 55th IIGF in detail. In the ‘Industry Insights’ segment, we cover the rapid rise of fitness wear in India, explore the strategies by malls to stay relevant despite the growing e-commerce surge. The ‘Make in India’ initiative and its impact on the apparel industry is also covered. In the ‘Tech Talk’ section, we explore the new technologies in the apparel industry. In the ‘Designer Spotlight’ section, we interact with Pune based Fashion Designer, Nivedita Saboo and her husband, Badal Saboo on the growth of their label, Nivedita Saboo Couture in Pune and the general fashion scene in Pune. The ‘Regulars’ section includes a round-up of important news and events in the apparel world (nationally and globally), a look at what’s trending, a sneak peek into the new stores launched, news of the brands in vogue and forthcoming events in the world of apparel. All in all, the August 2015 issue of Apparel is an eclectic mix of stories that are sure to keep the readers interested and informed.