“Just Hoods. Yes that really is all we do.” 2008 sees the launch of this new concept, bringing an unparalleled collection of colours in just one design to the garment decorating industry.

New for 2008, B&B offers Urban Bespoke Culture, including customised labelling at source. Every garment can also now be produced in the whole colour range (minimum 30 per size and colour).

Buliding on its successes in Europe and the UK, Bella is expanding for 2008 in terms of style offering, colour offering and distribution.

All-new Teamwear bags, a trio of funky Flow designs, two contemporary Cooler products, and a ‘straight-out-of-retail’ Vintage messenger bring the BagBase collection bang up to date in 2008.

Beechfield is launching eight new styles for 2008: five knitted caps and hats offer hot new designs for autumn and winter; two hi-spec sports caps and a new vintage bucket hat deliver cool new choices for spring and summer. The new additions complete a truly comprehensive headwear offering, which will cover any and every corporate and promotional cap and hat requirement during the year ahead, says Beechfield.

Epona believes 2008 will see continued growth and increasing customer interest in ethical issues. It will be expanding its range of Fairtrade, organic in-conversion cotton garments in 2008. It is also introducing a selection of new hoody colours including Military Green and Slate Grey, specifically geared towards the music markets, plus white hoods and brights for University Unions that will be launched over Fairtrade Fortnight in February.

Finden+Hales says it understands the importance of co-ordintaed teamwear, which is why each garment in its '08 collection can be matched with any other garment in the range. The launch of 32 new styles specially tailored for men, women and kids allows clubs, individuals and supporters alike the chance to create their own totally co-ordinated look, it says. From sizes 'boy' to 3XL.

Fruit of the Loom is adding four new styles to its catalogue collection in 2008, including new designs for men, women and children and offering new options for corporate, education, promotional, retail, sports and workwear buyers.

Gamegear’s team wear 2008 collection will feature a raft of new styles and is almost double the size of the existing range.

What colours will be popular in 2008, 2009, 2010 ... ? According to Hanes, International research points to earth tones, outdoor tones, illusion tones and good old black and white as the jackpot colours for the coming years. “We are talking Papaya, Sea Shell, Orange Peel, Cobalt Blue, Green ... and they all feature in the Hanes catalogue 2008,” it says.

“There is a major development in the clothing industry in technical fabrics to help the wearer feel more comfortable and to extend the life span of the garment,”says Henbury. “We have been watching this development closely and have recognised the great potential of these technical products within our own market place.”

James & Nicholson’s latest “Workbook 2008” focuses on two topics: ladies and sports, offering practical newcomers for fashion-conscious women and functional and sports products. New trendy colours such as brown, wine, Irish green or ecru are available.

Larkwood has introduced a painting smock for 2008 made in 100% nylon water resistant fabric that will protect the child, and their clothes, from all those spillages that they invariably make.

The RTY brand continues to make solid progress in its three very targeted areas of Workwear, High Visibility and Enhanced Visibility. As core product in any decorator’s portfolio the ranges have been extended in areas specifically requested by its customers.

PenCarrie’s marketing manager David Abrahams cites activewear and ethical clothing as two sectors that will see significant growth in 2008. He says: “Sales of activewear of all kinds have been steadily increasing, with sporty styles being chosen for an ever-wider variety of purposes.

Launched in 2007, Okarma has been providing the promotional and corporate wear market with an ethical choice. Climate change, creating sustainable clothing, reducing waste and recycling are hot topics, not just within the garment industry, but in the world at large, it says.

Quadra has launched an eclectic range of new products for 2008, with the primary focus being on fully featured business bags – the brand’s core market sector. However, Quadra has also developed its lifestyle bag offering with the launch of a new canvas despatch bag, relaxed laptop messenger, and two sporty QS kit bags.

The Result Clothing Company has introduced 16 new products into its range for 2008, which it says reflect the latest development in jacket technology. Environmental considerations are an integral part of business practices, says Result, and many of its products contain over 25% recycled materials. The new range is as follows:

Front Row has been providing the promotional leisurewear market with classic rugby shirts, casual tops and bottoms, and polo shirts for many years. Front Row’s philosophy is that the most important consideration for any brand should be its customer, which means that it’s constantly reviewing its products to provide exactly what the customer wants, not what Front Row thinks it wants.

Jerzees Colours is all about balance this year – the concept of yin and yang. “We’ve embraced the two sides to the brand – the essential wear and the must-have stories – and have split into two ranges, to present a clear, well-constructed offering to our wearers,” it says.

For 2008, Tencel is being introduced for the first time to Russell Collection – a major step forward in clothing technology, says Russell.

Russell Workwear is further extending its offering in 2008 as customers in the workwear market are looking more and more for work uniforms that combine functionality and high product quality with an attractive corporate appearance.

The Hooded Top Company is introducing a Fairtrade hooded top for 2008, which will be available in January.

With no fewer than 52 brands and 1300 products, 2008 promises to be the biggest and best year yet for Ralawise.

Sales of Saf organic products have more than doubled in the last year, according to new owner Quayside, which predicts that the demand for ecofriendly products will continue to grow in 2008.

Skinnifit is set to start ’08 with 19 brand new styles across its men’s, women’s and children’s collections.

Sportswear specialist Tombo has introduced Tombo subcategories for 2008 – Tombo Teamwear and Tombo Football.

What’s new for 2008 at UKL? Well let’s start with name, as from January 1st UK Leisurewear plc will now be known as UKL Ltd and its website address becomes www.uklonline.co.uk.

Westford Mill is adding jute shopping bags, along with new 100% cotton products, to its big value bag collection in 2008.