This is the OSTFD project repository. It contains all the schemas, controlled lists and additional information to publish the website. For the site itself, please see https://opendatamanchester.github.io/OSTFD/ instead.
The site is build with 
OSTFD is the open standard for textiles and fashion data. The project to create the standard started ### and contained project partners:
- Open Data Manchester
- QSA
v0.1-alpha was created and set under pre-release on the 2024-08-15.
Work is currently in development to incorporate other geographies with aims to becoming the global standard for textiles and fashion data.
We are always interested in practical suggestions for improvements to OSTFD.
OSTFD is designed to be a practical and user-friendly solution. We acknowledge that it's impossible to capture every nuance of textiles and fashion specifications. Our goal is to provide a simplified yet effective framework.
We recognise that textiles and fashion details can be intricate. In the spirit of simplicity and user-friendliness, OSTFD intentionally focuses on key elements for exchanging data through the supply chain. While it might seem feasible to include more granular details, we believe in keeping the standard straightforward for the benefit of data capture, exchange and analysis.
Our commitment is to create a standard that is easy to understand and use. This means making choices that prioritise simplicity over exhaustive complexity. We aim to strike a balance that serves the needs of manufacturers, retailers, compliance schemes and all stakeholders involved.
In essence, OSTFD is a practical solution that acknowledges the complexity of textiles and fashion specifications while ensuring a straightforward and usable exchange standard for the community.