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TESTEX CIRCULARITY for Sustainable Textiles

The new TESTEX CIRCULARITY Label is an initiative aimed at shaping the textile industry by promoting durability, repairability, and recyclability. Designed to extend th

EPR potential considered in five key countries

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF) has published insights on extended producer responsibility (EPR) schemes for textiles in five key countries - Chile, Ghana, the Net

Circular Economy is the way to go

September is considered fashion month in Hong Kong. One might as well call it Hong Kong's sustainability month, as sustainable clothing was front and center at both of

The Importance of Transparency in Sustainable Fashion

For consumers committed to sustainability, transparency is key. More and more, shoppers are demanding to know where and how their clothes are made. Brands are responding by offering detailed inform

Targeting polyester with "plastic-eating" enzymes

Polyester is the most widely-used clothing fibre in the world but is currently not a sustainable textile option and will likely end up discarded in landfill or polluting the environment. It is made

Lycra updates on improvements in sustainability

The Lycra Company has announced the publication of its third annual Planet Agenda update and its abridged Global Sustainability Scorecard for fiscal year 2023, EcoTextile reported. The sust

MII closes doors

The Material Innovation Initiative (MII), which has campaigned for greater investments in next generation materials to replace animal-based products in fashion and other industries, is to close its

TrusTrace to lead product claims pilot scheme

Traceability platform TrusTrace is to lead a pilot programme to help support international fashion brands that want to implement greater levels of product marketing accountability, EcoTextile repor

Formal fashion hangs by a thread

Italian luxury designer Brunello Cucinelli makes men’s suits that sell for up to 7,000 euros ($8,200). But even he - like most people across the globe - hasn’t worn a suit for months, l

Secondhand clothing is helping the environment

A massive force is reshaping the fashion industry: secondhand clothing. According to a new report, the U.S. secondhand clothing market is projected to more than triple in value in the next 10

Inovations towards sustainable abundance

Throughout history, each generation faces unique challenges and opportunities, perceiving their times as unprecedented. This trend continues as today's technological ad

5 ways to make your business sustainable

In 2024, the “green” industry — which prioritizes long-term sustainability to combat climate change — goes just beyond renewables, recycling and

Telecel Ghana' sustainability workshop

In a stride to help Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) to integrate sustainable business practices in their daily operations, Telecel Ghana has organised an imme

Circular Built Environment

To turn the circular built environment into reality, it is necessary to incorporate elements such as standardization, new forms of collaboration, co-creation processes,

Between sustainability and business benefits

Around 11% of global greenhouse gas emissions come from freight transportation and warehousing. Reducing those emissions is a priority as companies work to meet their s

Fashion has a huge waste problem

The biggest trends in fashion today are ones no one wants to be seen in. They include vastly increased clothing production and declining use, massive levels of waste an

Swedish princess rewears sustainable brands

Princess Sofia of Sweden, who is spending two days visiting the county of Värmland in west central Sweden, wore a sophisticated yet simple outfit to supper with he

The Path to Sustainable Fashion

Fashion brands stand at the threshold of a significant opportunity but grapple with complexity, particularly across extensive supply chains. <p style="text-align:

Up-cycling old fashion

It's now possible to break down polycotton into its requisite parts in just 15 minutes, ready to turn the materials into new garments. <p style="text-align: justif

Reducing excess inventory in the fashion industry

Waging a war on garment waste, Queen of Raw provides an e-commerce software solution that enables enterprises in the fashion industry to quickly set up and manage their excess inventory. Th

Identifying clothing’s circular economy

Eon Group has developed a way to give items of clothing a digital ID known as CircularID, which promotes the circular economy to help make fashion more sustainable.

Planting leather and textiles

A US-based start-up called Natural Fiber Welding turns plant-based materials into sustainable 'leather' and textiles. The firm&rsqu

What eco-friendly style means?

You don't have a thing to wear. Although, Fact One: your closet is bulging. Fact Two: your dresser drawers are so full, you can barely shut them. Fact Three: you o

ACT calls for action on taxes on used clothing

According to Eco Textile, the American Circular Textiles (ACT) group has started a petition to end double taxation on used items, repairs, and adjustments in the appare

Agri-influencers want to shake up key sector

Crouched next to a pile of fresh mangoes, Senegalese farmer Mame Abdou Diop shoots a TikTok clip hoping it will be a hit with his burgeoning social media following.

Rising Eco-Friendly Fashion

As the global fashion industry grapples with sustainability concerns, eco-friendly fashion trends are gaining momentum. Fashion brands are increasingly adopting sustainable practices to reduce envi

The Myth of Ethical Luxury

According to LVMH's head of image and sustainability Antoine Arnault, luxury is "sustainable by nature." It's a common message within the industry, where high prices and claims of artisanal

Spinnova revenue down by 96%, results reveal

Scandinavian textile fibre innovator Spinnova's revenue has fallen by 95.9% over the first six months of this year, new figures reveal. Spinnova's half year report reveals that revenue was

Shein's CO2 emissions rose by 45% in 2023

Chinese-owned ultra fast fashion giant Shein's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions rose by 45% last year, according to its new sustainability and social impact report. It also reveals that the c

Burberry is set to drop out of the FTSE 100

Fashion house Burberry Group is set to drop from Britain's FTSE 100 index, ending 15 years of membership in the blue-chip index, Bloomberg reports. Hit by slowing industry demand

Eco Business in cities 2024

Reducing carbon emissions from cities is key to addressing the climate crisis. Cities are now responsible for up to 75 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, desp

Sustainable Business Model For Your Property

Sustainability has become a top priority across industries, including the real estate sector. As environmental awareness grows and regulatory demands increase, property owners and managers are incr

Building Your Business Culture

In response to survey feedback from rental property management and strata management licensees, BCFSA has created service-specific versions of the Ethics – Building Your B

Child labor is used in the business of Shein

Chinese fast fashion giant Shein said it found two cases of child labor in its supply chain last year. The manufacturer is tightening controls on the companies that make the clothes it sells,

Global Anti-Sweatshop Movement Empowers Trade Unions

Amid the growth of the garment industry, which is expected to reach USD 1.79 trillion by 2024, workers continue to face harsh conditions, including gender discrimination, forced labor, and low wage

The Environmental Impact of Fast Fashion

Fast fashion, known for its affordable, trendy designs, carries significant environmental costs, particularly in terms of carbon emissions. The fashion industry accounts for 10% of global carbon em

The High Cost of Fast Fashion

Fast fashion, which refers to the rapid production of inexpensive clothing based on the latest trends, has transformed the global fashion industry. Brands like Zara, H&M, and Forever 21 have le

Glossier officially lands down under

Glossier officially is in stock at MECCA stores across Australia and New Zealand as of Tuesday – one of the retailer's biggest new brand launches of the year. Emily Weiss, the Glossie

The Geographical Divide in Circular Fashion

As the fashion industry adopts circular economy practices to reduce waste, a significant issue has emerged: the geographical limitations of "Waste Reduction Networks."

Beware Fashion’s Sustainability Retreat

Kenneth P. Pucker warns that financial and political instability are causing fashion brands to backtrack on sustainability initiatives. Despite the industry’s pri

A Practical Guide to Sustainable Fashion

Sustainable fashion is deeply rooted in mindfulness and accountability, extending far beyond its associations with 1960s counterculture. It involves understanding the s

Inmates in the fashion industry

Inmates work in the industrial pavilion of the Lurigancho prison in Lima, Peru. Clemente Espinosa was imprisoned three years ago in

Fashion Rentals Make Luxury Brands Accessible

In today's world, where the focus on sustainability is exceptionally high, fashion rental services have emerged as a smart solution. They bridge the gap between the eli

Capsule wardrobe and sustainable fashion

One of the most frequent complaints that you hear from people while going out is that they say don’t have anything “nice” to wear. The term nice entai

Ethical leadership at Audi

Business and ethics are not opposites, but go hand in hand. For companies, this is both an aspiration and a challenge. Audi recognizes its economic, ecological and soci

M&S launches Clothing Repair Service

Marks & Spencer is set to launch an innovative alteration and clothing repair service aimed at providing customers with a convenient and sustainable solution for ex

Luxury brands are heading for bankruptcy

Investors in large consumer goods companies should be more careful in their stock picks as post-pandemic spending sprees dry up and increasingly price-sensitive buyers begin to erode the corporatio

Kering profits slump

French luxury giant Kering on Thursday reported a drop in 2023 earnings but vowed to press on with its investment strategy to put flagship brand Gucci “back on tr

How Businesses Can Approach AI Ethics Globally

An organization's AI ethics policy is a highly consequential matter. Reports of gender bias in employment algorithms or job search results that are widely publicized ca

Seplat Energy Commits To Sustainable Business

Seplat Energy Plc, has reassured all stakeholders of its commitment to driving and ensuring a sustainable business and creating increased value for people and the envir

"303 TUSCANS" Rewarding Ethical Business - 152

Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

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Captured in May-June 2018   The "303 TUSCANS" certificate is awarded to communities following the principles of ETHICAL FASHION and supporting the Italian supply chain. The awa

EU Ends Antitrust Probe into Fashion Designers

The European Union has closed a two-year antitrust investigation into several fashion designers due to "priority reasons." Initiated in May 2022, the probe followed raids on fashi

Fast Fashion: An Unsustainable Legacy

The fast fashion industry is under scrutiny for its environmental and social impacts. It contributes to 10% of global greenhouse gases and often involves poor labor practices. The

The Fashion Industry's Impact on Water Resources

The fashion industry is a major consumer of water, responsible for up to 10% of global carbon emissions and significant water pollution. The rapid growth of fast fashion has led t

The apparel industry must refashion itself

A bit of retail therapy can feel like harmless fun. Yet getting a great deal on a new shirt or pair of shoes may come with a hidden price tag: greenhouse gas emissions,

Fashion and Sustainable Development

The fashion industry is responsible for producing twenty per cent of global wastewater and ten per cent of global carbon emissions – more than the emissions of al

Putting the brakes on fast fashion

Fashion revolves around the latest trends but is the industry behind the curve on the only trend that ultimately matters - the need to radically alter our patterns of c

Fashion’s tiny hidden secret

Fashion today is about obsession with outward image and appearance. Rarely do we as consumers consider what’s on the inside: the hundreds of thousands of fib

Could Shein lose its shine?

Fast-fashion brand Shein expressed interest last year in listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). But, having met some opposition from US politicians, i

Resource efficiency and circular economy

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Responsible Luxury On The Rise

At Paris Fashion Week 2024, sustainability took centre stage. Victoria Beckham copped flak from protesters for using leather in her collection and Stella McCartney sent

Inside Shein's £50bn fashion empire

It’s the £50bn fashion behemoth you’ve probably never heard of. Or almost definitely aren’t sure how to pronounce. Unless you’re an adoles

Dior’s Supply Chain Practices Under Scrutiny

An Italian court has placed Christian Dior under judicial administration for a year after finding two of its subcontractors guilty of worker exploitation, as reported by Forbes. W

Josh Amor redefines fashion sustainability globally

Josh Amor Limited, the fashion brand founded by Joshua Majekodunmi, is revolutionising the fashion market by redefining sustainability. With a strong commitment to ethical practices and environment

EU urged to target ultra fast fashion on EPR

Austria, Finland, France and the Netherlands are calling on the European Union (EU) to allow member states to penalise ultra fast fashion e-tailers, such as Shein and T

Policy Hub outlines textile labelling modifications

The Policy Hub industry initiative has published a series of recommendations that it would like to see included in the upcoming revision of the European Union’s (EU) Textile Labelling Regulat

Plan A plan progress is revealed by M&S

Marks and Spencer (M&S), a British retailer, has released a new ESG report that details the company's advancements towards its 'Plan A' sustainability plan, reported Ecotextile News. 

Gildan outlines sustainability achievements

Gildan Activewear, the major global apparel and sock manufacturer, has released its 20th ‘Environmental, Social, and Governance’ (ESG) report, in which it highlights its progress agains

Untapped potential in next-gen materials

The Material Innovation Initiative (MII) has published a new report that shines a light on what it calls the “significant untapped potential” within the next-generation materials indust

Business and sustainability go hand in hand

First, it’s about seeing the big picture. With some companies seeing pushback against terms like “ESG”, it’s critical to recognize that sustainability and business outcomes

GREENWASHING: HOW INDUSTRIES LIE TO YOU

If you regularly consume product advertisements or shopper news, you have most likely come across the word “sustainability.” Consequently, depending on your

Farmers raise fears PEF will favour synthetics

An international coalition of farmers has written an open letter to the European Union (EU) raising fears its proposed PEF (Product Environmental Footprint) tool will favour synthetic fibres at the

Textile recycling firm scoops Achema award

Achema, the trade show which describes itself as a ‘world forum for the process industries’, has selected textile recycling firm Re.solution as the winner of its ‘Start-up Award 2

EU takes aim at textile cleaning solvents

The European Commission has adopted an EU-wide restriction on a certain class of ‘greener’ solvents that are used for dry cleaning textiles. <p style="

Rubio warns UK over Shein London listing

US senator Mark Rubio, one of the fiercest critics of Chinese-owned ultra fast fashion giant Shein, has written to UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt warning against allowing th

New report shows workers’ rights declining

A new report has again identified major textile and garment-producing countries, including Bangladesh, Turkey, Myanmar and Guatemala, among the worst 10 in the world fo

The news no fashion brand wants to share

In what some fashion veterans are calling the worst trading conditions in 25 years, more brands are closing amid falling spending and rampant discounting, DailyGazette reported.

Decathlon launches ‘sustainable’ wetsuit

Sporting goods retailer Decathlon has partnered with US materials science firm Yulex on a neoprene alternative wetsuit based on 100% certified, natural rubber, EcoTexti

AI platform aims to boost fashion circularity

Australian fashion technology startup Azura has launched AI-powered technology to enable the resale of off-season, end-of-line, and pre-loved fashion items across multiple global marketplaces, EcoT

Fashion brands are returning to Ukraine

Inditex, the Spanish parent company of popular clothing brands including Zara, Bershka and Pull&Bear, will gradually resume operations in Ukraine. <p style="te

H&M takes down advert for sexualising children

Swedish fashion giant H&M has announced that it has pulled a school clothing advert that critics said sexualised young girls. The ad campaign launched in Australia and featured two youn

What makes a brand ethical?

An ethical brand prioritizes sustainability, social responsibility and transparency in its operations.Here are the main attributes that define an ethical brand:

Full steam ahead for denim manufacturing

Textile machinery specialist Karl Mayer has developed a new processing system for denim yarns which it says offers significant energy savings during the sizing and dyeing stages, EcoTextile reporte

Textile companies face lawsuit over PFAS

 A US city is suing more than 40 textile companies and chemical manufacturers which it claims have polluted the municipal water supply with PFAS (per- and polyfluo

How (not) sustainable is the fashion industry?

Fashion and 'sustainability' don't actually go together. A garment is usually made in such a way that it quickly goes out of fashion, FashionUnited reported. In the fashion industry there i

Fair Trade in Fashion

Fair trade in fashion is a movement that aims to ensure that the production of clothing and accessories adheres to ethical standards that prioritize fair wages, safe working conditions and sustaina

How can ethical fashion help end global poverty?

Ethical fashion can play an important role in addressing and potentially reducing global poverty by improving the lives and livelihoods of participants in the fashion supply chain. This can

How can a brand become ethical?

For a brand to become ethical, it must undergo significant transformations in its practices, policies and values. Here are detailed steps a brand can take to become ethical:  

How to shop ethically?

Stop buying Fast Fashion The first thing you can do to stop with fast fashion is to stop following their Instagram accounts. The popularization of cheap tailored clothing that fills

Is quick design the new quick fashion?

In recent years, fast fashion has gained attention as more people try to steer clear of purchasing inexpensive, mass-produced apparel, reported Euronews.  Another market that harms the

Ethical fashion is the new black

The expression "ethical fashion is the new black" means that ethical fashion has become a key trend and an important focus in the industry, much like the timeless and u

Ethical fashion and workers in the fashion industry

Ethical fashion aims to transform the fashion industry by prioritizing the welfare of workers in the garment world, ensuring they are paid fairly, work in safe conditions and their rights are respe

Bangladesh plan states advancements in effects

Enough water has reportedly been conserved by a program that was started ten years ago to lessen the environmental effects of Bangladeshi textile and garment manufactur

Report calls for Australian fast fashion tax

People in Australia buy more new clothes than those in any other country, according to a new report which proposes a France-style fast fashion tax to reduce consumption, EcoTextile reported. <

Active Apparel outlines decarbonisation programme

Performance apparel and swimwear manufacturer, Active Apparel Group (AAG) has outlined its new strategy aimed at reducing its environmental impact across its global operations, EcoTextile reported.

Used clothing exports 'create jobs in Africa'

 Exports of secondhand clothing from western countries to five impoverished African nations create badly needed jobs and provide vital revenue streams for governme

Hermés Opens Third Store in New Jersey

Hermés, a French fashion business, has launched a new boutique in New Jersey to celebrate Princeton University. This is the brand's 36th store in the United States, and the third in New Jers

Naples is the Italian capital of fake clothes

The bustling city in the south of Italy is the starting point of the Italian counterfeiting market, which is estimated at 6 to 7 billion euros. There, the sale of fake bags, sunglasses, clothes and

Final approval for EU due diligence law

Ministers of the 27 member states of the European Union (EU) have today given the final sign off to new legislation which will make larger companies liable for human ri

Dion Lee enters voluntary administration

In a severe setback to its eponymous brand, which has dressed celebrities including Troye Sivan, Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, and the Duchess of Sussex, Australian fashion label Dion L

The dark underbelly of quick fashion revealed

On April 26, Mount Baker students displayed their most creative and eye-catching attire at the Trash Fashion Show. At Key City Theatre, they will walk the catwalk in handcrafted attire whil

The carbon footprint of fashion decreases

According to the most recent data from the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) initiative, the fashion industry's carbon footprint decreased little in 2022, despite the long

Shein supply workers 'toil 75-hour weeks'

According to a recent investigation by the Swiss human rights NGO Public Eye, garment workers at factories that supply the Chinese-owned super fast fashion behemoth She

The textile sector needs to change right away

According to a recent analysis from the Zero Waste Europe (ZWE) network, the European textile sector needs to change right away to avoid devolving into even more damagi

Garment workers laid off due to UFLPA

 More than 5,000 garment workers have been laid off so far this year in the Philippines due in part to the impact of US legislation aimed at blocking imports from the Xinjiang region of China.

Mexican made fun of luxury brand Cartier

A Mexican bargain hunter celebrated a victory over luxury giant Cartier after buying a pair of earrings for just $28, AFP reported. <p style="text-align: justify;"

New UK polyester recycling plant opens

A commercial-scale, post-consumer polyester recycling plant, billed as the first of its kind, has begun operations in the UK in a joint venture between textile recycler

Redro: Defining the Future of Fashion with AI

A group of seasoned leaders in fashion, venture capital, technology, and marketing have presented their latest release, Redro, in a ground-breaking move that transforms the front-end of fashion ret

Hermés Opens Third Store in New Jersey

Hermés, a French fashion business, has launched a new boutique in New Jersey to celebrate Princeton University. This is the brand's 36th store in the United Stat

Rema and his fashion threats

Divine Ikubor, better known by his stage name Rema, is an Afrobeats sensation who has sent a strong warning to other celebrities who try to imitate his style. 

Business helps overseas mums in need

Andrea Sarmiento's business, which involves crafting purses and necklaces from recycled aluminum pull tabs, is doing exceptionally well. Andrea operates her DeLata

Sustainable fashion needs regenerative agriculture

The CEO of social enterprise CottonConnect urges fashion brands to focus on regenerative agriculture combined with traceability and accountability to secure a more sustainable future for the indust
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