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Initiatives for Circular Denim Production

One of the main sponsors of the Denim Deal's transition into its new era, Denim Deal 2.0, is Soorty, a prominent denim manufacturer. This initiative is a step toward mo

Vestiaire introduces Mara Hoffman's archive sale

Hoffman, the recipient of the 2023 CFDA Environmental Sustainability Award, closed her New York store and put her namesake business on hold in May, 24 years after it was first launched. The designe

Circular fashion is the best course of action

In Hong Kong, September is regarded as fashion month. Since sustainable apparel was a key feature of both of the city's major annual fashion shows, which took place in the first week of September,

Vegan Fashion: Moving Beyond Leather and Wool

Vegan fashion has become a major aspect of sustainable fashion, offering alternatives to animal-derived materials like leather, wool, and silk. Innovations in plant-bas

How Fashion Rental Services Are Reducing Waste

Fashion rental services are gaining popularity as a sustainable alternative to buying new clothes. Platforms like Rent the Runway and HURR allow consumers to borrow des

Sustainable Threads: From Farm to Fashion

The LYCRA Company is partnering with Qore®, a joint venture between Cargill and HELM, to produce bio-derived LYCRA® fiber using QIRA®, a renewable resource made from d

The waste problem of fashion

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 and more greenhouse gas emissio

Fashion industry and carbon emissions

The fashion industry is responsible for 10% of humanity’s carbon emissions. That’s more emissions than all international flights and maritime shipping combined.  </

Pepco is glad to be a part of Better Cotton

Making thoughtful decisions is more crucial than ever in the hectic world of fashion today. Though trends change, sustainable fashion is becoming more and more importan

Eco-Friendly Living: The Art of Slow Fashion

Much of the apparel that is currently sold in stores is inexpensively made, as our previous column explained, and we buy it regularly in order to stay up to date with the rapidly changing fashions.

The fuel of Fashion

Big fashion brands must urgently invest at least 2% of their annual revenue into a Just Transition away from fossil fuels – like coal – to renewable energy

Fashion for the Earth

Fast fashion has completely revolutionized the apparel industry, but not for the better. Behind every piece of clothing in a store, there is an industry stripping the E

Sustainable Style Show Belfast

A fashion show with a difference. Belfast is hosting an event with Tools for Solidarity to mark Sustainable Fashion We

The Market for Sustainable Fashion

The size of the sustainable fashion market was estimated at USD 7.45 billion in 2023, and it is anticipated that total revenue from sustainable fashion will increase by

The Influence of Slow Fashion on Redefining Luxury

Slow fashion is transforming the definition of luxury by emphasizing craftsmanship, ethical production, and quality over quantity. In contrast to fast fashion’s quick turnover, slow fashion f

How Circular Fashion is Closing the Loop on Waste

Circular fashion is gaining traction as a crucial element in the push toward sustainability. The concept focuses on designing garments with their end-of-life in mind, ensuring that clothes can be e

The Rise of Upcycling in Sustainable Fashion

Upcycling has become a key component in the sustainable fashion movement, transforming discarded or unwanted garments into new, high-value pieces. Designers and brands are using creativity to rewor

What Does the Future of Fashion Look Like?

The fashion industry’s carbon emissions alone are expected to reach 2.8 billion tons by 2030, the equivalent of the carbon emissions of 550 million cars. These fi

How Fast Fashion Is Damaging the Environment

In 2023, the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) stated that the fashion industry is contributing to 10% of global carbon emissions annually — more than int

A Guide to Sustainable Fashion

Although our actions are minuscule compared to those of brands and companies, there are ways to engage with fashion that minimizes its impact on people or the planet. H

Sustainable fashion worldwide

Sustainable fashion is a difficult concept to define, as there are many different criteria and phrases us

Evolution of Sustainable Fashion Trends

In a world increasingly aware of environmental challenges, the fashion industry is witnessing a profound transformation towards sustainable practices. Brands are now pr

e-Bay launches Pre-Loved Fashion Week in New York

e-Bay is set to host its first-ever “Pre-Loved Fashion Week” with live resale events in New York and London. These events, part of e-Bay’s growing focus on apparel resale, are Org

Sustainable Fashion Week to return to Brighton

Brighton is set to celebrate fairer and greener fashion from September 23 to 29 with panel discussions, workshops and other activities, Argus reported. With the theme of "the power of repai

Eco-friendly fashion: sustainability and style

"Discovering China" Season 2 officially premiered on August 12, CTGN reported. This episode delves into eco-friendly fashion. Sustainable fashion is gaining traction as the fashion industry

Balenciaga: fashion meets fermentation

Following the success of its music-playing hoodie, bags shaped like chip bags, and hybrid pants that combined jeans and cargo shorts, Balenciaga has returned with a new

Eco-Friendly Fashion Trends' Ascent

Sustainable fashion trends are becoming more and more popular as the global fashion industry struggles with environmental issues. To lessen their impact on the environm

Sustainable Fashion in practice

For millennia, people have sustainably sourced from their environment to make clothes that not only serve a functional purpose, but also serve as beautiful representations of identity, culture and

Shein discloses instances of child labor at suppliers

As it increases its monitoring of the businesses that produce the clothing it sells, Chinese fast fashion giant Shein reports that it discovered two instances of child labor in its supply chain las

Fast Fashion and Emissions

Fast fashion refers to a business model that emphasizes the rapid and large-scale production of clothing to keep pace with constantly evolving trends driven by luxurious looks, designer runways, an

Time to Start Buying Preloved Clothes

In an era dominated by fast fashion and TikTok hauls, our shopping habits have devastating environmental consequences. Australians, now the world's biggest fashion consumers per capita, dispose of

A Useful Guide to Eco-Friendly Clothing

For thousands of years, people have used environmentally friendly materials to create clothing that is not only functional but also exquisite symbols of culture, identi

Cost of Fast Fashion to the environment

The clothing industry represents an important part of our economies, with a value of  USD 1.3 trillion and employing over 300 million people along the value chain.

Fast fashion is harming the planet Earth

As sunny summer days return in the northern hemisphere, you may be looking to refresh your wardrobe. The allure of a whole “new you” is pervasive, and the f

Sustainable fashion - never out of style

There are few topics in life where we see a consensus across society, but wearing clothes is one of them. Whether it’s haute couture or a charity shop gem, clothi

Rise Of Quiet Sustainability

Fashion brands on the long trek to increased sustainability are on a complicated journey. <p style="text-align: justif

Fashion Production Trends for 2024

Looking back on 2023, we saw the fashion industry face challenges due to natural disasters, high inflation, worker protests and increased sourcing diversification, with

Sustainable Fashion growing voices

Fast fashion giants continue to grow and produce more and more each year. Our culture of overconsumption fuels the industry to overproduce cheap textiles, resulting i

Is Fashion Ready for ESG Rules?

The "Realistic Road Ahead for the Greening of the Apparel Industry" conference underscored the sweeping Environmental and Social Govern

Fashion Legislation: A Global Shift

The fashion industry is bracing for significant legislative shifts aimed at boosting sustainability and ethical practices. In the Ameri

Top Fast Fashion Brands to Avoid

Fast fashion brands are not only damaging the clothing industry but also harming the planet. To avoid supporting companies involved in child labor and severe environmental degradation, it's essenti

Transparency in Fashion: 2024 Trends

Reflecting on 2023, the fashion industry faced disruptions from natural disasters, high inflation, worker protests, and a shift away from China, pushing brands to seek greater transparency in their

The meaning of transparent and sustainable

Today’s shopper is eminently conscious and willing to pay a premium for sustainable, conscious fashion that helps make a positive contribution to the environment and promotes fair labor pract

Slow fashion is the way forward

People in Kenya and other countries of the Global South are being overwhelmed by the growing flood of used and rejected clothes from wealthier countries, at volumes well beyond the needs and demand

Can the EU End the Era of Fast Fashion?

The European Union is taking bold steps to combat the fashion industry’s substantial environmental footprint, which accounts for about 20% of wastewater and 10% of greenhous

France Proposes EU Ban on Used Clothes Exports

France is pushing for an EU-wide ban on exporting used clothes to tackle textile waste. The EU exported 1.4 million metric tons of used textiles in 2022, often ending up in landfi

Fast Fashion Faces 'Sin Tax' in France

France is considering a groundbreaking bill that would impose a "sin tax" on fast-fashion items, potentially up to €10 per item, based on their environmental impact. The Nati

Deconstructing Fast Fashion’s Future

In 2023, fast fashion accelerated. Following in the footsteps of e-commerce giant and market leader Shein, a cohort of challengers has upended the competitive landscape

Toxic Chemicals in Shein Products

Fast fashion, like many industries, comes with a trade-off. But the allure of trendy clothing at rock-bottom prices is hard to resist for

Fast fashion is becoming a drug

We are all aware of the global issues that are having such a large impact on the textile industry over recent months with international economic and social affairs caus

Global impact of fast fashion

Fast fashion, inexpensive and widely available of-the-moment garments, has changed the way people buy and dispose of clothing. By selling large quantities of clothing a

Zero Waste Vision for Fashion

Without a shift to sufficiency in the fashion sector, the industry is on track to exceed planetary boundaries. In this paper, ZWE o

Retail Giants linked to dirty Brazil cotton

For many years, the world’s attention has been fixed on the terrible crimes against people and planet being ravaged in the forests of the Brazilian Amazon, to sup

New method recycles mixed fiber textiles

In an ambition to address the existing recycling challenges of mixed fiber textiles, scientists are addressing the fast fashion industry’s waste via a new chemica

France’s anti-fast fashion bill

France’s lower house of parliament advanced a new bill last week aimed at curbing fast fashion’s runaway growth and ruinous climate impact. It’s the l

Fast fashion is harming our planet

As sunny summer days return in the northern hemisphere, you may be looking to refresh your wardrobe. The allure of a whole “new you

Sustainability Handbook for Red Carpets

Livia Firth’s Green Carpet Challenge is an ongoing commitment to championing the beauty of wearing sustainable brands on red carpets. Now, the initiative &md

AFRICA PIVOTS TO SUSTAINABLE FASHION

Picture this: 7,500 litres of water used to make a pair of jeans is the equivalent of one person's drinking water for approximately seven years.  <p

What are the effects of the Circular Economy

The Scottish Parliament approved the Circular Economy (Scotland) Bill (the Bill) on June 26. In order to achieve net zero, sustainable production and consumption are necessary. The Bill promotes re

Burberry replaces CEO after 'disappointing' results

British fashion brand Burberry has announced the immediate departure of chief executive Jonathan Ackerroyd as it reported results it described as "disappointing", AFP reports. In his place

France Eradicates Counterfeit Goods Market

The French government has launched an operation against counterfeit goods by conducting raids on various locations selling such items. The country is known for having s

Is Fast Fashion Ethical Less Than Luxury Fashion?

The Rana Plaza manufacturing accident happened more than ten years ago. In 2013, the eight-story building collapsed, leaving over 2000 people injured and over 1000 dead, the most of them were femal

Nativa launches sustainable cashmere programme

Nativa, part of the Chargeurs Group and a developer of fully traceable, sustainable merino wool, has announced the launch of blockchain-driven, sustainable cashmere fib

US officials crackdown on import loophole

US officials are cracking down on a loophole which allows overseas online retailers, such as Chinese-owned Shein and Temu, to send their packages direct to US consumers without them being checked b

Sustainable fashion materials in 2050

Fashion for Good opened its doors last week to a selection of innovators to present their materials to over 150 visitors. Collectively, they are set to drastically make

Why should we choose the slow fashion?

Slow fashion is an aspect of sustainable fashion that is a counterpoint to the so-called "fast fashion". Proponents of slow fashion choose clothing in accordance with n

How hip is sustainability, and how accessible?

Those advocating for reform in the business contend that sustainable fashion is still hip and available. A charity called Pembrokeshire Frame, which works to lessen waste and support those

Designers Use Gelatin to Make Dissolvable Textiles

An inventive do-it-yourself device has been created by researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder's ATLAS Institute to create textile fibers from sustainable resources like gelatin. By provi

Seven forms of sustainable fashion

Sustainable fashion is today a highly debated and increasingly covered topic in media and at seminars worldwide. More and more clothing companies are transforming their

India pilot for regenerative cotton standard

The Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) – which manages the Cotton Made in Africa (CMiA) initiative – is rolling out its new standard for regenerative cotton to India. Expanding its

New York Fashion Act backers to fight on

Supporters of the New York Fashion Act have vowed to continue their fight to introduce new legislation to hold the industry accountable for its environmental and human rights impacts. The F

Sustainable fashion is becoming the norm

With the faithful idea that each garment could be a statement of sustainability and love for our planet, Erica Vega founded IMIX in 2019, a social enterprise focused on

Where Is the Hope For Sustainable Fashion?

When Covid-19 struck, and the world came to a standstill, the fashion business underwent a very public environmental and social re-evaluation - one that was, and still

10 simple steps to being more sustainable

Earth Day is here, and is a always a great reminder of how important it is for us to make efforts to become greener shoppers. But despite having good intentions, the id

Why Is Sustainable Fashion Important?

The fashion industry is one of the world’s largest polluters—as part of our long-read Insights, we spoke to an expert in sustainable fashion to find out mor

Nilit updates on sustainability progress

Nylon manufacturer Nilit has published its latest sustainability report, summarising its actions and progress towards reducing its environmental impact. The report, ‘Nilit 50 Impact R

ETHICAL FASHION INSPIRED BY ARCHITECTURE

Architecture has the power to inspire. The way it plays with light can shift moods; the way it uses space can direct movement. And sometimes, its aesthetic can provoke

LVMH subsidiary linked to worker abuse

An Italian subsidiary of French luxury giant LVMH has been put under court administration over allegations it sub-contracted work to Chinese-owned firms which mistreated workers. The Milan

Coachtopia Debuts Upcycled Designer Collection

Coachtopia has launched an innovative upcycling campaign featuring the creative work of four designers: Anna Molinari, Tade Leye, Zizi Zeng, and Sabrina Lau. Each designer has added their unique to

GRI consults on updated labour standards

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has announced a public consultation to update its labour-related standards, EcoTextile reported. <p style="text-align: justif

A diplomatic fashion show

There are some events held behind the walls of the Vatican that are a little hard to believe. On June 5, at the Belgian Embassy to the Holy See, an amazing fashion disp

The meteoric rise of Shein, the fashion mogul

Michaela, 17, claims that she has placed the largest order on Shein, totaling £150, when she purchased "16 plus items". She loves the ultra-fast fashion giant like millions of others,

What is the price of fashion?

Elizabeth Cline has been a leading voice in the ethical fashion community for two decades. An expert on sustainability, consumer culture and labor rights, she has written two bestselling books abou

Is sustainable fashion a luxury for the rich?

Sustainability has become a buzzword in the fashion industry. It's in TikTok hashtags, your favorite influencers are using it, and most of us are trying to make sustainable choices, Her.ie

Copenhagen Fashion Week bans natural leathers

From next year, Copenhagen Fashion Week will ban the presentation of collections containing exotic furs or feathers. In doing so, the event becomes the most high-profil

Can knitting slow global warming and fast fashion?

As the climate crisis grows and fast fashion brands are increasingly under attack for their role in harming the planet, knitting is becoming increasingly popular and, according to some, could help

EU clamps down on "fast fashion"

MEPs have voted to cut 40% of food waste generated by households, retailers and restaurants by 2030, while tightening rules on textile waste linked to the so-called "fa

Fashion stylists: buy less but higher quality

Quality, not quantity, matters when it comes to fashion. This statement unites fashion stylists from Europe and the world, whom the BGNES team met at this year's edition of "Pitti Uomo" in Florence

Benefits of Ethical Fashion

Ethical fashion offers numerous benefits that extend beyond individual consumers to broader societal and environmental impacts.Here are some of the main benefits:<b

Traceability in fashion

Traceability in the fashion industry refers to the ability to track and document the journey of clothing from raw material sourcing through manufacturing, distribution

What makes an item ethical?

An item can be considered ethical based on a variety of factors related to its production, materials, labor practices, environmental impact and overall sustainability.

Germany launches textile returns pilot

A cross-industry consortium of trade associations has come together in German to launch a pilot project for a new smart textile returns system, EcoTextile reported.

10 Concerning Fast Fashion Waste Statistics

1. 92 million tonnes of textiles waste is produced every year    Of the 100 billion garments produced each year, 92 million tonnes end up in landfills. To put things in pe

Sustainable Alternatives to Fast Fashion

The amount of resources required and waste produced by the fashion industry is inarguably massive. According to the UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion, the fashion industry is the second-biggest c

How to stop buying fast fashion?

The shift from buying fast fashion to more sustainable and ethical consumption is rewarding on many levels. Here are some practical steps to help you stop buying fast fashion.

How does fast fashion affect the health of our body?

The impact of fast fashion on the body can be indirect, but it stems from several factors related to the production, materials and chemicals used in the production. Here are some of the ways fast f

How can you help support ethical fashion?

While the primary responsibility for ethical production rests with companies, citizens can play a role in helping change industrial practices – and the wider syst

Why is ethical fashion more expensive?

Ethical fashion is more expensive due to the process it has gone through to reach our closets, and we believe that any ethically made garment should be seen as an inves

Ethical fashion versus fast fashion

Ethical fashion and fast fashion represent two opposing approaches to the production and consumption of clothing.Understanding the differences between them highlights why many consumers and bra

Ethical fashion as a growing trend

Ethical fashion has indeed become a rising trend in recent years, driven by growing awareness and concern for the environmental and social impacts of the fashion indust

Destruction of Unsold Textiles To Be Banned in Europe

In the past, unsold clothes were often put into landfill or incinerated. However, there have been recent efforts to reduce waste through greater reuse and recycling. Now, in a landmark decision, Eu

Ethical fashion is on the rise

The fashion industry has historically relied on exploitative, unsustainable and unethical labor practices in order to sell clothes — but if recent trends are any

The Future of Ethical Fashion

The future of ethical fashion looks promising as it continues to develop and gain momentum.Various trends and innovations are shaping the future of the industry, mo

The Importance of Ethical Fashion

The general definition of ethical fashion is fashion that aims to reduce the negative impact on people, animals and the planet.Manufacturing clothing involves desig

How to recognize an ethical fashion brand?

Identifying an ethical fashion brand involves looking for specific attributes and practices that demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, fair labor and transparency

Ethical fashion and Greenwashing

Ethical fashion aims to promote sustainability and social responsibility in the fashion industry.However, as consumer demand for sustainable products grows, so does the risk of 'greenwashing'.<

Renewcell guarantees its future

Renewcell, a Swedish textile recycling company, shocked the sustainable fashion industry in February when it filed for bankruptcy. The remaining assets of Renewcell have now been purchased by Stock

How Shein defied the eco-friendly design trend

Shein is expected to become one of the largest stock market floats in London Stock Exchange history, valued at £50 billion. Amid strong interest from New York and Paris, the online fa

Shein 'preparing for London listing'

Chinese-owned ultra fast fashion giant Shein is reportedly moving closer to a public flotation on the London Stock Exchange, EcoTextile reported. The company is set to file a confidential p

Rediscovering Slow Fashion

At the serene Holy Carabao Farm in Laguna, designers Hindy Weber, Dona Lim, Ana la O’, and the co-owners of Apara, Jessica Choy Daez, Ariana Cor

Final approval for European ecodesign law

The destruction of unsold textile products will be banned throughout the European Union (EU) following final approval of the EU's new 'ecodesign' regulation which sets

Bid to drive sustainability in Indian fashion

The Sustainable Resolution (SU.RE) initiative and the British Council have partnered to launch a project that aims to promote sustainable practices and innovations in I

Strive for sustainable Indian fashion

A project to encourage sustainable practices and innovations in India's garment industry has been launched in collaboration with the British Council and the Sustainable Resolution (SU.RE) initiativ

Will fast fashion be outlawed in France?

A law that would criminalize ultra-fast fashion products was approved by the lower chamber of the French parliament in March, reported Pink News.  The measure intends to reduce the env

AFRICA’S SUSTAINABLE FASHION

Every few weeks, global fast fashion brands mass produce their latest clothing, pumping out garments to be sold around the world. T

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

The Best Methods for Selling Used Clothing

I'm taking clothing out of my bag and hanging them on a rack on a Saturday morning. Three other people are watching their own displays around me. Our shared goal is

Sustainable fashion in the heart of the EU

Fishnet hats, fancy coats, asymmetrical patterns and fluorescent glasses closed the New European Bauhaus Festival session on Thursday 11 April, where 16 international d

Eco-friendly clothing and shopping options

Apps for reselling used clothing, including Depop and Poshmark, have witnessed a rise in user activity since COVID-19 sparked a spike in online buying. These platforms promote sustainability, which

AI can support sustainable fashion

According to a recent study, artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to lower the carbon footprint of fast fashion by increasing supply chain efficiency, RagTrader reported. The stud

Reimagining fashion

The United Nations Environment Programme stated in 2023 at the introduction of its Sustainable Fashion Communication Playbook that COMMUNICATING sustainable fashion is

AI 'can reduce fashion's carbon footprint'

A recent Australian study of Bangladeshi garment makers suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) could lessen the carbon footprint of fashion by increasing supply cha

Decathlon collaborates on swimwear without elastane

Together with Belgian material pioneer Resortecs, sportswear company Decathlon has created swimwear that is entirely recyclable without the need of elastane fiber in the fabric. Rather, the

Industry experts invited to share insights

Stakeholders in the fashion industry are invited by the Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to assist in determining the most effective ways for the indu

Vintage garments 'outperform fast fashion'

Secondhand luxury fashion is better value, as well as less environmentally damaging, than fast fashion, according to a new report by French resale specialist Vestiaire

Fashion Week gap chance for quality control

The co-founder of Māori fashion promoter Miromoda says the cancellation of this year’s New Zealand Fashion Week is an opportunity for designers to step back and l

Daadi Clothes Swap brings clothes back to life

Daadi Clothes Swap held its very first fashion show at Havana´s Beach Club, bringing together fashion fans to explore the visionary culture of swapping instead of shopping.  &nbs

AWEX vs Four Paws on new wool standard

The Australian Wool Exchange (AWEX) insists that its new Australian Wool Sustainability Scheme (AWSS) standard will raise the bar on animal welfare despite the concerns

Loop partners with Ester on recycled polyester plant

A joint venture agreement has been reached by Loop Industries and Ester Industries, makers of polymers, to establish a new unlimited Loop production facility in India. Loop Industries' technology a

Spain's fashion and beauty group Puig poised for IPO

The iconic Nina Ricci, Paco Rabanne and Jean-Paul Gaultier labels make their market debut Friday as Spanish fashion and beauty group Puig begins trading on the Madrid stock exchange, AFP reported.<

Fashion Pact members claim progress on goals

According to a new assessment, signatories to the Fashion Pact have achieved great progress toward the organization's goals of reducing climate change, restoring biodiv

Varner report claims sustainability progress

Varner, a Scandinavian fashion store with over 1,100 locations in Germany, Poland, the Baltic States, and Scandinavia, claims to have made progress in reducing its carb

Skincare tips for summer

Many of us look forward to the warmth of summer as the days get longer and the sun shines brighter. Nonetheless, the pleasures

AFRICA’S SUSTAINABLE FASHION

Every few weeks, global fast fashion brands mass produce their latest clothing, pumping out garments to be sold around the world. T

Keeping clothing out of the trash

By giving local women the opportunity to purchase and sell high-end designer apparel while preventing it from ending up in a landfill, a group of Southland women are doing their part to protect the

Advocating sustainable fashion

HAVE you ever browsed around a shopping center or downloaded a shopping app, fallen in love with a frock, and bought it on the spur of the moment? Have you given it any
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