The fashion industry is plagued by ethical issues, including child labor and poor working conditions. Elizabeth Cline, a noted advocate for ethical fashion, has explored these topics in her books Overdressed and The Conscious Closet. While Cline once emphasized individual consumer responsibility, the COVID-19 pandemic shifted her perspective, highlighting the limited impact of ethical consumerism. During the pandemic, many garment workers faced job loss and wage theft, underscoring the industry's deep-seated problems. Cline calls for systemic changes to address these issues meaningfully.
