Ethical clothing stores rating, from the best to the worst. As the number of problems plaguing the fashion industry surface, the number of buyers seeking to make a change is on the rise. Reckless pollution, unethical labour, and animal cruelty have led to
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The EU is cracking down on textiles for the better. The textile industry has come a long way in terms of sustainability. Mills are realising the true benefits of adopting environmentally friendly practices, and organisations are starting to hold the mills
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There is a rising concern over environmental issues in the textile industry and many companies have started taking step towards sustainability, which is considered the added value of the 21st century. Some have started to create a more sustainable product
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Fashionforward brands and suppliers are always looking for ways to create fabrics that will last longer and protect people better. Ecofriendly designers would also like to add recycled and sustainable to that list. Though some of the latest developments a
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One of the most beautiful garments in the world is the sari. This amazing feminine drape can be styled in nearly 100 ways and remains a prized possession of every Indian woman, both young and old. The saris heritage is as varied as its stunning beauty whe
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The European Commission launched its Circular Economy Action Plan in March. It will be the new growth strategy and sooner than later it could be the global model to emulate. Watch the daily world news and youll see that Europe has evolved into a soft powe
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The novel coronavirus or COVID19 pandemic has seen a lot of changes in the ways several industries function. It has either brought new changes, or accelerated processes that were in the works already. The fashion industry has been criticised time and agai
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Textiles is the second biggest polluting industry. Fibre2Fashion discusses the variety of textiles wastes, why these are generated and their effect on humans and the ecosystem. Global production of clothing and its consumption has increased in the last fi
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In recent years, consumers need for fastfashion has started decreasing, as people become more conscious of the impact these brands are having on the wellbeing of the planet. Moguls of the fastfashion industry, such as Zara, HM and Forever 21, have all mad
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This study is an attempt to understand the awareness of various aspects of ecofashion among students of textiles and fashion design and their acceptance towards such a concept. The study could establish a significant relationship between shopping orientat
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In light of the coronavirus pandemic, face masks are in huge demand right now. With disposable masks in shortage all over the planet, seamstresses, tailors, and anyone who can sew are taking to their machines to make reusable cloth masks. Since midMarch,
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Fashion waste is costing the global economy more than 400 billion every year, according to a recent World Economic Forum report. And this is just the economic impact of fashion waste. Beyond economic loss, fashion waste leads to environmental disasters. H
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Awarded one of the FabricLink Networks Top 10 Textile Innovation Awards for 2019, apromising innovation by Bolt Threads is a new sustainable leather solution. The neworganic fabric is grown from the filamentbased root structure of mushrooms, mycelium. Bol
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Even if its a promising and sustainable alternative to its resourcedemanding competitor, hemp is still less popular than cotton. However, this less expensive and highperforming fabric could help revolutionize the apparel industry. The industry should embr
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So youve decided to live more sustainably, to dress more sustainably but struggling to really connect with brands and their stories It can be a minefield navigating through all of the noise. Customers are more conscious of their impact now and companies k
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When Kanye West and Adidas dropped their very first collaborative shoe in February of 2015, the partnership seethed with exclusivity. The highly anticipated Yeezy Boost 750, to be released in a single shade of Light Brown, was to be limited to 9,000 pairs
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We already feel guilty for the amount of plastic surrounding us each and every day. Im sure the title of this article didnt help with that anxiety. Unfortunately, its true, and feeling guilty is the first step in looking for change. So much focus has been
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Companies have their roles cut out at the organisational level itself to be able to push for a transformational change towards circularity. From designing products with sustainability as a top priority to reducing water use in manufacturing stage and cutt
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Can mushroom leather change the way we perceive, wear and consume fashion As one of the worlds most purchased products, animal leather is the key to an 80 billionindustry. However, the creation of animal leather requires the raising of animals, associated
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Guess what these three fashion designers have to say about vegan leather Is it better or worse In every corner of our lives, from fashion to politics, living in ignorant bliss is a capital mistake. Those of us that work in media being awaken is paramount.
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Putting suppliers at the centre of policies is how brands get to improve sustainability before its too late. Some producers and suppliers are already driving change in making textiles and cotton more sustainable. More pressing though is the need for longt
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The nature of a circular economy makes trust and collaboration crucial, because each part of the value chain is connected. We can only solve the overall problem if we understand the individual challenges. The idea is to retain as much of their value as po
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In a world where sustainability is climbing up social and political agendas, fashions huge environmental footprint is very offtrend. If we fail to address environmental damage at a systemic levelstarting with fibreour industry risks going out of fashion.
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Luxury brands need to redefine themselves to make sustainability a competitive advantage. Why is sustainable luxury such a difficult topic to implement First, luxury has to offer a unique experience, which in most cases, is done by outperforming other bra
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From Kimironko market in Kigali to Gikomba market in Nairobi, Aswani market in Lagos, and Kariakoo market in Dar es Salaam, tonnes of secondhand clothing from North America and Europe are displayed in small stalls and sidewalks, with thousands of patrons
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