Sustainability in the fashion industry faces an uphill climb
5 years, 2 months ago

Sustainability in the fashion industry faces an uphill climb

Associated Press  

LONDON — Sustainability in fashion is a hot button topic, with retailers large and small racing to prove their green credentials, but the desire for new attire churns and the industry remains one of the world’s largest polluters as climate activists and watchdogs sound alarms. In addition, the global fashion sector addressed climate change by launching the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action at the COP24 climate conference in Katowice in December 2018. Leading fashion brands, retailers, supplier organizations, a major shipping company and global NGO WWF International have agreed to collectively address the climate impact of the industry across sectors. The British government, then led by Prime Minister Theresa May, rejected all the committee’s proposals, much to the dismay of Fashion Revolution, a global movement calling for greater transparency, sustainability and ethics in the fashion industry.

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How sustainable will London Fashion Week designers actually be?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

How sustainable will London Fashion Week designers actually be?

The Independent  

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Vital role of sustainable fashion education in reshaping the industry landscape
1 year, 2 months ago

Vital role of sustainable fashion education in reshaping the industry landscape

India Today  

In the dynamic realm of fashion, sustainability takes centre stage, making Sustainable Fashion Education a cornerstone in reshaping the industry's ethos. From mitigating environmental impact to promoting ethical responsibility, sustainable fashion education equips designers with tools to navigate a conscientious path in an industry wielding significant influence. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REDUCTION Sustainable fashion education spotlights designers' pivotal role in curbing the …

Sustainable Fashion Week ‘a massive success’ with events across the country
1 year, 5 months ago

Sustainable Fashion Week ‘a massive success’ with events across the country

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sustainable Fashion Week is “riding the wave of public opinion” as hundreds of people attended …

Can fashion ever be sustainable? How to form a wardrobe that’s kinder to the planet
1 year, 8 months ago

Can fashion ever be sustainable? How to form a wardrobe that’s kinder to the planet

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Additionally, the Global Fashion Agenda’s Fashion on Climate report found that if the …

World Environment Day: 5 Affordable Sustainable Fashion Brands To Pick in 2023
1 year, 9 months ago

World Environment Day: 5 Affordable Sustainable Fashion Brands To Pick in 2023

News 18  

Sustainable clothing is boring, expensive and not stylish! On World Environment Day, which falls on June 5th, it’s time to give planet Earth a break and shop responsibly. Shop from homegrown sustainable and slow fashion brands who design, create and celebrate fashion keeping the environment in mind. Here’s a look at the affordable sustainable fashion brands that are making a …

The Sustainable Future of the Fashion Industry
2 years, 1 month ago

The Sustainable Future of the Fashion Industry

News 18  

Despite the corset’s renaissance, the fashion industry has gone a long way since royal courts and imperial tastemakers governed fashion style. And, as the demand for sustainable fashion grows, there are a growing number of ethical brands doing their part to make the world a better place,” says Sandesh Ambhore, CEO and Founding Director, Styleyn. And by making considerable changes …

Fashion industry, did you forget about sustainability again?
2 years, 6 months ago

Fashion industry, did you forget about sustainability again?

Live Mint  

Last week was Fashion Week in New York City, and on Monday Climate Week will come to the Big Apple. At the intersection of these annual showcases lies an uncomfortable truth: No one has figured out how to credibly align climate goals with fashion’s current business model. “Many, many companies are starting to realize they have a situation that appears …

Experts to discuss the future of fast fashion at climate crisis event
2 years, 9 months ago

Experts to discuss the future of fast fashion at climate crisis event

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The fashion industry creates around 10 per cent of humanity’s global greenhouse gas emissions, and …

World Environment Day 2022: Here's how sustainable fashion is revolutionising the way the style business operates
2 years, 9 months ago

World Environment Day 2022: Here's how sustainable fashion is revolutionising the way the style business operates

Hindustan Times  

Sustainable fashion is the accelerating trend in the world of pret and couture, as the young populace today realises that leading an ethical and environmentally lifestyle can help avert the climate crisis and on World Environment Day 2022 this Sunday, we couldn't help but cheer how sustainable fashion is revolutionising the way the business of fashion operates. World Environment Day …

How to be a sustainable fashion lover – and why it matters
2 years, 11 months ago

How to be a sustainable fashion lover – and why it matters

BBC  

How to be a sustainable fashion lover – and why it matters Katrina Hassan, Spark Joy London Upcycling, visible mending and organising are among the ways fashionistas are giving their wardrobes a longer life. Tessa the Dresser Visible mending, such as this stitching by Tessa Solomons, is an increasingly popular way to repair much-loved garments "We’ve all put things away …

Fast fashion isn’t cheap – the environment is paying for it
3 years, 1 month ago

Fast fashion isn’t cheap – the environment is paying for it

The Independent  

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Was 2021 the year we moved away from fast fashion?
3 years, 2 months ago

Was 2021 the year we moved away from fast fashion?

The Independent  

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British designers showcase sustainable practices in Cop26 fashion show
3 years, 4 months ago

British designers showcase sustainable practices in Cop26 fashion show

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. British designers that took part in the “GREAT Fashion for Climate Action” show include Burberry, Phoebe English, Stella McCartney, …

Stella McCartney tells Cop26 the future of fashion ‘looks bleak’
3 years, 4 months ago

Stella McCartney tells Cop26 the future of fashion ‘looks bleak’

The Independent  

British fashion designer Stella McCartney has called on world leaders to introduce new laws and policies to help regulate and reduce the fast fashion industry’s contribution to the climate crisis. “The future of fashion looks bleak unless we step up,” she told an audience at Cop26 on Monday 8 November, where she was speaking at The New York Times’ Climate …

How carbon might go out of fashion
3 years, 4 months ago

How carbon might go out of fashion

BBC  

How carbon might go out of fashion 9 November 2021 Share Save Laura Paddison Features correspondent Share Save Georges Gobet/Getty Images Due to the complex mixture of materials in modern fabrics, recycling clothing is currently a labour intensive task How carbon has gone out of fashion The fashion industry contributes between 2-10% of global carbon emissions – so how might …

‘Green’ fashion must be accessible and verifiable
3 years, 5 months ago

‘Green’ fashion must be accessible and verifiable

Live Mint  

A few weeks ago, a closed-door roundtable was held to discuss Indian fashion industry’s impact on the environment. The roundtable was facilitated by SU.RE, a project launched in 2019 by India’s apparel industry to work towards reducing its carbon emissions, increasing resource efficiency, tackling waste, managing water and creating a positive impact—in line with UN Sustainable Development Goal 12. We …

Fashion brands should offer repair services to offset the number of clothes people throw away, British Fashion Council says
3 years, 6 months ago

Fashion brands should offer repair services to offset the number of clothes people throw away, British Fashion Council says

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Consumers should buy half as many clothes and retailers should offer in-store repairing services to …

What Greta Thunberg gets wrong about the fashion industry and ‘greenwashing’
3 years, 7 months ago

What Greta Thunberg gets wrong about the fashion industry and ‘greenwashing’

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. This attitude was on full display …

British Fashion Awards 2020: What makes the five winning brands in the environment sector so eco-friendly?
4 years, 3 months ago

British Fashion Awards 2020: What makes the five winning brands in the environment sector so eco-friendly?

The Independent  

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Sustainable fashion: Understanding sustainability in fashion and how to make conscious wardrobe choices
4 years, 7 months ago

Sustainable fashion: Understanding sustainability in fashion and how to make conscious wardrobe choices

Hindustan Times  

With the new era being ushered in, we might start to notice a shift from the heady consumerism we all partake in, to more environmentally conscious choices. With sustainable fashion, brands are trying to ensure that their customers get the highest quality products that can last for a long period of time without wear and tear. • Buy from sustainable …

Naomi Campbell says it’s time to ‘call the fashion world to task’ over inequality
4 years, 8 months ago

Naomi Campbell says it’s time to ‘call the fashion world to task’ over inequality

The Independent  

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British fashion needs to slow right down, and lockdown is the perfect time to do it
4 years, 9 months ago

British fashion needs to slow right down, and lockdown is the perfect time to do it

The Independent  

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Three ways you can reduce your fashion footprint for a sustainable wardrobe
5 years ago

Three ways you can reduce your fashion footprint for a sustainable wardrobe

ABC  

So you've bought a reusable coffee cup, remembered to bring your bags to the supermarket almost every time and invested in some beeswax wraps. Key points: Australians collectively spend about $5 billion on fashion and three-fifths of that is trashed within a year Choosing fashion made from more sustainable fibres is one way to reduce your fashion footprint, but can …

From coronavirus to consent: Your definitive guide to the standout moments at the AW20 fashion shows
5 years ago

From coronavirus to consent: Your definitive guide to the standout moments at the AW20 fashion shows

The Independent  

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London Fashion Week: How did this season’s event fare in terms of sustainability?
5 years, 1 month ago

London Fashion Week: How did this season’s event fare in terms of sustainability?

The Independent  

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Sustainability in the fashion industry faces an uphill climb
5 years, 2 months ago

Sustainability in the fashion industry faces an uphill climb

Hindustan Times  

Sustainability in fashion is a hot button topic, with retailers large and small racing to prove their green credentials, but the desire for new attire churns and the industry remains one of the world’s largest polluters as climate activists and watchdogs sound alarms. In addition, the global fashion sector addressed climate change by launching the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate …

Anna Wintour urges shoppers to not treat clothes as ‘instantly disposable’
5 years, 3 months ago

Anna Wintour urges shoppers to not treat clothes as ‘instantly disposable’

The Independent  

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Making a case for slow fashion: Consumers, brands must re-think choices to prevent irreversible climate change
5 years, 5 months ago

Making a case for slow fashion: Consumers, brands must re-think choices to prevent irreversible climate change

Firstpost  

The fashion industry is one of the most polluting industries in the world, given the pressure to facilitate consumer hunger. It’s doubtful that the small, incremental changes made by brands will do enough to significantly contribute towards the fight on climate change, so more pressure from consumers and campaign groups is needed. As London Fashion Week opened earlier this month, …

Fast fashion lies: Will they really change their ways in a climate crisis?
5 years, 7 months ago

Fast fashion lies: Will they really change their ways in a climate crisis?

Salon  

Recently Zara introduced a sustainability pledge. But switching to sustainable fabrics while producing fashion clothing under the same model will not make any fast-fashion retailer sustainable. The current carbon footprint of the fashion industry is over eight per cent of total global greenhouse gas emissions, larger than all international travel. Therefore, to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including …

Government rejects calls for companies to address environmental impact of fast fashion
5 years, 9 months ago

Government rejects calls for companies to address environmental impact of fast fashion

The Independent  

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Fashion’s sustainability push isn’t keeping up with rapid growth
5 years, 10 months ago

Fashion’s sustainability push isn’t keeping up with rapid growth

Hindustan Times  

The fashion industry’s progress on reducing its environmental impact isn’t moving fast enough to counteract its rapid growth, according to a report by consultancy BCG and sustainable fashion groups. Fashion brands improved their environmental and social impact in 2018, but progress was slower than in the previous year, according to the report. It measured brands’ efforts to make and implement …

London Fashion Week: Environmental activists disrupt event and demand BFC declare a ‘climate emergency’
6 years, 1 month ago

London Fashion Week: Environmental activists disrupt event and demand BFC declare a ‘climate emergency’

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Fast fashion: Boohoo and Missguided among worst offenders in sustainability inquiry
6 years, 1 month ago

Fast fashion: Boohoo and Missguided among worst offenders in sustainability inquiry

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Stella McCartney claims most environmental issues mentioned in fashion industry are 'based around marketing'
6 years, 3 months ago

Stella McCartney claims most environmental issues mentioned in fashion industry are 'based around marketing'

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