Coronavirus exposes the Western imbalance of clothing production
Suppliers and workers in some of the poorest countries have lost months of revenue, as western clothing brands refuse to buy $16 billion USD worth of goods due to the pandemic. US and European fashion companies have rejected over $16 billion USD worth of exported clothing and goods since the...
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Converse’s All Stars programme is an engine for youth opportunity
The footwear giant is expanding its All Stars mentorship programme across the globe to guide young creatives in their careers. It’s never been more difficult for young creatives to follow their chosen career paths. The pandemic hasn’t made an already tumultuous path any smoother, with limited budgets, fewer paid opportunities,...
CFDA announces separate Black advisory board
In order to combat fashion's problem with racism, the organisation is dedicated to amplifying Black voices and creating real, systemic change. Since fashion’s reckoning with racism not too long ago, the industry has been hard pressed to remedy long standing issues of discrimination within its ranks. Committed to promoting...
Exclusive – The future of sustainable fashion lies in the hands of the agriculture industry
A growing number of fashion brands are embracing regenerative agriculture in order to meet eco-friendly consumer demands. ‘Regenerative agriculture is a powerful movement in fashion that I think is going to catch fire,’ says Oliver English. English is the CEO of Common Table Creative (CTC), a production company with the...
Scientists have discovered how to grow coloured cotton
Australian scientists have discovered how to grow naturally coloured cotton, a breakthrough that could finally help fashion curb its addiction to harmful chemical dyes. In a major win for clothing sustainability, Australian scientists have found a way to crack cotton’s molecular code so that it grows naturally in a range...
Boohoo perfectly embodies our fast fashion hypocrisy
Amidst shocking revelations of malpractice at clothing factories owned by the fast-fashion giant, the industry's timid approach to ethical issues is being readdressed. Boohoo, the online fashion retailer behind popular trend-driven brands like Nasty Gal and Pretty Little Thing, has lost almost £2 billion in value after speculations of ‘modern...
Google and WWF team up to drive sustainable fashion sourcing
The two companies have announced a partnership that will give fashion brands improved insight into how they can make their supply chains more environmentally friendly. Google Cloud has teamed up with wildlife charity WWF Sweden to help the fashion industry boost its environmental efforts. Developing a data platform with a focus on sustainable sourcing, the joint project will give brands the opportunity to monitor the impact of their supply chains...
Tiffany & Co. pledges $2 million to Covid-19 relief
The jewellery brand is planning to donate 100% of the profits from it's 'Infinite Strength' collection to charities supporting vulnerable communities affected by the pandemic. As companies with the means to do so continue stepping up to help in any way they can, Tiffany & Co. is redoubling its efforts with a new commitment to Covid-19 related causes. Following its $1 million pledge back in April,...
Fashion and beauty brands come together in support of the BLM movement
In the wake of police brutality protests around the world, these are the fashion and beauty brands standing in solidarity with Black Lives Matter. Half way through 2020, if we’ve learned anything, it’s that we absolutely can — and must — join forces in order to create positive change. Faced with a global pandemic, individuals, companies, and nonprofits have united to find relief from the devastation brought about by Covid-19....
How is Coronavirus impacting the global fashion industry?
From the cancellation of fashion weeks around the world, to brands and designers shutting their doors during lockdown, COVID-19 is taking its toll on fashion. As the pandemic spreads, so does its impact on various industries. With the most recent run of fashion weeks overshadowed by the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases around the world, the industry has since experienced huge disruptions that are likely to have long-lasting effects. Major annual...
