Fashion’s Climate Emissions Increased Almost 14% Over Two Years
Greenhouse gas emissions rose in 2023 and 2024, due in part to increased global production of fibre, especially polyester, according to a new report by the Apparel Impact Institute.
Sustainability
How fashion can do better for people and the planet.
What France’s Anti-Fast Fashion Law Means for Shein
The new legislation introduces advertising restrictions and financial penalties aimed squarely at ultra-fast fashion platforms like Shein and Temu while largely sparing European players such as Zara and H&M.
What France’s Anti-Fast Fashion Law Means for Shein
The new legislation introduces advertising restrictions and financial penalties aimed squarely at ultra-fast fashion platforms like Shein and Temu while largely sparing European players such as Zara and H&M.
Will Extreme Heat Change Fashion’s Climate Calculus?
The hottest chatter in Paris and Milan this week has been, well, the heat itself.
Will Extreme Heat Change Fashion’s Climate Calculus?
The hottest chatter in Paris and Milan this week has been, well, the heat itself.
Why Fashion Is Falling Behind on Its Climate Targets
While H&M and Kering have cut emissions by more than a third, the majority of fashion’s biggest brands remain behind the schedule they set for themselves.
Why Fashion Is Falling Behind on Its Climate Targets
While H&M and Kering have cut emissions by more than a third, the majority of fashion’s biggest brands remain behind the schedule they set for themselves.
EU Report: Nearly 40% of Clothing Is Mislabeled
A study released by the EU Commission found 37 percent of clothing materials tested in a campaign were not correctly identified on their tags.
EU Report: Nearly 40% of Clothing Is Mislabeled
A study released by the EU Commission found 37 percent of clothing materials tested in a campaign were not correctly identified on their tags.
Why Traceability Is Becoming a Business Requirement for Fashion Brands
With the US, EU and Canada introducing measures on forced labour in supply chains, traceability is no longer just a sustainability initiative but a necessity for market access.
Why Traceability Is Becoming a Business Requirement for Fashion Brands
With the US, EU and Canada introducing measures on forced labour in supply chains, traceability is no longer just a sustainability initiative but a necessity for market access.
The World Cup Is a Milestone Moment for Recycled Polyester
With a majority of team kits supplied by Nike, Adidas and Puma all incorporating textile-to-textile recycled polyester, the world’s most-watched sporting event is providing a showcase for the next-gen material's performance and growing use
The World Cup Is a Milestone Moment for Recycled Polyester
With a majority of team kits supplied by Nike, Adidas and Puma all incorporating textile-to-textile recycled polyester, the world’s most-watched sporting event is providing a showcase for the next-gen material's performance and growing use
Has Fashion’s Exploitative Business Model Gotten Worse?
A new report finds suppliers and workers are absorbing the industry’s relentless push for lower prices more than ever before, while Shein’s acquisition of Everlane underscores how fashion’ current growth model still remains deeply at odds with sustainability.
Has Fashion’s Exploitative Business Model Gotten Worse?
A new report finds suppliers and workers are absorbing the industry’s relentless push for lower prices more than ever before, while Shein’s acquisition of Everlane underscores how fashion’ current growth model still remains deeply at odds with sustainability.
Why High Fashion Can’t Quit Polyester
The material may be most closely associated with fast fashion, but high-end labels depend on it heavily because of its versatility. They’re not giving it up, even as surging fossil fuel prices push up costs.
Why High Fashion Can’t Quit Polyester
The material may be most closely associated with fast fashion, but high-end labels depend on it heavily because of its versatility. They’re not giving it up, even as surging fossil fuel prices push up costs.
The Great Sustainability Rebrand
At this year’s Global Fashion Summit, the industry reframed sustainability around its financial value and presented it as a business survival strategy.
The Great Sustainability Rebrand
At this year’s Global Fashion Summit, the industry reframed sustainability around its financial value and presented it as a business survival strategy.
Sustainable Fashion’s New Marketing Angle Is All About Wellness
As sustainability loses its allure, brands are reframing their messaging around use of natural fibres or avoidance of chemicals to appeal to customers.
Sustainable Fashion’s New Marketing Angle Is All About Wellness
As sustainability loses its allure, brands are reframing their messaging around use of natural fibres or avoidance of chemicals to appeal to customers.
Explainer: Fashion’s New Tariff Threat
A US trade probe into forced labour could trigger new tariffs and import bans, forcing fashion brands to implement more robust supply-chain transparency.
Explainer: Fashion’s New Tariff Threat
A US trade probe into forced labour could trigger new tariffs and import bans, forcing fashion brands to implement more robust supply-chain transparency.
Why Fashion Is Still Stuck on Sustainability Double Standards
As the presence of PFAs in apparel comes into the spotlight, and ‘sustainable’ collaborations driven by overproduction hit the market, fashion’s definition of sustainability looks increasingly hard to defend.
Why Fashion Is Still Stuck on Sustainability Double Standards
As the presence of PFAs in apparel comes into the spotlight, and ‘sustainable’ collaborations driven by overproduction hit the market, fashion’s definition of sustainability looks increasingly hard to defend.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Nylon Recycling Startup Syntetica Raises $30 Million Series A
Lululemon and apparel manufacturer MAS Holdings are among the investors backing the French startup as it scales a proprietary process for recycling nylon from mixed-textile waste.
EU Removes Leather From Deforestation Law
The changes, which will go into effect in December 2027, are a win for the leather industry.
UK Bans ‘Recycled’ Clothing Ads From Adidas, Uniqlo and Calvin Klein
Major retailers’ ads promoting “recycled” clothing and shoes have been banned by the UK watchdog after advertisers were unable to prove their green claims.
Burberry Delays Net Zero Emissions Target by 10 Years to 2050
The British group positioned itself as an industry leader five years ago when it announced a goal of net zero by 2040 — ahead of other luxury brands and the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Milan Fashion Week Will Ask Brands Not to Show Fur
The National Chamber of Italian Fashion will no longer promote fur at events or on social media.
Zara Workers Urge Fashion Chain to Stop Plan Cutting Local Wages
Labour representatives worry the shift to standardised conditions would erase years of locally negotiated terms in A Coruña.
Levi’s Sued for Allegedly Misleading Consumers on Ethical Labour Practices
The Clean Clothes Campaign and four Dutch consumers have accused the denim brand of failing to meet the responsible production standards it promotes in its marketing.