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.
Sustainability
How fashion can do better for people and the planet.
Masterclass | The BoF Sustainability Masterclass Series
To understand where the industry is falling short and where it has the most opportunity to progress, explore our four-part Sustainability Masterclass Series.
Masterclass | The BoF Sustainability Masterclass Series
To understand where the industry is falling short and where it has the most opportunity to progress, explore our four-part Sustainability Masterclass Series.
Widespread Inaction on Sustainability Eclipses Progress at Fashion’s Biggest Companies
Efforts to transform the fashion industry in line with global ambitions to curb climate change and establish more responsible business practices by 2030 have yet to gain sufficient momentum, The BoF Sustainability Index 2022 finds.
Widespread Inaction on Sustainability Eclipses Progress at Fashion’s Biggest Companies
Efforts to transform the fashion industry in line with global ambitions to curb climate change and establish more responsible business practices by 2030 have yet to gain sufficient momentum, The BoF Sustainability Index 2022 finds.
Would You Buy a Mushroom Handbag?
For the first time, brands including Stella McCartney, Balenciaga and Hermès are bringing products made of buzzy mushroom-based materials to market, a critical test for whether the next-generation fabrics could one day hit the mainstream.
Would You Buy a Mushroom Handbag?
For the first time, brands including Stella McCartney, Balenciaga and Hermès are bringing products made of buzzy mushroom-based materials to market, a critical test for whether the next-generation fabrics could one day hit the mainstream.
The Debrief: Fashion’s Greenwashing Problem
In a sea of unsubstantiated claims about sustainability, BoF’s Sarah Kent explains why it's so hard to measure impact, and what sort of regulation could be coming for fashion.
The Debrief: Fashion’s Greenwashing Problem
In a sea of unsubstantiated claims about sustainability, BoF’s Sarah Kent explains why it's so hard to measure impact, and what sort of regulation could be coming for fashion.
Lorenzo Bertelli on Prada’s Sustainability Strategy
In an exclusive interview, Prada’s future CEO and joint marketing and sustainability chief spoke to BoF about making recycled nylon a reality, why the market isn’t ready for leather alternatives and Prada’s plans in resale.
Lorenzo Bertelli on Prada’s Sustainability Strategy
In an exclusive interview, Prada’s future CEO and joint marketing and sustainability chief spoke to BoF about making recycled nylon a reality, why the market isn’t ready for leather alternatives and Prada’s plans in resale.
The Path to Develop a Sustainable Shoe
Footwear has always been an engine for innovation, but developing a more sustainable shoe presents a particular challenge.
The Path to Develop a Sustainable Shoe
Footwear has always been an engine for innovation, but developing a more sustainable shoe presents a particular challenge.
Green or Greenwashing: Who Gets to Decide?
European efforts to introduce standardised rules governing how brands back up environmental claims are fuelling a heated debate that stands to create winners and losers.
Green or Greenwashing: Who Gets to Decide?
European efforts to introduce standardised rules governing how brands back up environmental claims are fuelling a heated debate that stands to create winners and losers.
Kering Invests in Lab-Grown Leather Startup
The French luxury giant participated in a $46 million funding round intended to accelerate commercialisation of San Francisco-based VitroLabs’ lab-grown leather.
Kering Invests in Lab-Grown Leather Startup
The French luxury giant participated in a $46 million funding round intended to accelerate commercialisation of San Francisco-based VitroLabs’ lab-grown leather.
Could Exotic Skins Go the Same Way as Fur?
While some companies have denounced the use of crocodile, snake and ostrich skins to make high-end leather goods, others are doubling down on the product category.
Could Exotic Skins Go the Same Way as Fur?
While some companies have denounced the use of crocodile, snake and ostrich skins to make high-end leather goods, others are doubling down on the product category.
One Way to Become More Sustainable? Invest in New Materials.
Luxury sneaker brand Golden Goose is investing $1.3 million in an R&D tie-up with Milanese materials manufacturer Coronet.
One Way to Become More Sustainable? Invest in New Materials.
Luxury sneaker brand Golden Goose is investing $1.3 million in an R&D tie-up with Milanese materials manufacturer Coronet.
Why Climate Risk Is Moving Up the Agenda for Fashion Investors
New regulations are set to make it easier for investors to factor in companies’ environmental footprint when deciding which businesses to back.
Why Climate Risk Is Moving Up the Agenda for Fashion Investors
New regulations are set to make it easier for investors to factor in companies’ environmental footprint when deciding which businesses to back.
Fashion Brands Face EU Sustainability Crackdown
The 27-member bloc outlined an ambitious policy strategy Wednesday that aims to curb the industry’s environmental impact and address labour abuses.
Fashion Brands Face EU Sustainability Crackdown
The 27-member bloc outlined an ambitious policy strategy Wednesday that aims to curb the industry’s environmental impact and address labour abuses.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
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.
Etsy Bans Fur From Its Listings
Effective Aug. 11, the e-commerce marketplace will pull any remaining animal fur products from its website.