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.
When It Comes to Social and Environmental Transparency, Fashion Continues to Fall Short
Fashion Revolution’s annual index shows signs of progress, but the fallout from Covid-19 has revealed how much the industry still needs to improve.
When It Comes to Social and Environmental Transparency, Fashion Continues to Fall Short
Fashion Revolution’s annual index shows signs of progress, but the fallout from Covid-19 has revealed how much the industry still needs to improve.
Consumers' Priorities Have Changed. Can Fashion Keep Up?
This week, everyone will be talking about the return of climate activism, more financial results from luxury brands and retailers experimenting with reopening stores. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Consumers' Priorities Have Changed. Can Fashion Keep Up?
This week, everyone will be talking about the return of climate activism, more financial results from luxury brands and retailers experimenting with reopening stores. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Allbirds Looks Beyond Covid-19 Crisis with Carbon Calorie Count
The digitally-native footwear brand is labelling all its products with their carbon footprint as it bets consumers will emerge from the current crisis more engaged than ever with issues relating to sustainability.
Allbirds Looks Beyond Covid-19 Crisis with Carbon Calorie Count
The digitally-native footwear brand is labelling all its products with their carbon footprint as it bets consumers will emerge from the current crisis more engaged than ever with issues relating to sustainability.
In Crisis, Don’t Ditch Sustainability
Under severe economic pressure, it’s tempting to see social responsibility as dispensable, but it’s as essential as ever to long-term strategy, argues Clare Press.
In Crisis, Don’t Ditch Sustainability
Under severe economic pressure, it’s tempting to see social responsibility as dispensable, but it’s as essential as ever to long-term strategy, argues Clare Press.
The BoF Podcast: Riz Ahmed on a Watershed Moment for the Fashion Industry
In the latest special edition of the BoF Podcast, rapper and actor Riz Ahmed speaks with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about why the world should pause and reset its priorities in light of the Covid-19 outbreak.
The BoF Podcast: Riz Ahmed on a Watershed Moment for the Fashion Industry
In the latest special edition of the BoF Podcast, rapper and actor Riz Ahmed speaks with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about why the world should pause and reset its priorities in light of the Covid-19 outbreak.
Could Coronavirus Spark a Sustainable Fashion Awakening?
Lockdown teaches us that beyond our basic needs for clean air and water, wholesome food and the company of loved ones, so much of our everyday consumption is excessive and greedy, writes Bandana Tewari.
Could Coronavirus Spark a Sustainable Fashion Awakening?
Lockdown teaches us that beyond our basic needs for clean air and water, wholesome food and the company of loved ones, so much of our everyday consumption is excessive and greedy, writes Bandana Tewari.
Op-Ed | Why Fashion Must Help Bangladeshi Workers Survive Coronavirus
Bangladesh is strategically critical for global apparel supply chains and it is ultimately in all our interests — from brands and retailers to factories and governments — to work together, collaborate and support each other through this, argues Mostafiz Uddin.
Op-Ed | Why Fashion Must Help Bangladeshi Workers Survive Coronavirus
Bangladesh is strategically critical for global apparel supply chains and it is ultimately in all our interests — from brands and retailers to factories and governments — to work together, collaborate and support each other through this, argues Mostafiz Uddin.
Everlane Teases New Climate Goals with Organic Cotton Commitment
The brand is going further than many bigger companies in adopting tough organic certification standards, but has yet to publish other significant environmental targets.
Everlane Teases New Climate Goals with Organic Cotton Commitment
The brand is going further than many bigger companies in adopting tough organic certification standards, but has yet to publish other significant environmental targets.
Lessons From Footwear's Quiet Revolution
As a growing number of established and start-up brands grapple with what it means to operate responsibly, one New York flip-flop company is testing its own model.
Lessons From Footwear's Quiet Revolution
As a growing number of established and start-up brands grapple with what it means to operate responsibly, one New York flip-flop company is testing its own model.
Alex de Betak on Why Fashion Shows Must Change
The sought-after producer is responsible for some of the most opulent and over-the-top fashion shows of the last 30 years. Now he’s going public with efforts to radically reduce the impact of the industry’s most important marketing moments.
Alex de Betak on Why Fashion Shows Must Change
The sought-after producer is responsible for some of the most opulent and over-the-top fashion shows of the last 30 years. Now he’s going public with efforts to radically reduce the impact of the industry’s most important marketing moments.
Jeff Bezos Pledges $10 Billion to Climate Change Fight
The Amazon CEO commits funding for scientists, activists, nonprofits and other groups fighting to protect the environment.
Jeff Bezos Pledges $10 Billion to Climate Change Fight
The Amazon CEO commits funding for scientists, activists, nonprofits and other groups fighting to protect the environment.
Can Fashion’s New Activists Make Sustainability Sexy?
Fashion’s activists and advocates are looking for ways to make sustainability as compelling as an ad for a new bag.
Can Fashion’s New Activists Make Sustainability Sexy?
Fashion’s activists and advocates are looking for ways to make sustainability as compelling as an ad for a new bag.
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.