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.
Sustainability Pioneer Stella McCartney to Receive BoF Global VOICES Award
As the world wakes up to ethical consumption, the sustainability pioneer — and pragmatist — has a blueprint for the future of sustainable fashion.
Sustainability Pioneer Stella McCartney to Receive BoF Global VOICES Award
As the world wakes up to ethical consumption, the sustainability pioneer — and pragmatist — has a blueprint for the future of sustainable fashion.
Op-Ed | Is Fashion’s Eco-Consciousness More Than a Label Yet?
It seems inevitable that sustainability will figure at least somewhat more prominently into apparel-purchase decisions in the near future. And so clothing retailers must be ready to do right on this issue.
Op-Ed | Is Fashion’s Eco-Consciousness More Than a Label Yet?
It seems inevitable that sustainability will figure at least somewhat more prominently into apparel-purchase decisions in the near future. And so clothing retailers must be ready to do right on this issue.
Primark Sharpens Ethical Focus in Fight for Market Share
Rana Plaza forced the company to ramp up sustainability efforts, building up a team of over 100 people who focus on ethical trade and environmental issues.
Primark Sharpens Ethical Focus in Fight for Market Share
Rana Plaza forced the company to ramp up sustainability efforts, building up a team of over 100 people who focus on ethical trade and environmental issues.
Max Vadukul Marks His Homecoming in GQ India
The celebrated photographer’s interpretation of sustainability for the magazine’s 10th anniversary issue also marks his return to his native India.
Max Vadukul Marks His Homecoming in GQ India
The celebrated photographer’s interpretation of sustainability for the magazine’s 10th anniversary issue also marks his return to his native India.
Social Goods | The Rise of Natural Beauty, Revolve's 'Fatphobia' Top
This week, the popularity of natural beauty is attributed to the rising fear of chemicals, while Revolve sold a sweatshirt with a controversial quote.
Social Goods | The Rise of Natural Beauty, Revolve's 'Fatphobia' Top
This week, the popularity of natural beauty is attributed to the rising fear of chemicals, while Revolve sold a sweatshirt with a controversial quote.
Fashion to Die For
Kalpona Akter is worried for her life. Her support for the Bangladeshi garment workers who produce more than $30 billion worth of fashion for Western retailers every year puts her at odds with powerful factory owners and the country’s ‘industrial police.’
Fashion to Die For
Kalpona Akter is worried for her life. Her support for the Bangladeshi garment workers who produce more than $30 billion worth of fashion for Western retailers every year puts her at odds with powerful factory owners and the country’s ‘industrial police.’
Social Goods | London Fashion Week Goes Fur-Free, Is Diverse Beauty Just a Trend?
This week, London Fashion Week is the first of the main global fashion events to ditch fur, while the beauty industry is only at the beginning of its road to diversity.
Social Goods | London Fashion Week Goes Fur-Free, Is Diverse Beauty Just a Trend?
This week, London Fashion Week is the first of the main global fashion events to ditch fur, while the beauty industry is only at the beginning of its road to diversity.
Social Goods | China Adds to Luxury's Waste Issue, Streetwear's Sexism Problem
This week, luxury brands destroy unsold goods due to a drop in Chinese demand, while streetwear remains to be a boy's club, especially for women of colour.
Social Goods | China Adds to Luxury's Waste Issue, Streetwear's Sexism Problem
This week, luxury brands destroy unsold goods due to a drop in Chinese demand, while streetwear remains to be a boy's club, especially for women of colour.
Social Goods | The Case Against Underage Models, Criticisms Over Nike's Balaclava
This week, the codes of the modelling industry are changing in the #MeToo world, while Nike receives criticism over selling a balaclava that customers said looks 'menacing.'
Social Goods | The Case Against Underage Models, Criticisms Over Nike's Balaclava
This week, the codes of the modelling industry are changing in the #MeToo world, while Nike receives criticism over selling a balaclava that customers said looks 'menacing.'
Levi’s Bets on Lasers
The world's oldest denim brand is rolling out a new technology that could have longterm implications for the business.
Levi’s Bets on Lasers
The world's oldest denim brand is rolling out a new technology that could have longterm implications for the business.
Social Goods | Fashion Industry Funnels Money Towards Slavery, Fast Fashion's Waste Problem
This week, a new report suggests the fashion industry is the world's second-largest contributor to modern slavery, while consumer trends are causing catastrophic damages for the environment.
Social Goods | Fashion Industry Funnels Money Towards Slavery, Fast Fashion's Waste Problem
This week, a new report suggests the fashion industry is the world's second-largest contributor to modern slavery, while consumer trends are causing catastrophic damages for the environment.
Social Goods | The Dark Side of Chinese Internet Fame, Tariffs to Affect Ivanka Trump's Brand
This week, body-positive messaging does not resonate in Chinese influencer circles, while Ivanka Trump's handbags will likely be hit by the new tariffs on China.
Social Goods | The Dark Side of Chinese Internet Fame, Tariffs to Affect Ivanka Trump's Brand
This week, body-positive messaging does not resonate in Chinese influencer circles, while Ivanka Trump's handbags will likely be hit by the new tariffs on China.
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.