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My socials have been inundated with videos of the mesmerising Galliano for Maison Margiela Couture show over the past few days. Rightly so, it felt a once in a generation moment that even those with no interest in fashion couldn’t help but appreciate. In stark contrast, Copenhagen Fashion week kicked off earlier this week and it also feels everyone is talking about it. No longer the poor relation to Paris, London, New York and Milan, Copenhagen’s strong moral compass and rigorous focus on ethical sustainability stands out against a global backdrop of political and social unrest and feels more vital than ever. The event was opened by the CFW CEO Cecilie Thorsmark who purposely reminded the audience: “Democracy is not to be taken for granted. In this super scary context, to put it straight, let’s all remind ourselves that from our privileged ground in this industry, we must make the most of our voice, and the most of our platforms for something better.” CFW back this up as well; To show at the event, all brands on its schedule must meet 18 minimum requirements governed by six pillars of ethical business: strategic direction, design, smart material choices, working conditions, consumer engagement and show production. For example, brands have to prove transparency across their supply chain and that at least 50% of their collection made from certified, preferred, upcycled or recycled materials. CFW offsets all carbon emissions from its own activities and has reduced carbon emissions by 50% compared to 2019. Then there is the talent, which are becoming increasingly well recieved – brands such as Saks Potts Stine Goya A/S and OpéraSPORT are all building international followings and gaining momentum with more global buyers at the shows than ever. The big news was that Ganni A/S, the mainstay of the event and true heavyweight didn’t show in favour of delivering other smaller international activations. However, they did the most ‘Ganni’ thing possible and instead had an event that showcased seven up-and-coming labels via its in-house innovation platform Fabrics of the Future, using innovations such as Celium from Polybion, a pioneering alternative to synthetic fabrics made from petroleum, and Savian from BioFluff, a plant-based fur. So, props to Copenhagen and those who travelled to support it. The industry is diversifying and CFW feels an increasing blueprint for positive change. DHR Global #fashionbusiness #fashionnews

🇮🇹 Ah, Italians and their pastas, pizzas, and impeccable sense of fashion. Just a few of the many things that the world envies us. But where do they come from? Something we are probably less known for: a knack for adaptability and innovation. A trait that has put us at the forefront of #recycling, achieving a staggering 79.4% waste reutilization – more than double the European average – with the textile-fashion sector at the helm (Il Sole 24 Ore). 
 And it's this very industry that stole the spotlight at this year's edition of the Green Carpets Fashion Awards in Los Angeles. Read all about it in my article for ECONYL® brand. 👇 #circulardesign #fashionindustry #circulareconomy #sustainablefashion

🐌🐌🐌On my way to Pontevedra, Spain, to the 2024 Degrowth Conference. That's all I took for a week:) My laptop is in that bag, too! 🐌🐌🐌 I expect nothing less but a landmark event that will change the course of economic history.🔥🔥🔥 And some sangria and good laughs.🤗🤗🤗 I will present the work on developing collective visions of post growth fashion building on the Fashion Futures 2040 Report that we wrote with the members of the International research network on Sustainable Fashion Consumption:👉✅ https://lnkd.in/dNAAkxMe To those of you who are new to my work, we developed four scenarios of how sustainable fashion consumption could look like in 2040. Each scenario is shaped by top-down or bottom-up forces and aims towards enhanced efficiency or sufficiency.🌸🪷🌷🌺 We argue that there can be many ways of experiencing and "doing" sustainable fashion. Living with less - by individual choice or due to government policies that reduce material throughput - is captured by two sufficiency scenarios. We know from research that people who choose to live with fewer but better things and step away from material value orientation tend to be happier in life.☺️☺️☺️ However, it's difficult to exit the system where there is overabundance of cheap stuff. Not everyone has the time and mental space to put their life on pause while they reflect about their overconsumption. I really consider this a privilege. We are all overworked and overwhelmed with the constant information overload.🥺🥺🥺 For those who don't have the capacity to deal with yet another guilt-inducing topic, there should be rules - laws and social norms - that will help adjust our behaviour and practices towards more sustainable and less wasteful ways.📜📜📜 Like - it's ok to take only three tops and one pair of jeans for a four day trip. We do not need to roll suitcases the size of R2D2 when flying to a three-day escape destination thousands of miles away. People won't judge you if you don't wear a new outfit every single work day.👗👗👗 More news from the conference to follow soon! Stay tuned! (unless I'm having too much fun then it will wait) #sufficiency #degrowth #conference #lessismore #fashion #postgrowthfashion #fashion #sustainablefashion

Allow me to share some good news. Lavāda had the opportunity to be interviewed by tocco, an organization that is at the top of their game when it comes to topics of environmentalism and the impacts companies can make. A special thank you to Anh NG. for making this happen. As a small business that is focused on innovation and sustainable options in fashion, it is always great to connect with like-minded entities. Here’s a link to the interview. https://lnkd.in/gUXYtUx8

The fashion industry is widely acknowledged as one of the most polluting sectors contributing to environmental degradation. At Colormond, we've made it our mission to be part of the solution. 🌍 This #EarthMonth, let’s catch a glimpse into some of the sustainable initiatives we've embraced on our team: 1. We craft our fine jewellery pieces exclusively with lab-grown diamonds, cultivated in controlled laboratories with refined manufacturing processes to minimise carbon emissions. 💎🤗 2. We prioritise the use of recycled or biodegradable materials for packaging to cut waste. 📦♻️ 2. We operate with a remote-based team, following a digital and paperless protocol to reduce our ecological footprint. 👩🏼💻🌳 But we're not stopping there. We're committed to integrating even more sustainable practices into our operations. If you share our belief that luxury shouldn't come at the cost of our planet, join our fun and dynamic team at Colormond. Together, let's be part of something great. 🌟 #EthicalFashion #SustainableFashion #EarthDay #FineJewellery

🕶From February 05 - 08 / 2024, #berlin kicked off the F/W 2024-2025 calendar in #europe ! The newest #trends and #collections by established & new #designers and #labels were presented at fashion fairs, #fashionshows and numerous #events, during Berlin #fashionweek . 🌍 Madrid, Paris, London and Milan will soon follow. And environmental responsibility will be a major issue in all of them. 🌱 EUCOTTON: a #green approach to FashionnWeeks. 👗🧶 #EUAgriPromo #eucotton #eucottonsustainability #cotton #Sustainability

GRAFF INC.—remember the name. These students all have their individual stories but are united in a common cause—to rival fast fashion brands and contribute to a fully circular economy. The vision of a greener, more sustainable future is the dream and this year’s Hult Prize propelled the team to new heights and put them at the heart of the conversation around fast fashion.  1.) The fashion industry has a sustainability problem—GRAFF INC. Experienced this in each of their five home countries. 2.) Originally producing sustainable hangers, their groundbreaking plastic-substitute Texterial is now used for several domestic items, and its versatility is only growing. 3.) GRAFF INC. powered through the rounds of the Hult Prize winning the Boston summit and being featured in the press. 4.) And Paris was just the beginning—GRAFF INC. have no plans to slow down after the final. Watch the video for the full story. They didn’t begin from a standing start either. To find out how Giulia Massaccesi, Rikita Lakdawala, Ana Perez, Francisco Da Silva, and Francesco Ficorilli, got switched onto sustainability, read the blog: https://lnkd.in/e8vtpw3q #hultinternationalbusinessschool #hultboston #graff

Hello, If Sustainable Fashion piques your interest, I believe you'll find this live webinar interesting. Hosted by ASU FIDM × HLab, you're invited to register for it here👇 Happy Sunday!! #webinar #sustainablefashion #sustainability #aifashion #fashionai

Luxury labels lead the charge on sustainability. Recognizing a universal shift to more holistic sustainable solutions consumers demand, fashion house Stella McCartney and Veuve Clicquot, iconic brands under the LVMH umbrella, have collaborated to create the first vegan leather made from Champagne grape waste. This pioneering partnership is a testament to their shared commitment to sustainability, craftsmanship, and innovation. In an industry where reducing environmental footprint is crucial, this collaboration introduces a groundbreaking circular cycle of use and reuse. By transforming grape waste into luxurious vegan leather, they are setting a new standard for sustainable fashion and winemaking. Discover how this innovative alliance is redefining luxury with eco-conscious materials and thoughtful design. #Sustainability #Innovation #VeganLeather #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #FashionInnovation #WineIndustry https://lnkd.in/gGj8NX3n

In the fashion and food industries, successful collaborations underscore the importance of protecting brands and innovation, write Remfry & Sagar lawyers Radha Khera and Bisman K., They note that, in today’s climate, if two brands can collaborate to enhance sustainable experiences for shoppers, that should be an out-and-out winning combination. "Brand protection through formal legal statutes is key to building brand value for fashion and food companies alike. Equally, one must watch the market carefully for violations and act quickly to stem harm to a brand and even unlock further brand value," they write. https://lnkd.in/guaNfyXU #fashion #luxurylaw #food #IP #intellectualproperty #brands