AII Launches Industry-First Tool Standardising Measurement of Carbon Emissions
The new tool published by the climate-focused nonprofit aims to create a standardised benchmark across textile facilities to accelerate fashion’s efforts to decarbonise.
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How fashion can do better for people and the planet.
California Set to Mandate Clothing Recycling as Wardrobe Waste Grows
A new California bill proposes that brands take charge of recycling efforts, allowing consumers to drop off unwanted clothing at designated sites.
California Set to Mandate Clothing Recycling as Wardrobe Waste Grows
A new California bill proposes that brands take charge of recycling efforts, allowing consumers to drop off unwanted clothing at designated sites.
Inside Luxury’s Italian Sweatshops Problem
An Italian probe linking luxury labels including Dior and Armani to labour exploitation — with the supply chains of up to a dozen more brands under the microscope — has exposed a seedy practice deeply embedded in the luxury system, creating an unpredictable PR crisis at a precarious time for the sector, a BoF investigation has found.
Inside Luxury’s Italian Sweatshops Problem
An Italian probe linking luxury labels including Dior and Armani to labour exploitation — with the supply chains of up to a dozen more brands under the microscope — has exposed a seedy practice deeply embedded in the luxury system, creating an unpredictable PR crisis at a precarious time for the sector, a BoF investigation has found.
Milan Proposes Supply-Chain Database Amid Sweatshops Probe
The Prefecture of Milan is aiming to beef up the fashion sector’s monitoring systems after an investigation by Milanese prosecutors found labour exploitation in the supply chains of luxury brands including Armani and Dior. The scheme currently in draft would be voluntary and limited to the Lombardy region.
Milan Proposes Supply-Chain Database Amid Sweatshops Probe
The Prefecture of Milan is aiming to beef up the fashion sector’s monitoring systems after an investigation by Milanese prosecutors found labour exploitation in the supply chains of luxury brands including Armani and Dior. The scheme currently in draft would be voluntary and limited to the Lombardy region.
The Supima Design Competition Showcases Fashion’s Next Generation at New York Fashion Week
Through partnerships with leading fashion schools across the US and a robust and growing network of alumni, the Supima Design Competition is setting up emerging design talent for success.
The Supima Design Competition Showcases Fashion’s Next Generation at New York Fashion Week
Through partnerships with leading fashion schools across the US and a robust and growing network of alumni, the Supima Design Competition is setting up emerging design talent for success.
At NYFW, Models Push Governor to Sign Fashion Workers Act into Law
The Model Alliance delivered hundreds of letters from models and allies to New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s office Tuesday morning, calling on her to sign the act which passed in the state’s Senate and Assembly in July.
At NYFW, Models Push Governor to Sign Fashion Workers Act into Law
The Model Alliance delivered hundreds of letters from models and allies to New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s office Tuesday morning, calling on her to sign the act which passed in the state’s Senate and Assembly in July.
California Wants Fashion Brands to Pay for Waste
A bill that would make brands responsible for making sure old clothes don’t wind up in landfill only needs the signature of Governor Gavin Newsom to become law, potentially paving the way for other states to take action on textile recycling.
California Wants Fashion Brands to Pay for Waste
A bill that would make brands responsible for making sure old clothes don’t wind up in landfill only needs the signature of Governor Gavin Newsom to become law, potentially paving the way for other states to take action on textile recycling.
Why H&M and Inditex Are Betting on Lab-Grown Cotton
The fashion giants have invested in Galy, a Boston-based start-up that aims to drastically reduce cotton’s environmental impact.
Why H&M and Inditex Are Betting on Lab-Grown Cotton
The fashion giants have invested in Galy, a Boston-based start-up that aims to drastically reduce cotton’s environmental impact.
Shein: Fashion’s Biggest Polluter in Four Charts
The ultra-fast-fashion giant’s planet-warming emissions have nearly tripled in the last three years as its growth far outpaced other major fashion companies. In Shein's latest sustainability report, CEO Sky Xu says tackling emissions is “particularly critical."
Shein: Fashion’s Biggest Polluter in Four Charts
The ultra-fast-fashion giant’s planet-warming emissions have nearly tripled in the last three years as its growth far outpaced other major fashion companies. In Shein's latest sustainability report, CEO Sky Xu says tackling emissions is “particularly critical."
Shein Reveals Child Labour Cases as It Steps Up Supplier Audits
The company said both cases had been “resolved swiftly,” with remediation steps including ending underage employees’ contracts, arranging medical checkups, and facilitating repatriation to parents or guardians as necessary.
Shein Reveals Child Labour Cases as It Steps Up Supplier Audits
The company said both cases had been “resolved swiftly,” with remediation steps including ending underage employees’ contracts, arranging medical checkups, and facilitating repatriation to parents or guardians as necessary.
Beware Fashion’s Sustainability Retreat
Financial and political volatility are having a chilling effect on the industry’s environmental efforts. But failure to act now will bring bigger risks in the future, writes Kenneth P. Pucker.
Beware Fashion’s Sustainability Retreat
Financial and political volatility are having a chilling effect on the industry’s environmental efforts. But failure to act now will bring bigger risks in the future, writes Kenneth P. Pucker.
Why Hotter Weather Matters for Fashion
Scientists say it’s increasingly likely 2024 will be the world’s hottest year on record, with rising temperatures carrying big implications from shopping malls to supply chains.
Why Hotter Weather Matters for Fashion
Scientists say it’s increasingly likely 2024 will be the world’s hottest year on record, with rising temperatures carrying big implications from shopping malls to supply chains.
What Happens When It’s Too Hot to Make Fashion? | The BoF Podcast
Senior correspondent, Sheena Butler-Young and executive editor, Brian Baskin speak with sustainability correspondent Sarah Kent to discuss what rising temperatures means for the fashion production model.
What Happens When It’s Too Hot to Make Fashion? | The BoF Podcast
Senior correspondent, Sheena Butler-Young and executive editor, Brian Baskin speak with sustainability correspondent Sarah Kent to discuss what rising temperatures means for the fashion production model.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
EU Finalises Plan to Scale Back Sustainability Rules
The bloc’s overhaul sharply reduces the number of companies covered by ESG reporting and supply chain due-diligence laws, easing compliance pressures but increasing concerns over accountability.
EU to Ban Destruction of Unsold Clothes and Shoes
The European Commission has adopted new measures that will require medium and large companies to stop discarding unsold clothing and footwear, in the bloc’s latest move to target textile waste.
Climate Inaction Puts 34% of Fashion Industry Profits at Risk
The financial implications of global warming are becoming increasingly difficult for corporate executives to ignore.
German Watchdog Says Shein Must Substantiate or Remove Net-Zero Claims
The ultra-fast fashion retailer says it has updated language on its website following engagement with the group.
Rick Owens Bans Animal Fur
The news comes less than a week after the Coalition to Abolish the Fur Trade staged protests outside the brand’s stores.
Hearst Magazines Bans Fur From Its Publications
Following the publicisation of Condé Nast’s fur ban in October, the Harper’s Bazaar publisher will now prohibit the use of animal fur in its editorial and advertising content.
Cyclone in Sri Lanka Impacts Multiple Garment Factories
A week after devastating floods, the industry association in Sri Lanka says multiple large facilities have been impacted, as recovery efforts for affected workers are underway.