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https://lnkd.in/dx4PZi7N In the last years, the scene in the fashion industry has been changing and more conscious fashion brands are trying to cultivate their business. However, most of the local slow fashion brands face numerous challenges. What methods do local brands apply to create the needed ecosystem? What practices do local brands adopt to benefit from the use of technology? What needs to be implemented to promote slow fashion? What examples do already exist in the local fashion market? These are some questions we addressed to our green enthusiasts in today's panel discussion ♻️.

👗✨ For this week’s #ThrowbackThursday on #GrowEverything let’s rewind to last year’s Fashion Meets Sustainability episode with Pangaea’s amazing CIO Amanda Parkes! 🌿🌊 What is sustainable fashion? Amanda let’s us know. Why does transparency and education matter in fashion? Because fashion is sadly one of the worlds most polluting industries. It is responsible for the fast-fashion pile in the Atacama Desert and the severely polluted water of the Buriganga River. How has PANGAIA created eco-friendly apparel? And why were they so successful during the pandemic? Did you know: Amanda also teaches at Harvard and MIT? She shares her insights on working with the next generation of entrepreneurs. 🔍 Revisit this enlightening conversation and get inspired to make fashion more sustainable, one garment at a time. 🎧 Catch the episode for a dose of fashion innovation and sustainability insights: https://lnkd.in/gMW88YEB #SustainableFashion #InnovationInTextiles #EcoFriendlyMaterials

How should brands and manufacturers be preparing for upcoming policy changes?   In the latest Fashion Conveners Quarterly Briefing, experts from our fellow member organizations give an overview of the policy landscape, highlight ways that businesses can prepare for changes, and share how leading sustainable fashion organizations are collaborating and engaging on this topic.   This Briefing also pulls together the latest launches, events, and collaboration opportunities in sustainable fashion and textiles. Read the Briefing here: https://bit.ly/3Lr7j1o   Apparel Impact Institute Global Fashion Agenda Fashion for Good Fashion Makes Change Policy Hub Responsible Business Center Sustainable Apparel Coalition Textile Exchange The Fashion Pact ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme   #FashionConveners #SustainableFashion #SustainableTextiles #NonProfits #Collaboration #EUPolicy #Policy

Did you know that one-quarter of consumers make purchase decisions that are actively driven by sustainability? 🤯🌱 In a world where fashion and sustainability are coming together to create a strong force for positive change, it's important to find and inspire people who care about sustainability in the industry. The recent McKinsey & Company article explores this exciting shift in thinking, highlighting the increasing importance of sustainability professionals in the fashion world. They are the ones who make a difference, who innovate with the environment in mind, and who bring a sense of ethics to the industry. 🌟 We’ve summarised the main points for you to remember from this interesting article but you read the full article via the link below 👇🏼🌱 https://lnkd.in/gRNRk2_Q #sustainabilityseekers #fashionindustry #sustainabilityleaders #ecoinnovation #fashiontransformation #sustainablefashion

The Business of Fashion annual report just came out and here are some highlights for 2024: 👉 As #climatechange continues to gather pace, #fashion executives remain focused on building more sustainable businesses. When identifying the biggest challenges and opportunities in the year ahead, some 12% cite sustainability as a principal focus for 2024, placing it at the top of the C-suite agenda. 👉 87% of fashion executives think #sustainability #regulations will impact their businesses in 2024: the era of the fashion industry self-regulating sustainability is drawing to a close around the world. Across jurisdictions, new rules could have a widespread impact on both consumers and fashion players. 👉As many as 16 pieces of legislation relating to fashion and textiles were under discussion in late 2023 in the EU alone, with the first coming into force in 2024. 👉 73% of chief procurement officers cited demand volatility as a dynamic that may impact supplier relationships in the next five years. Brands should consider focusing on #transparency and bolstering strategic #partnerships. Today, we are happy to announce that TRAFINO S.A. has become FairWild certified, our first participant focused on #fashion supply chains through their #tagua nut buttons. An example, of how fashion supply chains can adapt to be more sustainable through natural wild ingredients, transparency, resilience and strategic partnerships. Drop us an email or comment this post if you'd to know more about how FairWild can help you create a business defined by products made with respect for the #environment and #social rights! Photo by TRAFINO S.A.

🤔 How can individual contributors and employees advocate for sustainability within their organization, whether their company is sustainably minded or not? 👩🏻💻 Elizabeth Joy Magalski interviewed Selina Ho, Founder & CEO of Recloseted, the first one-stop consultancy for sustainable fashion, for the Conscious Fashion Collective Membership to explore how to embed sustainability into a fashion brand. Check out a few of the highlights from the conversation. Read more from this interview with Selina: https://lnkd.in/eK6UqjU3 . . . . . .#sustainablefashioncareers #sustainabilityconsultant #sustainablefashionbusiness

Get to know Noreen Marian Bautista, the Filipina founder enabling sustainable fashion 👚 Seeing the negative environmental impact the fashion industry creates, Noreen knew there was a better way to do it. Panublix was created by putting sustainability, regenerative materials, and artisan craft at the core of its operations. Video credits: Tim Foresta #WesterwelleFoundation #EmpoweringEntrepreneurs #YFP23

"Ever ponder the fashion industry's priorities? Does the idea of prioritizing people over profits resonate with you? Are you curious about how we can reshape the industry for sustainability? If these questions often cross your mind, you're not alone. Fortunately, there's an organization that puts people first, striving to address the challenges facing the textile and fashion industry as their own mission. We're in the final phase of our Kickstarter campaign, working towards turning our vision into reality—a place where we unite to tackle these issues head-on. You have the power to bring this vision to life by supporting and sharing our Kickstarter link today. Join us in making a positive change in the fashion world!" https://lnkd.in/dRZzY9zY Fashion NetworkKickstarter #larryrowbsfoundation #empowerchange #slowfashionmovementRenewcell #positivechange #recycling #environnement

Stefan Gertsch's Vision on Sustainable Fashion at 1Sustainability 2023 At the 1Sustainability | 2023 Global Sustainability Conference, Stefan Gertsch, CEO of Gertsch Consulting & Mode Vision, delivered a compelling presentation on transforming the fashion industry for sustainability. "Revolutionizing Fashion: Crafting Tomorrow's Business Models" highlighted the urgent need for change, addressing fashion's excessive waste, carbon footprint, and complex supply chains. Gertsch's session delves into the stark realities of fashion waste and offers innovative solutions, like 'fashion on demand' and 'mass customization', empowered by digitalization and Industry 4.0. He emphasizes the role of consumer behavior in sustainable practices and proposes 'pod - Pattern on Demand®' as a model for business transformation. This very insightful session is crucial for anyone in the fashion industry, environmental advocacy, or interested in sustainable commerce. Gertsch not only identifies key problems but also suggests practical, future-oriented solutions. It's an exploration into creating a sustainable, efficient fashion industry. Watch this pivotal session to join the conversation shaping the future of global fashion. 🔗 Watch the full session here. Jason E. Dodier Ann Rosenberg Kevin Dunckley Jane Harris, Bridgit Hawkins Dr. Cris B. Liban, Steven M. Rothstein Christopher Rex Vibhu Sharma Paris Kokorotsikos Rebecca Self Che Sidanius Raji Hattar Brandon Urdang Stefan Gertsch Brittany Harris Sonita Lontoh Manuel Carmona Yebra Julie Godefroy Irena Ben Yakar Claudia Paschkewitz Kritika Kharbanda Satya S. Tripathi Øistein Jensen Peggy Brannigan Lauren Meadow Kate Chilton Hanna Hallin Joseph Kochanski Willem Ferwerda Sylvain Marseille Paulina Marinkovic´ Brian Scott #SustainabilitySummit #CorporateInnovation #SonitaLontoh #JasonDodier #ESGStrategies #BusinessTransformation #HarvardBusinessReviewStyle #LeadershipInsights #SustainableFashion #1Sustainability2023 #FashionInnovation #StefanGertsch #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfFashion

Check out our four-part Sustainability Series, delving into how fashion brands and the EU tackle the vital issue of sustainability in the industry. In part 1, Mark Kramer and Autumn Gibson examine the steps fashion brands take to lead us towards a sustainable future, including the adoption of innovative technologies for new material production. Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eFauY-Sf #FashionIndustry #FashionInnovation #IntellectualProperty #SustainableFashion