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🌟 Exciting News for the Future of Sustainable Fashion! 🌟 We are thrilled to share that Custom Collaborative, a non-profit organization based in New York, has received an incredible $1 million boost, as reported by Vogue Business. This generous funding will empower Custom Collaborative to further its mission of training low-income and immigrant women in sustainable fashion practices. 🌱👗 Custom Collaborative has been a beacon of hope, providing essential skills and resources to women, and this grant will allow them to expand their programs and services. By training a new generation of fashion artisans, they are not only supporting individual growth but also contributing to the vibrant development of New York's garment district. 🗽✂️ This investment represents a significant step forward for sustainable fashion and workforce development, promising a brighter, more inclusive future for the industry and the local community. The ripple effects of such initiatives are immense, fostering innovation, creativity, and economic resilience. Let's celebrate this fantastic news and support the pioneering efforts of Custom Collaborative! 👏🎉 Drop a comment to share your thoughts on the impact of sustainable fashion or tag someone who should know about this remarkable achievement. Don't forget to like and share this post to spread the word about this positive change! #SustainableFashion #Empowerment #WorkforceDevelopment #CustomCollaborative #FashionIndustry #CommunityImpact #Innovation #MakeADifference 💬 What are your thoughts on the future of sustainable fashion? Let’s discuss! 🔗 Learn more about Custom Collaborative and their amazing work: [URL to the article or Custom Collaborative’s page] Together, we can make a lasting impact! 🌟💪

🌟 Welcome, Everyone! 👋 Let's Dive into Fabricaddicts' Vision! Our Mission? At Fabricaddicts, we're on a mission to empower aspiring women designers by revolutionizing the way they access materials. Our innovative project connects them with deadstock and leftover fabrics from established fashion brands, addressing the critical challenges young talents face today. Why is this Urgent? 🌐 Young Talents Lack Resources: Fabric comprises 60 to 70% of garment costs. Lack of resources hinders young female designers, pushing compromises on quality and ethics. Fabricaddicts offers an affordable and sustainable solution. 🌍 Environmental Impact: The fashion industry generates 40 million tons of textile waste yearly. Fabricaddicts addresses resource scarcity for young designers and contributes to reducing textile waste, fostering a sustainable industry. 👭 Who Are We? Fabricaddicts, five dynamic women from the Women@Dior Program's top 20 groups, dedicated to revolutionizing the fashion industry. Amani Mokadem Aurélia Vaillant Elena Bosisio Bernice Sun Milla Banti How & Where? Imagine an application that not only streamlines the purchase of high-quality materials but makes it efficient, accessible, and affordable. That's Fabricaddicts in a nutshell! Our dynamic team is passionately working on this transformative project. And guess where our journey begins? Paris—the fashion capital. 🚀 Why Paris? Paris, the heartbeat of fashion. Fabricaddicts focuses on Gen Z and fashion students of the capital. Our goal? To promote circular consumption, reduce textile waste, and create a community that fosters creativity and innovation. Join Us on This Journey! This is more than a project; it's a movement. Fabricaddicts invites you to be part of something revolutionary. Stay tuned for updates, sneak peeks, and the unveiling of our application.  Empower, Re-use, No waste, Create. #Fabricaddicts #EmpowerDesigners #SustainableFashion #CircularEconomy #FashionInnovation #ChristianDior #Entrepreneurs #Unesco #Sustainability 🌐🧵

Please do come and join us as the topics that we are focusing on are of such high importance. Redressing the huge imbalance that exists in the financial investment that Female Founded businesses receive in comparison to their male counterparts is urgently needed. And the conversation around how we can create a more sustainable model for the Fashion and Textile industries and have a positive impact on our planet has to continually be raised. I so hope to see you there! Karen Holden Anna Woods Nikita Jayasuriya Felicity Adams Andrea Miller #femalefounders #investinginthefuture #positiveimpact #futureoffashion

Victoria Prew has just announced a £10m raise for sustainable fashion brand, Hurr, and here’s why it speaks to the importance of a company having a high-profile founder👇🏼  1.⁠ ⁠How the press reported it - “Victoria Prew raises £10m”. Victoria is a high-profile founder. She’s of interest to any media being pitched the news. Press is people-led making it much easier to secure key titles because her name is attached to the story.  2.⁠ ⁠How people on social spoke about it.
 Any company announcement 99 times out of 100 is only shared by the people who are involved in your company, but 1 in 100 go further and are talked about by people who have nothing to do with your company. In this case, it was talked about on social because there’s an inspirational story to share - Victoria has previously spoken on the challenges of women raising VC funding and has now achieved a significant raise. 3.⁠ ⁠All this adds to increased exposure for the company through channels and stories that it would struggle to gain without a high-profile founder. To take it to the next level, Victoria could have been documenting the process of the raise on social - “Day 1 of trying to raise capital for Hurr when less than 2% of VC funding goes to female founders” - and taking people on social on the journey and then when the announcement is made that you’ve secured the raise, people will have felt they’ve seen the end of a hero’s journey story. I think Victoria is a really fascinating case of how to leverage a founder to help a company make more noise and gain more awareness 👏🏻

An inspiring panel at House of Commons yesterday, hosted by Fashion Roundtable ORG LTD, exploring the future of sustainable fashion. We all know things need to change, but sometimes it can all feel a bit overwhelming, so I asked a simple question: what can each of us do? One of the most direct replies was: stop buying so many new clothes. There are already enough clothes on the planet to dress the next six generations! Instead explore charity shops, think ‘vintage’, learn to mend and repair. When you buy, favour sustainable brands, with transparent credentials. In terms of pressure points, whether it is reducing the consumption of fast fashion or encouraging manufacturing back to the UK, the transition to a more sustainable future needs to be carefully managed. People’s jobs are at stake. But we need to explore ways of ensuring a thriving fashion industry, whilst reducing pollution and protecting worker rights. The panel offered great inspiration. 🛒Charity Super.Mkt is getting charity shops into spaces we’d never ordinarily never see them. They’re currently stationed at the iconic Fenwick on Bond Street. 🧵Thread Republic are weaving new skills into communities. People come together to sew, stitch, knit - bringing different generations together over a shared passion for fashion. Clare Press touched on some of the solutions, taken from her book, 'Wear Next'. I have no doubt her no-nonsense approach will make for a great read: https://lnkd.in/e2rssHbP Fashion Roundtable ORG LTD have met with industry leaders to outline the policy action needed in their report ‘Delivering a sector vision for the fashion industry’. Visit https://lnkd.in/esUcMgi4 to explore their work, and recommendations. #Fashion #FashionRoundtable #SocialImpact #Sustainability #SustainableFashion Tamara Cincik Maria Chenoweth Julia Roebuck John McNally MP Dominique Muller Junior Bishop

Transparency is a crucial aspect that consumers expect from fashion brands. It not only builds trust but also helps in creating a sustainable fashion industry. Here are some ways fashion brands can be more transparent: Supply Chain Transparency: Fashion brands should disclose information about their supply chain, including the origin of raw materials, manufacturing, and transportation. This information can be shared on the brand's website or on the product label. Labor Practices: Brands should ensure that their workers are working under humane conditions and are paid fairly for their work. Brands should also disclose information about where their products are made and the conditions in which they are made. Environmental Impact: Fashion brands should disclose information about their environmental impact, including their carbon footprint, water usage, and waste management. Brands can also take steps to reduce their environmental impact by using sustainable materials and reducing waste. Social Responsibility: Brands should take responsibility for their impact on society and take steps to improve it. Brands can partner with organizations that work towards social causes such as poverty alleviation, education, and gender equality. By being transparent, fashion brands can build customer loyalty and contribute towards a sustainable fashion industry. It's time for the fashion industry to take a step towards transparency and create a better future for all.

Artists are often the changemakers of this world – and we always go FIRST. The delightful Belinda Humphrey let me tag along to a screening of Fashion Reimagined last night at Palace Cinemas Kino which had a cheeky Q & A with some incredible women from the Aussie fashion industry. First of all, the film itself was STUNNING, tracking the journey of Mother of Pearl Creative Director, Amy Powney, on her quest to create a sustainable high fashion line called, ironically, No Frills. A few learnings... 👉 The lack of transparency in fashion supply chains means that many designers (or suppliers themselves) don't know where their materials actually come from. 👉 3 out of 5 garments end up in landfill within a year of purchase, which is a stat that boggled my mind. 👉 There are some amazing people out there fighting the good fight and making the system better (like GOTS), but we've got a long way to go, especially Down Under! After the screening, there was a panel discussion hosted by Jenna F. (from the Iconic Minimalist) featuring Rachel Reilly (National Manager, Ethical Clothing Australia), Marnie Goding (Brand Director & Co Founder, ELK) and Danielle Kent (Project Director of the National Clothing Stewardship Scheme, SEAMLESS). What I loved most is that these women didn't just wax poetic about how amazing the film was... they responded critically to its issues, sharing their lived experience and sparking new ideas we could all take home and implement. My favourite thought bubble: 💡 Don't just put the onus on the consumer – brands need to take full responsibility for every item they make, from creation to end of life. Lots to chew on and I highly recommend checking the doco out if you're interested in learning more 🎥 #fashionreimagined #sustainablefashion #changemakers

Touched Apparel addresses social responsibility through several key initiatives and practices: 1. Inclusivity and Diversity: Touched Apparel promotes inclusivity and diversity within its workforce and throughout its brand messaging. The company values and celebrates individuals from all backgrounds, genders, and identities. 2. Anti-Bullying Campaigns: Touched Apparel actively supports anti-bullying campaigns such as the Too Dope To Bully campaign. Through its initiatives, Touched Apparel advocates for kindness, acceptance, and support for those affected by bullying. 3. Ethical Sourcing: Touched Apparel prioritizes ethical sourcing practices, ensuring that its products are produced in a manner that respects workers' rights, promotes fair labor practices, and minimizes environmental impact. 4. Community Engagement: Touched Apparel engages with local communities through various outreach programs, sponsorships, and partnerships. The company actively seeks opportunities to give back and make a positive difference in the lives of others. 5. Environmental Sustainability: Touched Apparel is committed to reducing its environmental footprint by implementing sustainable practices throughout its operations. This includes using eco-friendly materials, reducing waste, and promoting recycling initiatives. 6. Employee Well-being: Touched Apparel prioritizes the well-being of its employees by providing a supportive work environment, promoting work-life balance, and offering opportunities for professional development and growth. 7. Transparency and Accountability: Touched Apparel maintains transparency and accountability in its social responsibility efforts by openly communicating its values, initiatives, progress, and areas for improvement to stakeholders. By integrating these practices into its operations and culture, Touched Apparel demonstrates its commitment to social responsibility and contributes to creating a more inclusive, sustainable, and compassionate world.

At Syaahi Uniforms we're not just in the business of fashion; we're in the business of co-creating beauty. Our journey transcends mere aesthetics—it's a harmonious blend of #feminine wisdom, #environmental stewardship, and #community care. Let's delve deeper into what sets us apart: 1. #Feminine Essence, Woven into Every #Thread: Our designs are more than garments; they're structures that honor the feminine spirit. Whether it's a flowing dress or a tailored blazer, each piece carries the essence of nurturing #strength & #grace 2. From Linear to #Organic: We've stepped off the conveyor belt of #fastfashion Instead, we listen to nature's rhythms—the rustle of leaves, the flow of rivers—and infuse them into our creations. Our #materials are sustainably sourced, and our processes embrace #circular design principles. 3. Empowering #Women Empowering #Communities: Women are at the heart of our inspiration. They care for #families communities, and the #Earth. By supporting #fairwages, safe working conditions, and local #artisans we uplift not just our brand but entire neighborhoods. 4. Co-Creators, Not Observers: We're not bystanders; we're active participants. As we stitch, dye, and weave, we recognize that we're part of a larger tapestry—a world that deserves our care. #Sustainability isn't a buzzword; it's our #commitment. 5. Join the Movement: When you wear #Syaahi you wear intention. You become part of a global shift toward #conscious fashion. Follow us on Instagram, connect on LinkedIn. Let's weave a more beautiful, sustainable future together. Syaahi Uniforms Where Threads Meet Purpose Remember, beauty isn't just skin deep—it's woven into the very fabric of #Syaahi #sustainablefashion #sdg12 #sdg2030 #sustainable #circular

Honored to Lead Syaahi Uniforms Where Beauty Meets Purpose I'm thrilled to share our journey—a fusion of #fashion #sustainability & #feminine wisdom. Our designs aren't just garments; they're structures woven with #care #intention #respect for our planet. Why Syaahi ? * We've shifted from linear to organic, embracing circular design principles. * Our commitment to fair wages and safe working conditions empowers women artisans. * Sustainability isn't a buzzword; it's our heartbeat. Join the Movement. *Explore our creations—each thread tells a story of co-creation with nature. *Follow Syaahi Uniforms on LinkedIn and Instagram. *Let's weave a more beautiful, sustainable world together. #sustainablefashion #sdg12 #sdg2030 #SyaahiUniforms #FashionWithPurpose #CircularEconomy #syaahi #pehnosahi #Berespectful_Beresponsible