Can buying used clothes really change the fashion industry? by Anushree Singh WHY THIS MATTERS? The fashion industry produces over 100 billion garments every year (UNEP, 2023) Many are worn only a few times before being discarded (Ellen MacArthur Foundation, 2017). As clothing consumption rises, so does textile waste. According to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, … Read more

By Pamela Vanessa Meixueiro Aguilar Within the activewear industry, consumers are looking for more sustainable, high-performance textiles without sacrificing aesthetics. Among the materials gaining attention is wool and more specifically, Merino wool, a natural fiber obtained from Merino sheep, with Australia being the world’s largest producer. While traditionally associated with luxury or cold-weather fashion, this … Read more

By Anushree Singh Imagine spending a significant amount of money on an outfit for a wedding, graduation, or special event, only for it to sit untouched in your wardrobe afterward. In an era where social media encourages fresh looks for every occasion, many consumers are questioning whether ownership is always necessary. As concerns about fashion … Read more

By Joohyun Oh What Sustainability Means Sustainability is more than a trend, it is a responsibility. According to myclimate.org, it involves using the Earth’s limited resources such as raw materials, energy, and human labour responsibly, ensuring they can be maintained over time rather than being used up. At its core, sustainability is about being mindful of … Read more

Dear Fashion Change-Makers, Sustainable Seekers, and Conscious Consumers, A digital earthquake just shook the fashion world, and as citizens of a planet under pressure, we cannot look away. It is officially confirmed: SHEIN, the undisputed titan of ultra-fast fashion, has acquired Everlane, the pioneer of “Radical Transparency” and ethical basics, in a jaw-dropping $100 million … Read more

By Pamela Vanessa Meixueiro Aguilar Circularity is the process of returning to the same point, whereas in a linear system, there is a clear beginning and end to the lifecycle of a product. In fashion, circularity can be divided into two general ideas. The first one is circular fashion, which refers to products being used … Read more

By Pamela Vanessa Meixueiro Aguilar Microplastics are widely recognized pollutants that have infiltrated water, soil, and air. They are highly persistent and degrade very slowly, causing long-term contamination. A significant portion of these particles comes from synthetic textiles, representing 35% of the total volume of microplastics released into the environment. These fibers are mainly derived … Read more

By Pamela Vanessa Meixueiro Aguilar Cotton is one of the most widely used fibers in the fashion industry, taking part in the composition for approximately half of all garments produced globally. Its popularity lies in its breathability and comfort, qualities that make it ideal for everyday wear. Because it is plant-based, cotton is often thought … Read more

By Carla Möller At just 10 years old, Max Alexander has done something many established designers spend decades trying to achieve: he has reimagined what a fashion show can stand for. As the youngest designer ever to present a collection at Paris Fashion Week, Max didn’t simply showcase beautiful garments. Instead, he used the world’s … Read more

By Nadine Mneimneh The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organisation that works with governments, businesses, and civil society to promote responsible economic growth, sustainable development, and improved social and environmental standards worldwide. Within this mandate, the OECD developed guidance to help companies identify, prevent, and address risks in their global … Read more