"Fashion Brands" News Archive

Acquired by VF Corp, the New Zealand-based outerwear brand Icebreaker and Timberland have united in a collaboration that flawlessly intertwines high performance with a minimal environmental footprint.

Increasing scrutiny on corporate sustainability claims and greenwashing regulations prompts divergent perspectives and calls for stricter enforcement, while companies are urged to enhance governance controls and procedures to verify sustainability claims.

Burberry partners with Vestiaire Collective to promote circular fashion by allowing customers to trade secondhand items for Burberry gift cards, reducing garment waste.

Textile EPR programs aim to reduce overproduction, drive innovation in recycling, and encourage higher-quality goods, with associated fees passed on to consumers, as Madewell, Levi’s and H&M’s resale initiatives are insufficient in addressing the waste challenge.

This capital infusion will serve as a catalyst for the implementation of Unspun's groundbreaking 3D weaving technology, known as Vega. With the fashion industry's supply chain in its crosshairs, Vega is poised to revolutionize the way garments are produced.

WRAP's innovative Circular Design Toolkit is poised to revolutionize the textile industry by addressing its environmental impact and emphasizing the pivotal role of sustainable design in reducing carbon footprints.

The company has partnered with Coats Digital to enhance its supplier network and streamline sourcing processes for improved efficiency and transparency.

Aligning with the Responsible Wool Standard, Nike's commitment to eliminating wool production involving animal cruelty has been praised by Four Paws, with over 350 other brands joining in adopting anti-mulesing policies.

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Primark commits to reducing GHG emissions by 30% and addresses emissions throughout its value chain while prioritizing shipping over air freighting.