David Shah, a renowned trend forecaster, painted a challenging yet hopeful picture for the textile industry, particularly in swimwear and activewear, at the Mare di Moda fair, held from November 5 to 7 at the Paris des Festivals in Cannes, France. He began his seminar with a powerful statement which stated “I’ve been in this […]
Following a global campaign by animal rights groups, the Italian luxury brand Max Mara has confirmed that it has gone fur-free. This decision comes after an 18-month-long campaign led by individual activists, the Coalition to Abolish the Fur Trade (CAFT), and the Fur Free Alliance, which mounted significant pressure on the fashion giant. For some […]
Seattle-based NGO Upaya Social Ventures has announced its investment in Ecoright, a unique sustainable fashion and ethical lifestyle brand based in Gujarat, India. Upaya leverages its philanthropic funding to provide dignified jobs for people living in extreme poverty. Since its inception in 2011, Upaya has invested in 41 companies and is reported to have created […]
