Virgio, a sustainable apparel brand, has collaborated with the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend & Awards 2025 as its Sustainable Fashion Partner, keeping with the event’s long-standing environmental commitment. The 25th anniversary edition of the IIFA Weekend & Awards, taking place in the culturally rich city of Jaipur, Rajasthan, will have a strong emphasis […]
The Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) has called on the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to resolve restrictions on U.S. exports of worn clothing. SMART emphasized that an increasing number of countries are restricting or outright banning these essential exports. This behavior harms not only the US textile recycling industry but also the global […]
The Saudi Arabia Fashion Commission (FC) and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) have established a new partnership to promote innovation and sustainability in the Saudi fashion industry. This association is motivated by the FC’s strategic goals of teaching local designers, strengthening the fashion ecosystem, and protecting cultural heritage. The cornerstone of this partnership is […]
Cascale, previously the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, has released the most recent creation of the Higg Brand and Retail Module (BRM), reaffirming its commitment to improving sustainability assessment tools for the fashion industry. The Higg BRM, which is part of the larger Higg Index package, is intended to assist brands and retailers in evaluating their ESG […]
Kimberly-Clark (K-C), a global giant behind household names like Kleenex and Scott, is making significant strides in its sustainability journey with a new partnership and virtual solar power purchase agreements (vPPAs) across Italy and Spain. This initiative promises to significantly reduce the company’s carbon footprint and drive the production of more environmentally friendly products. The […]
SWE-S has launched Treadfine Productions, a new business committed to making high-quality, sustainably made hosiery, as a part of its efforts to steer the fashion sector toward a more sustainable future. The fashion industry is dealing with the environmental impact of rapid fashion, particularly the proliferation of “throwaway” hosiery made of synthetic fibers. Recognizing this […]
Lenzing Group, a major provider of regenerated cellulose fibers for the textile and nonwoven sectors welcomes the European Commission’s Clean Industrial Deal, which seeks to create a sustainable, climate-neutral, and competitive economy. On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in Antwerp, Belgium, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen spoke about the project with 400 business executives, including […]
In a move to harmonize cultural heritage with modern sustainability, UNESCO has launched the “ICH as Fashion” initiative, placing a strong emphasis on sustainable fashion practices. This initiative aims to connect intangible cultural heritage (ICH) with the global fashion industry, promoting environmentally and socially responsible approaches. The Chuxiong Municipal Government and the UNESCO Regional Office […]
The fashion industry, long criticized for its environmental impact, is witnessing a wave of innovation aimed at creating a more sustainable future. Among these advancements, ECOHUES™ waterless dyeing technology stands out as a game-changer, promising to drastically reduce water consumption and chemical waste. ECOHUES™ deviates from traditional dyeing processes by utilizing a recyclable, non-aqueous solvent […]
Chemical management specialist Oeko-Tex has collaborated with traceability technology provider SPOOR to create a new transparency platform for the leather industry. By means of this collaboration, the two organizations will advance a data-driven methodology that permits complete leather product traceability down to the specific animal farm, establishing a new worldwide benchmark for ethical sourcing. This […]
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. made its London Fashion Week debut alongside British luxury brand E.L.V. DENIM, showcasing a powerful collaboration focused on sustainability and responsible consumption. E.L.V. DENIM’s inaugural presentation, titled “The Journey,” featured a full ready-to-wear collection crafted entirely from 100% upcycled materials, marking a significant milestone for the brand. The show, set against […]
The Department of Textiles of Meghalaya has received a special award under the Textiles Sustainability Awards from the Confederation of Indian Textile Industries (CITI). The Department of Textiles hosted the Bharat Tex 2025 Global Textiles Expo at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, and the recognition took place on the last day of the event. Pabitra […]
During a press conference at the Islamic Arts Biennale, the Saudi Fashion Commission announced its most recent sustainable initiative, the Sustainable Ihram initiative, focusing on recycling Ihram garments to create eco-friendly attire. The initiative aims to recycle Ihram clothing by collecting, sorting, and repurposing pilgrims’ textile waste to make new, sustainable Ihram attire. The Fashion Commission launched […]
With the European Commission’s (EC) approval, the French government has introduced € 500 million (US $ 516 million) chemical recycling program to promote the circular economy in the textile and plastic industries. The goal of the French government’s initiative is to encourage the chemical recycling of some types of plastic trash, including containers, film-based wrapping […]
COS, a London-based fashion brand owned by the H&M Group, has revealed its first limited-edition denim capsule collection made up of 20% pre-loved Cos clothing. COS REMADE introduced the brand’s first denim capsule, comprising five versatile womenswear styles crafted from 20% collected, pre-loved cotton pieces by COS. The limited-edition collection gives fibres renewed purpose, reimagining […]
Nairobi Fashion Week 2025, one of East Africa’s most significant fashion events, has prioritized regenerative fashion, emphasizing the industry’s critical need for sustainability and environmental responsibility. This year’s topic, “Regenerating Fashion: A New Era of Responsibility,” enthralled audiences both domestically and internationally by providing an insight into the direction of fashion from the perspectives of […]
The third International Day of Zero Waste, organised by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), will take place on March 30, 2025. This year’s topic, “Towards Zero Waste in Fashion and Textiles,” emphasizes the critical role of the rapidly expanding fashion and textiles sector in combating the […]
Japanese biotech company Spiber Inc. is revolutionizing the textile industry with Brewed Protein™ fiber, an innovative biofabricated material made through fermentation. Spiber’s Brewed Protein™ material platform, inspired by nature’s diversity and circularity, aims to create novel solutions for sustainable well-being. Spiber uses precision fermentation to manufacture proteins at the molecular level, producing flexible materials that may be adapted […]
Following its impactful debut in 2024, BharatTex 2025 returns on a grander scale, covering the entire textile value chain. As the Indian textile industry pushes towards its ambitious USD 300 billion target by 2030, Birla Cellulose, the fibre business of the Aditya Birla Group, is set to make a significant impact with its latest innovations […]
In a major move toward sustainability, Gore-Tex, a well-known brand in high-performance outdoor clothing, is testing a new online repair service in the UK. By extending the lifespan of Gore-Tex items, this program hopes to cut down on textile waste and promote a move away from throwaway fashion. Gore-Tex is giving clients immediate access to […]
Amy Powney, a pioneer in sustainable fashion, has resigned from her position as creative director of Mother of Pearl, a British brand, to start a new label called Akyn, which will make its debut in May. The change brings an end to Powney’s ten years as Mother of Pearl’s creative director, during which she incorporated […]
To support the textile and garment industry in meeting the EU’s updated sustainability regulations, Swiss testing firm TESTEX has partnered with supply chain specialists FutureWear Group to introduce a certification program. This initiative, known as the TESTEX Academy, is designed to equip business leaders with the expertise needed to navigate evolving regulatory landscapes. The Academy’s […]
The Royal Group of Abu Dhabi has taken up the majority of the fashion label Pangaia. The transaction’s financial information was kept secret. Pangaia, a London-based company, creates eco-friendly apparel from recycled and organic materials and sells it mostly online. Its apparel and accessories are made from next-generation materials, such as Frutfiber, a cotton substitute, […]
Shein, a global online fashion retailer, announced the launch of the Shein Foundation, a new philanthropic arm dedicated to creating inclusive and sustainable communities. In celebration of its debut, the foundation has donated €5 million (US$5.3 million) to the Africa Collect Textiles (ACT) Foundation, which will fund a pilot project in Kenya that aims to […]
Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and Deloitte Global have established a strategic Knowledge Collaboration to help set the global agenda on sustainability in fashion. The organizations expect that the partnership will accelerate efforts to improve the industry and create an environment that is conducive to change. The fashion and textile industries face numerous sustainability challenges. GFA […]
Jiwya, a sustainable fashion brand has launched a new collection made from 100 percent plant-based materials titled Rivayat. In line with its dedication to sustainability, Jiwya’s new collection showcases over 100 Indigenous art techniques, such as handwoven textiles, detailed hand embroidery, hand block printing, and hand painting. Every piece is crafted for versatility, offering custom […]
Ambercycle, a material science innovator, has partnered strategically with the Benma Group to expand the production of circular polyester fiber. The Chinese company and Ambercycle will increase the manufacturing of cycora fibers, which are made from recycled polyester, as a result of their new collaboration. By collaborating with the Chinese business, Ambercycle is able to […]
The Madhya Pradesh Textile Mills Association has proposed measures to make the upcoming PM MITRA Park in Dhar district more appealing for industrial investment as well as sustainable development. The association has urged to incorporate renewable energy sources like solar or wind power to make the park eco-friendly and self-sustaining. They advocate for systems to […]
Smartex has released the second edition of its Modern Textile Factory (MTF) Report, The Textile Data Highway [1]. The report delves into how a seamless data highway is transforming textile supply chains by leveraging high-quality, communicable, and actionable data to optimize operations, enhance product quality, and drive sustainability. The report highlights the importance of resource […]
Teijin Limited has announced an investment in Circularise B.V., a company based in The Hague, Netherlands, that develops product traceability management systems using blockchain technology. This strategic move will see Teijin implementing Circularise’s software to enhance visibility into its global supply chain. Circularise’s proprietary “Smart Questioning” solution utilizes Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) technology, providing both anonymity […]
Mellowdrama, a womenswear company, has experimented with innovative ways to repurpose fabric waste for its new ready-to-wear collection ‘AlterEgo’. It is inspired by ideals of uniqueness and self-expression which is intended to promote sustainable production. Designer and entrepreneur, Aaina Mahajan founded Mellowdrama as a ready-to-wear label that emphasizes “bold yet comfortable fashion.” Sustainability takes center […]
On 10 and 11 September 2025, the 5th edition of Circular Textile Days will take place, under the theme “Transforming Mindsets: Embracing Circular Business Models in Textiles”. Circular Textile Days is a business event that provides an excellent opportunity to meet new partners in the sustainable textile market, as well as find and debate innovative […]
Stand.earth’s latest report “Fracked Fashion” [1], highlights how the fashion industry contributes to the fracking-derived petrochemical sector through its use of virgin polyester. The report reveals that over 100 fashion brands, including major names like H&M, Puma, and Adidas, have supply chains linked to oil and gas fracking in the Permian Basin in Texas. The […]
Public Eye has unveiled a comprehensive report, One-Earth Fashion [1], outlining 33 measurable targets aimed at reforming the global fashion system by 2030. The report identifies 12 key areas for transformation, including overproduction, greenhouse gas emissions, waste, and workers’ rights. The report sets ambitious goals, such as reducing the use of virgin materials by 40%, […]
Hugo Boss, a German fashion firm, has officially established Eightyards, an independent company dedicated to recycling and reusing surplus materials from the firm’s additional resources. Eightyards will formally start operations in January 2025 and has been designed to be strategically aligned with Hugo Boss’s comprehensive commitment to environmentally and resource-friendly production processes. Eightyards will be […]
Systemiq Ltd. has released an in-depth study outlining a roadmap to transition the US PET packaging [1] and polyester textile industries from linear, single-use systems to circular frameworks by 2040. This transformation aims to halve waste and create 46,000 new jobs in the US. The report, titled Transforming PET Packaging and Textiles in the United […]
‘This is free fashion’ is a new Dutch fashion brand that provides free clothes through pop-up shops set up in various cities of Dutch. This is Free Fashion is supported by funding from several towns and operates with the help of volunteers, but it also generates revenue through a crowdfunding platform called Steunactie. The firm’s goal […]
Marks & Spencer (M&S) is launching significant price reductions in its international stores as part of a bold strategy to revitalise its overseas business.Highlighting markets like Singapore, where M&S prices often exceed competitors’ by over double, CEO Stuart Machin emphasised the urgent need to close the pricing gap, calling it critical to the brand’s survival […]
In the fashion industry, sustainability is becoming a popular choice and a vital necessity. More well-known large brands are making obvious attempts to implement sustainable practices, and many new sustainable brands are emerging as a result of the growing demand and awareness for long-lasting and sustainable apparel. One of the companies setting the standard for […]
Textile researchers from Scotland’s Heriot-Watt University, led by Dr. Lisa Macintyre, have developed a visual fibre fragmentation scale [1]—the world’s first textile grading system of its kind aimed at fighting microplastic pollution in the fashion industry. The new grading system is the result of four years of research. The five-point scale assesses the volume of […]
Green Theme Technologies (GTT) and Golden Long John have partnered to integrate [1] cleaner and more efficient fabric dye and finishing technologies, as part of the efforts towards sustainable textile production. This collaboration aims to address the environmental impact of traditional textile manufacturing, which generates trillions of gallons of wastewater each year. GTT, known for […]
On Thursday, October 24, a US judge denied Tapestry’s attempt to acquire competitor Capri Holdings, citing “loss of head-to-head competition” as the reason. With the termination of Tapestry’s $8.5 billion deal to acquire Capri Holdings, the owner of Michael Kors is on its own to turn around the beleaguered brand. John D. Idol, the Company’s Chairman […]
H&M Group is partnering with Lightsource BP to construct a large-scale solar farm in Texas, USA, as part of their climate goals. The fashion giant has signed a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with global solar leader Lightsource BP for a 125 MW Second Division solar project, which will play a significant role in reducing […]
According to the Ministry of Industry and Transport, the Egyptian Ministries of Agriculture and Industry have signed an agreement with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to launch the second phase of the Egyptian Cotton Project.The second phase aims to solidify the Egyptian cotton value chain’s environmental, economic, and social sustainability by boosting cotton […]
Over the next few years, Rieter, the Swiss leader in staple fibre yarn spinning technology, plans to establish cotton transformation plants across Africa, targeting a production volume of around 500,000 metric tonnes. This initiative is expected to create nearly half a million job opportunities.In partnership with Arise IIP and the African Export-Import Bank, Rieter will […]
Sae-A Trading, the global clothing manufacturer, has joined the Fashion Forever Green Pact, a global FSC initiative that unites fashion leaders in fostering sustainable forest management. As a voluntary participant, Sae-A Trading aligns with this industry-wide effort to protect forests and promote responsible materials sourcing.The Fashion Forever Green Pact promotes apparel companies using forest-based materials […]
Birla Cellulose—the cellulosic fibres arm of the Aditya Birla Group and a global leader in Man-Made Cellulosic Fibres (MMCF)—has joined hands with Circ, a US-based innovator in textile-to-textile recycling, for a long-term partnership focused on promoting the adoption rate of recycled fibres in the textile industry.According to the terms of the partnership, around 5000 tons […]
Textile finishing is among the most resource-intensive phases of production, heavily impacting water and energy usage and carbon emissions, making it a critical challenge for sustainability in the textile industry. Process automation has become essential to overcoming these issues, and ELIAR, with over 40 years of expertise, is at the forefront, providing advanced solutions that […]
Zara, the fashion retail subsidiary of the Spanish multinational fashion giant Inditex, marked its first expansion outside Europe through an initiative focused on furthering its circularity in the US. Initially launched across 16 countries, including Italy, the U.K., and France, the platform will now be accessible throughout the US using Zara’s website, app and physical […]
Envalior, a global leader in sustainable high-performance engineering materials, has announced its new Sustainability Ambitions and its commitment to the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. These efforts are central to the company’s strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and expand its circular portfolio.Envalior’s key sustainability goals include achieving 100% renewable […]
In a move to encourage sustainable fashion, Primark has partnered with the prominent environmental action charity, WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme). The three-year collaboration will focus on inventing innovative techniques that help reduce textile waste, a rising concern in the fashion industry. As part of this partnership, Behaviour Change, a subsidiary of WRAP with […]
A 5% drop in quarterly sales may not derail LVMH’s annual revenue, but for a luxury bellwether like this, stagnation in its fashion and accessories division signals broader industry challenges. LVMH, known for its resilience during economic downturns and consistent outperformance, now faces headwinds beyond mere sales numbers.Historically, LVMH has defied industry trends, driving growth […]
CEOs from several Belgian fashion companies have travelled to Ghana to gain a deeper understanding of the textile waste crisis. During the visit, they signed a charter committing to a more responsible fashion industry, according to Flanders DC, the Flemish Design and Fashion Centre.The delegation included a mix of both small and large companies, such […]
eBay Inc. has announced the global expansion of its Circular Fashion Fund (CFF), aimed at supporting fashion start-ups focused on circular solutions such as rental and repair services. Applications are open until 15 November 2024, with eligible tech start-ups and small businesses invited to apply via eBay’s website.Originally launched in the UK in 2022, the […]
Re-Matters Textile Recycling Solutions is expanding its circular solutions network through a strategic partnership with COLOURizd, a sustainable textile colouration technology firm. The collaboration will promote QuantumCOLOUR, a process that colours recycled materials without bleaching or colour removal, preserving fibre integrity while enhancing yarn properties like strength, reduced pilling, and decreased hairiness. Remarkably, it uses […]
Ahead of the 2026 implementation of the EU’s Collective System of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for textiles and footwear, known as SCRAP, the Spanish Association for the Management of Textile Waste, the Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces (FEMP), and several leading fashion brands have joined forces to tackle textile waste.In a recent announcement, they […]
To accelerate the development of a sustainable and resource-efficient cellulose fibre for textile and nonwoven applications, Austria’s Lenzing Group has invested in the Swedish fibre firm, TreeToTextile. This new fibre aims to significantly reduce the environmental footprint of the industry while offering an alternative to cotton.TreeToTextile’s mission is to develop and commercialise a renewable cellulose […]
CottonConnect and the Cotton Egypt Association (CEA) have announced a long-term partnership to expand regenerative cotton initiatives across Egypt. The collaboration aims to provide cotton producers with the knowledge and tools to adopt regenerative farming practices, promoting sustainable agriculture. CEA, a non-profit organisation, is committed to protecting and enhancing the value of the Egyptian Cotton™ […]
Matter, a British climate tech company, has partnered with Paradise Textiles, the material science and innovation hub of the Alpine Group, to launch the world’s first microfibre filter designed specifically for textile manufacturers. This innovative technology, known as Regen for Textile Production, aims to combat the pressing issue of global microfiber contamination, setting a new […]
