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Timberland and Icebreaker Collaborate to Redefine Wool-Inspired Fashion
Sustainable Materials
Sustainable Supply Chains

Timberland and Icebreaker Collaborate to Redefine Wool-Inspired Fashion

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.
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|June 6th, 2023|9:04 AM
Kering Group Announces Ban on Angora Fur in Luxury Fashion
Ethical Consumerism

Kering Group Announces Ban on Angora Fur in Luxury Fashion

Kering Group, a leading luxury fashion conglomerate with brands like Yves Saint Laurent and Gucci, aligns with industry leaders in animal welfare by pledging to remove angora materials from its products.
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|January 17th, 2024|10:14 AM
Groundbreaking Animal Welfare Enhancements Revealed by Leaked EU Draft
Sustainability Governance

Groundbreaking Animal Welfare Enhancements Revealed by Leaked EU Draft

Leaked EU Impact Assessment reveals a commitment to global animal protection leadership, with proposed measures based on scientific evidence and citizen demands for sustainable food production and improved welfare.
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|May 30th, 2023|7:17 AM
PETA Urges Forever 21 to Embrace Ethical Fashion Practices Amid Mislabeling Controversy
Sustainability Standards News

PETA Urges Forever 21 to Embrace Ethical Fashion Practices Amid Mislabeling Controversy

PETA has accused Forever 21 mislabeling real feather products as faux, urging corrective action in a sternly worded letter to CEO Winnie Park.
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|December 12th, 2023|10:54 AM
Nike Commits to the Responsible Wool Standard
Sustainable Materials

Nike Commits to the Responsible Wool Standard

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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|June 23rd, 2023|1:59 PM
TômTex Secures $2.25 Million in Seed Funding, Surpassing $4.15 Million Total Raise
Sustainable Materials

TômTex Secures $2.25 Million in Seed Funding, Surpassing $4.15 Million Total Raise

TômTex, a sustainable biomaterial producer, has secured $2.25 million in a seed round led by Happiness Capital, with participation from prominent climate-tech venture firms, marking a significant milestone for the visionary founder Uyen Tran.
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|November 28th, 2023|12:39 PM
Fendi's Collaboration to Create Lab-Grown Fur
Sustainable Suppliers News

Fendi's Collaboration to Create Lab-Grown Fur

Luxury fashion house Fendi, part of LVMH, wants a sustainable alternative to fur. Researchers from Imperial and Central Saint Martins are on the case.
FENDIFENDI
|August 22nd, 2022|5:36 PM
The Most Sustainable Apparel Brands Using Alpaca Fabric
Ethical Consumerism

The Most Sustainable Apparel Brands Using Alpaca Fabric

Alpaca wool clothing brands epitomize sustainability, each adopting distinct approaches to minimize environmental footprints and maintain ethical standards. Let's delve into the unique practices of each brand to uncover more about their commitment to a greener and more conscientious fashion industry.
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|January 16th, 2024|3:30 PM
Nike and Levi's Recognized for Responsible Wool Sourcing Methods
Sustainable Suppliers News

Nike and Levi's Recognized for Responsible Wool Sourcing Methods

Levi Strauss & Co,Nike, Adidas, and VF Corp, are strengthening their commitments to phase out mulesing through the “Better Wool Guide”.
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|July 11th, 2023|4:40 PM
H&M Launches Vegan Collection Endorsed by Peta
Sustainable Supply Chains

H&M Launches Vegan Collection Endorsed by Peta

As one of the world’s largest standing retailers, can a major brand like H&M redeem itself when it comes to its ethical clothing lines?
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 6th, 2021|8:12 PM