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Beyond Zero Emissions, Burberry Pledges to be Climate Positive by 2040
With its plans approved by SBTi, Burberry becomes the first luxury brand to commit to being Climate Positive by 2040, including actions beyond its value chain.
Vicuña Wool Fabrics from Argentina Arrive at Paris Fashion Week
This unique initiative unites the millenary practice of vicuña wool weaving with the most disruptive technologies in the market.
Transforming Textile-to-Textile Recycled Fibers into Luxurious Naia Renew Yarns
Renewcell partners with Eastman to pioneer Naia Renew ES yarns, incorporating 100% recycled Circulose textile raw material in sustainable textile innovation.
Athleta Partners with Ambercycle's Cycora to Revolutionize Performance Apparel Sustainability
Athleta leads sustainable fashion by integrating Ambercycle's Cycora, aligning with its mission-driven ethos and B Corp certification to reduce environmental impact.
Spinnova Secures Business Finland R&D Grant to Advance SPINNOVA® Fiber Development
Spinnova secures a EUR 1.9 million grant from Business Finland to advance its SPINNOVA® fiber project, aiming to pioneer pilot-scale production from textile and agricultural waste streams.
Balenciaga’s New “Leather” Coat is Made from Mushrooms
The fashion house belonging to the Kering group incorporates replacing leather with mycelium at a time when the industry is increasingly researching sustainable and alternative materials.
Pangaia and Natural Fiber Welding Join Forces to Create Plant-Based Leather Fashion
Pangaia and Natural Fiber Welding (NFW) have teamed up to develop the world's first MIRUM®-based garment, the Pangaia Air Gilet.
VF Corp Launches CTI Fashion Initiative for Circular Economy in Fashion and Textiles
Known for brands like The North Face, Timberland, and Vans, VF Corp has partnered with WBCSD and Deloitte Switzerland to launch the CTI Fashion Initiative.
Christy Dawn’s Revolutionary Farm-to-Closet Initiative
With a mission to provide the fashion industry as a whole with a blueprint for the future of sustainable fiber production, Christy Dawn is raising awareness of how successful the movement can really be.
Loewe Reinvents its Iconic Handbag with Recycled Leather Scraps
The prominent Spanish fashion house has reinvented its braided handbag as part of its “Surplus Project” initiative.
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Self Portrait: Affordable Sustainability that Sees the Red Carpet
Creating accessible fashion that is also seen on the red carpet, Self Portrait is joining the industry in its efforts to support a circular economy.
Uniqlo Elevates Sustainable Fashion Through Innovative Partnership with FIT
Uniqlo partners with FIT to launch the Re.Live collection, an innovative upcycling initiative featuring 11 pieces, born from the Re.Uniqlo program that transforms non-sellable and non-wearable Uniqlo products.
Stella McCartney Fall 2022 Proves Sustainability is the New Chic
Stella McCartney’s pre-fall collection is a joyous culmination of bold tailoring, glittering evening wear, chic accessories – and is kind to the planet.