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Burberry Partners with Vestiaire Collective to Promote Circular Fashion

Burberry Partners with Vestiaire Collective to Promote Circular Fashion

Burberry partners with Vestiaire Collective to promote circular fashion by allowing customers to trade secondhand items for Burberry gift cards, reducing garment waste.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|October 31st, 2023|12:25 PM
This Everlane Bra Has Shoppers Raving: Here's Why

This Everlane Bra Has Shoppers Raving: Here's Why

Here's why shoppers are going wild for the Everlane Invisible Bra.
EVERLANEEVERLANE
|September 2nd, 2022|11:11 AM
Key Challenges in Achieving Supply Chain Transparency in Fashion

Key Challenges in Achieving Supply Chain Transparency in Fashion

Explore the crucial topics and political landscape impacting the fashion industry at the United States Fashion Industry Association's Trade Symposium in Washington DC on July 17th.
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|May 14th, 2024|2:49 PM
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol triples its grower membership in three years, with 975 growers on 1.7 million acres, highlighting its dedication to sustainability in the industry.
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|February 14th, 2024|4:13 PM
Former Under Armour CEO Leads New Venture Reju, to Enhance PET Recycling

Former Under Armour CEO Leads New Venture Reju, to Enhance PET Recycling

Paris-based Technip Energies partners with Under Armour and IBM to launch Reju, a cutting-edge PET recycling company, addressing the growing demand for recycled polyethylene terephthalate in textiles.
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|November 16th, 2023|1:05 PM
Why Science-Based Targets for Fashion Companies Are Here to Stay

Why Science-Based Targets for Fashion Companies Are Here to Stay

Implemented by LVMH, Kering, and H&M, The Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) unveils groundbreaking targets to emphasize the urgency of biodiversity conservation and nature-based climate solutions.
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|May 24th, 2023|1:50 PM
DNA Tracking Technology: Revolutionising Transparency in the Apparel Industry
Apparel & Textiles
Technology & Software

DNA Tracking Technology: Revolutionising Transparency in the Apparel Industry

The apparel industry, long criticized for its opaque supply chains, may be on the brink of transformation through the adoption of DNA-based tracking. As stakeholders increasingly demand proof of ethical practices, sustainability, and authenticity, DNA technology offers a sophisticated and virtually tamper-proof solution for ensuring transparency, countering counterfeit goods, and strengthening quality control measures.
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|November 15th, 2024|9:33 AM
Desigual is to Reach 73% in Recycled Garments in 2023

Desigual is to Reach 73% in Recycled Garments in 2023

For a garment to be classified as recycled, it must have a minimum of 30% recycled materials, and 20% in the case of cotton.
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|January 12th, 2023|4:23 PM
The Dangers of Microfibers in the Textile Industry

The Dangers of Microfibers in the Textile Industry

Unlike other sectors, which are in the process of changing to combat microplastics, fashion is still not doing enough to control microfiber pollution. Learn what the adidas, the North Face, and C&A are doing about it.
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|May 25th, 2023|10:54 AM
Nike Commits to the Responsible Wool Standard

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