Why sustainable fashion needs to prioritize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Fashion and exclusivity are concepts that go hand and hand. But can a sustainable and ethical brand really be “exclusive”?
Have We Learned from the Rana Plaza Disaster?
On April 24, 2013, the “deadliest nondeliberate structural failure accident in modern human history” took place (Dhaka garment factory collapse, 2022). The collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Dhaka, Bangladesh remains the “deadliest garment-factory disaster in history” (Hoskins, 2013). Every year this catastrophic event reminds the world of the impacts of our fashion choices …
Basics of Sustainable Fashion
Sustainable fashion is an incredibly important and complex topic. This subject has become even more pressing in the past few years with the increasing threat of climate change. With a limited amount of time left to mitigate the intensity of adverse climate effects, there has been increased consumer interest and demand for sustainable and ethical …
Examining Fashion Week: Necessary or Nuanced
What is fashion week? Fashion week is a grandiose affair that ushers in crowds and excitement with displays of luxury, extravagance, and opulence. This complex and star-studded affair brings together fashion designers, models, celebrities, influencers, journalists, and potential customers keen on witnessing the glamor of beautiful and artistic fashion. Fashion week is held twice a …
Greenwashing
What is greenwashing? Greenwashing is deliberately embellishing or lying about the environmental benefits of products or services without substantiated proof. Companies that use greenwashing tactics are hoping to appeal to eco-conscious consumers to attract more sales and profits. Greenwashing occurs when there is a mismatch between what a brand says and what they do. Greenwashing …
5 ways the pandemic shifted the fashion industry
The pandemic forced the fashion industry to change almost overnight. Here are 5 key things brands need to keep in mind to stay successful.