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Lab-grown leather firm Faircraft raises $16M
The startup says it’s already working with major luxury brands and will use the investment to expand its science team and production capabilities.
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Wolverine World Wide debuts global innovation hub in Boston
The company is building out its corporate workspaces as a way to attract talent and encourage creativity as it goes through a strategic transformation.
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Fashion faced its share of shakeups in the first half of 2024, but few industries are more adept at reinvention or more suited to change.
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H&M, McKinsey execs to lead the former Renewcell
Jonatan Janmark was named CEO of the company, now called Circulose, and Helena Helmersson was appointed chair of the board.
By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Only 16% of global companies on track for 2050 net-zero goals: Accenture
“The fact that so few of the G2000 companies are on track to reach net-zero emissions is alarming,” the director of shareholder advocacy at Trillium Asset Management said.
By Lamar Johnson • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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5 ways the election will impact fashion
Once a new administration is in place, policy shifts and legislative changes may have wide-ranging impacts on the industry, both at home and abroad.
By Laurel Deppen , Lara Ewen • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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Deep DiveElection 2024: Harris, Trump present ‘diametrically opposed’ impacts on ESG
Morningstar Indexes' head of strategy said the election could have differing impacts on issues advocated by ESG investors, depending on which candidate is elected.
By Lamar Johnson , Zoya Mirza • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Goodwill, Reju partner on textile recycling project in North America
The textile-to-textile regeneration company, which recently opened a production plant in Germany, is looking to build one in the U.S.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Denim meets decarbonization: Levi’s unveils first climate transition plan
The denim manufacturer has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and reducing scope 3 emissions 42% by 2030.
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H&M releases selections from previous designer collaborations
Items from partnerships with Karl Lagerfeld, Mugler, Moschino and others will be available through the store’s pre-owned initiative.
By Lara Ewen • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Zara launches repair, resale and donation services in the US
The Inditex-owned company is positioning the program as a step toward its goal of achieving carbon neutral emissions by 2040.
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Gen Phoenix creates 2 new executive roles
The recycled leather company named a chief revenue officer and a chief strategy officer as it works to expand its market reach.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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Sway scaling compostable seaweed-based polybags with fashion brands
Prana, Faherty and other brands will begin using the bags to package items like shirts and shorts. California-based material innovation startup Sway says the next applications it’s eyeing include mailers and multilayer packaging.
By Maria Rachal • Updated Oct. 25, 2024 -
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Deep DiveWhy apparel companies embrace supplier scorecards
The tool can help build more transparent sourcing relationships and better measure supply chain metrics.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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EBay expands fashion circularity fund with $1.2M investment
Startups and small businesses can apply for financing to launch services like apparel rental and repair.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Guess launches recycling initiative with SuperCircle
The program, called Guess Again, allows customers to mail in textiles of any brand.
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Sustainable materials firm Modern Meadow names new CEO
David Williamson will take on the top spot after previously serving as president and COO.
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H&M to phase out new down fiber
The fast fashion company said it will only source feathers from post-consumer recycled sources.
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Q&AGen Phoenix wants to give new life to leather: Q&A
After collaborations with Coach and Dr. Martens, the recycled materials company hopes it can become a larger part of fashion brands’ materials.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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California passes Responsible Textile Recovery Act
SB 707, which makes apparel producers responsible for the recycle, reuse and collection of their products, marks the nation’s first extended producer responsibility program for textiles.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Polyester recycling firm Reju opens first facility
The plant in Frankfurt, Germany will produce approximately 1,000 metric tons of material using technology developed in partnership with IBM, Under Armour and Technip Energies.
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The North Face expands secondhand program
The brand’s Renewed program now allows customers to return used items online and in-store in exchange for credit.
By Lara Ewen • Updated Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Shein faces greenwashing investigation in Italy
The Italian Competition Authority is accusing the fast fashion giant of posting misleading sustainability claims on its website.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Secondhand fashion offers better quality than new: report
More than half of consumers surveyed for the 2024 OfferUp Recommerce Report said they planned to buy more preowned apparel over the next 12 months.
By Lara Ewen • Sept. 30, 2024 -
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Mara Hoffman debuts archival sale with Vestiaire
The sustainability-focused designer is selling more than 90 pieces from her now-paused brand in a partnership launched during Climate Week.
By Lara Ewen • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Fjällräven launches peer-to-peer resale marketplace
The Swedish outdoor clothing brand has tapped Archive to power the program, which will allow consumers to buy and sell bags, gear and apparel.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 26, 2024
