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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.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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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 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.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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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.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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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.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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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.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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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.
By Lara Ewen • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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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 -
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Kangaroo leather ban introduced in US Senate
The material is especially popular in high-end soccer cleats from brands such as Adidas.
By Lara Ewen • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Major fashion brands still rely on synthetic fibers: report
Many companies are increasing their use of polyester despite new regulations pushing for more sustainability in fashion, according to nonprofit Changing Markets Foundation.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 17, 2024 -
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New York State Fashion Innovation Center to launch new grants for textile innovation
The program is targeting startups, small businesses, farmers and researchers working to boost the state’s farm-to-fashion ecosystem.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Deep DiveDe minimis: Helping or hurting U.S. manufacturers?
While groups like the National Association of Manufacturers claim the exemption benefits domestic production, others say it erodes the U.S. industry’s competitive edge and forces factory closures.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Archive, brand partners launch Second Hand September promotions
The resale technology platform and brands such as Diane von Furstenberg, Ulla Johnson, and Dr. Martens will organize events for activations and styling.
By Lara Ewen • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Steve Madden offers e-commerce credit for recycling old apparel, footwear
The brand has partnered with Trashie on a recycling and take-back program.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 11, 2024
