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Mexico Reimagines the Trade Show by Adding Artisans, Removing Cultural Appropriation
"The industry knows well that by taking a design, industrially reproducing and branding it does not pay…
The Fashion and Race Database Wants to Correct the Mis-Education of Fashion
The aim is to re-educate fashion and tell all of the industry's truths and histories — not just the…
Virtual Pitch Competition Offers Funding Lifeline for Ethical Businesses
Ethical businesses compete for a $10,000 in grant funding, as part of a series from nonprofit Retailers…
Vivienne Westwood Joins Letters to the Earth Project With Laura Whitmore
The latest project aims to inspire people everywhere to add their voice in a global call for ambitious…
From Megan Fox to Molly-Mae: Fast-fashion ‘Seal of Approval’ Sparks Ethical Debate
A big name plus a big fast-fashion brand equals a big splash. Or does it?
Nike Shareholders Ask for More Transparency Around Diversity Efforts
Some shareholders want pay and hiring data along racial and gender lines at Wednesday's shareholder meeting.
Library Funded by Tadashi Yanai Opens at Tokyo’s Waseda University
The facility is dedicated to novelist Haruki Murakami, in a renovated space designed by architect Kengo Kuma.
Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs Garment Worker Protection Act Into Law
California garment workers see historic victory as California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs the Garment Worker…
Youth Stage First Global Climate Strike Since the Pandemic
Fridays for Future planned climate strikes in more than 80 countries, including Germany, Scotland, Spain and…
New Report Maps Out Blueprint for Circular Fashion Economy in U.K.
The British Fashion Council's Institute of Positive Fashion Wednesday launched the Circular…
Express and Former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst Set Out to Raise $1 Million for Charity
The duo is raising money for Big Brothers Big Sisters as part of its fall 2021 campaign.
De Beers Looks to Trace, Tag and Promote Every Single Diamond It Mines
De Beers is piloting Code of Origin, a unique, customized mark that guarantees a diamond is natural…
Garment Worker Protection Act Advances — Next Stop, Newsom’s Desk
The bill saw 43 yes votes and is on its way to potential passage pending Gov. Gavin Newsom's final say.
Inaugural BFC Changemakers Prize Winners Revealed
The winner are Glass Onion founder John Hickling, hairstylist Cyndia Harvey, and London Embroidery Studio…
Activists Plan to Keep Eyes on Uyghur Forced Labor at NYFW
On Thursday at New York Fashion Week, groups like Model Alliance and corporate watchdogs call for justice to…