circular economy
Next-Gen Textiles: Worn Again, Ventile and Voormi Move Industry Forward
Voormi, a manufacturer of technical apparel, announced what it called "the next horizon in the future of core…
$2.3 Million Says Men Want to Rent Their Fashion
Taelor's CEO cited a customer who "spent $500 in three months" renting with the startup after spending just…
Reformation Taps Bossa and Strom for Circular Denim Collection
Reformation added a new circular element to the jeans it makes with traceable cotton.
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Lenzing Details Sustainability Achievements in ‘Linear to Circular’ Report
The introduction of the first carbon-neutral fibers in the nonwovens market under the Veocel brand is a…
Fashion Responds to EU’s Circular Textiles Proposals
As the European Union pushes out its so-called "fast fashion crackdown," one thing is missing from the…
ThredUp’s New Policy Head on Government’s Role in ‘Green Legislation’
Seth Levey will "drive impact" by encouraging the widespread adoption of circular fashion business models…
Uniqlo Launches Repair Services at NYC Flagship
The Uniqlo Repair Studio in New York offers consumers the opportunity to spruce up well-worn Uniqlo items.
One-Third of Consumers Have Not Heard of the ‘Circular Economy’: Study
A new study by DNV reveals gaps in consumer education about how and why to shop for a circular products.
What These Experts Say About Getting Started in Resale
"Brands don't really know where to start so they don't start. But the longer you wait, the longer it's going…
Renewcell Signs New Textile-Sorting Deals
COO Martin Stenfors said Renewcell offers a "profitable and circular alternative" to downcycling…
Walmart-Backed Robotics Firm Goes Public in $5.5B SPAC
A pair of startups is getting big money to make supply chains efficient through automation and circular…
H&M Snags Bigger Stake in Renewcell
H&M is now Renewcell's second-largest shareholder with an 11.51 percent slice.
Eddie Bauer’s Sustainability Goals: Low-Impact Materials, Curbing Carbon Emissions
Eddie Bauer is "focused on the material and consumption side of the equation, because that's where we see the…
Are Biodegradable Fibers Part of the Circular Economy?
Biodegradable fibers are often seen as a solution to addressing waste, but the textiles often "leave the…
Hugo’s Russian Arm Finds ‘Win-Win Approach’ in Fashion Trade-In
Hugo Boss' Russian subsidiary has tapped a fashion trade-in service to allow its customers to exchange…