Podcasts about circular fashion

[This episode originally aired April 2,2025] The secondhand clothing market isn't equipped for textile recycling. So when your donated clothes don't sell, where do they end up?With the rise of overconsumption and fast fashion, clothes have piled up in thrift stores, landfills, and incinerators around the world. Countries like Ghana and Chile are dealing with fashion waste from countries like the U.S., UK, and China, and the impacts are vast. Mountains of clothes lead to fires, polluted waterways, dying ocean life, and lost livelihoods. So how do we stop the cycle? How can we donate with purpose and dignity, and get fashion brands to actually take accountability for the full lifecycle of their clothes?Listen to hear what our community does with their used clothes, how a new law could force companies to clean up their act, and how Los Angeles's Suay Sew Shop is dealing with the untenable amount of clothing donations from wildfire relief. ➡️ If you want to support Suay Sew Shop, you can browse their site here and contribute to their Textiles Aren't Trash fire relief campaign. By the way, you can earn rewards for Suay purchases and donations in the Commons app!

Barry McGeough, group vice president of innovation and strategy at AmeriCo Group, talks with Innovation Forum's Niamh Campbell and explores how applied innovation, synthetic biology and even energy-sector technology could drive circularity in the apparel sector. They discuss economic pressures, political shifts, and why the industry must look far outside its bubble for the solutions it needs.

This week: Carmen Gama, director of circular design at Eileen Fisher, talks with Innovation Forum's Ellen Atiyah about the operational and financial realities of circular fashion, from sorting and resale to textile-to-textile innovation. They outline why infrastructure gaps remain the biggest barrier and how the brand evaluates the business case for recycling.   Plus: US shutdown threatens vital food assistance; UK supermarkets hit by new revelations of forced labour in global tuna supply chain; AI's soaring energy demand fuels scramble for carbon-removal credits; and, COP30 ends with weak compromise as fossil-fuel roadmap blocked, in the news digest by Ellen Atiyah.   Host: Ian Welsh

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Yusuf sits down with Jessica Rennard, Chief Merchandising Officer at HELPSY and long-time resale innovator, for a real conversation on what sustainable fashion actually looks like behind the scenes. They dig into the tension between mission and margins, how circular fashion and resale really work in practice, and why keeping clothes out of landfills is more complex than any tagline. This is a grounded look at circular fashion, resale, and the clothing reuse economy, including what happens when ethics cost money, why brands still overproduce, and how consumers can buy with more intention. If you care about sustainable fashion, circular economy, mental health of founders, ethical leadership, and conscious consumption, this episode gives you practical questions to ask yourself the next time you hit “buy now”.   About the Guest  : Jessica Rennard is Chief Merchandising Officer at HELPSY, a certified B Corp focused on clothing reuse and circular solutions. She has spent years building the resale and returns ecosystem, from launching her own secondhand business to scaling circular returns models for brands. Jessica is known for her no-nonsense perspective on sustainability. She focuses on real impact, not green marketing.   Key Takeaways: Sustainable fashion is still business. Companies like HELPSY must stay profitable while trying to keep clothing out of landfills, which means constant trade offs between mission and margins. Circular fashion works best when companies find a clear model that balances profitability and sustainability, such as circular returns where brands send returns directly to a reuse partner. Doing the right thing sometimes costs money. Paying to repair or recycle damaged items is not always “financially smart”, yet it is essential if a company claims to be sustainable. There is still confusion over who owns responsibility. Brands, consumers, governments, and manufacturers all touch a garment, but no single sector has fully claimed end of life accountability. Secondhand and resale extend a garment's life, but they do not automatically reduce overproduction. If every secondhand purchase is matched with a new one, the system stays linear. Consumers play a key role. Choosing purposeful purchases and planning what will happen to an item when you are done with it are powerful, practical steps. A simple rule. Before buying, ask where that piece will go next. Donate to trusted nonprofits or reuse partners instead of sending clothing to the trash.   How to Connect with the Guest   Listeners can connect with Jessica Rennard here. Instagram: @TheFashionDisruptor Resale business Instagram: @the.nusource (N U S O U R C E) Website: https://pr.nusource.io/jessica    Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM. Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.   Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty. storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate. this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul nurturing conversations on • Mental Health & Emotional Well being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

S5E11 ThredUp's Resale Revolution: Holiday Shopping & Gift Giving Trends with Alon RotemThe holidays are here and resale is at the center of this year's shopping story! In this timely episode of The Retail Razor Show, Ricardo Belmar and Casey Golden sit down with Alon Rotem, Chief Strategy Officer at ThredUp, to unpack the company's 2025 Holiday Shopping Report. From surprising insights on resale gift giving to how shoppers are embracing sustainable fashion and circular economy models, this conversation reveals why resale is becoming a mainstream holiday shopping strategy.We also explore ThredUp's evolution from a secondhand marketplace to a Resale as a Service (RaaS) leader, powering branded resale programs for fashion retailers. Alon shares how ThredUp's AI-powered innovations — including image search, natural language search, and personalized curation — are transforming the secondhand shopping experience and driving conversion.If you want to understand how resale, sustainability, and AI are reshaping holiday shopping in 2025, this episode delivers insights every retailer, brand, and shopper needs.Subscribe to the Retail Razor Podcast Network: https://retailrazor.com/Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://retailrazor.substack.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/RRShowYouTubeAbout our GuestAlon Rotem, Chief Strategy Officer & General Counsel, ThredUpAlon Rotem has served as ThredUp's Chief Strategy Officer and General Counsel since September 2024. Alon has also served as Chief Legal Officer since February 2021 and Secretary since March 2017 and previously served as General Counsel from January 2017 to February 2021. From September 2013 to November 2016, Alon served as the General Counsel of Rocket Lawyer Inc., an online legal technology company. From June 2010 to August 2013, he was an associate at Goodwin Procter LLP, a global law firm. Alon holds a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis.ThredUp 2025 Holiday Report - https://newsroom.thredup.com/news/thredup-2025-holiday-reportThredUp Resale-as-a-Service - https://www.raas.thredup.comChapters00:00 Previews 01:13 Show Intro 04:51 Welcome, Alon Rotem - Chief Strategy Officer, ThredUp 08:38 ThredUp's Evolution and Resale as a Service 15:51 Implementing Resale Programs with ThredUp 21:31 Challenges and Successes of Going Public 25:36 AI Innovations in ThredUp's Shopping Experience 33:06 Insights from the Holiday Report 35:25 Consumer Behavior and Secondhand Gifts 36:24 Top Gifting Trends in Resale 39:49 The Role of Data in Resale 41:32 Consumer Funding for Holiday Shopping 47:21 Luxury vs. Mid-Market Resale 51:05 Sustainability and the Future of Fashion 55:11 Future Outlook 59:47 Show CloseMeet your hosts, helping you cut through the clutter in retail & retail tech:Ricardo Belmar is an NRF Top Retail Voices for 2025 & a RETHINK Retail Top Retail Expert from 2021 – 2025. Thinkers 360 has named him a Top 10 Retail, & AGI Thought Leader, a Top 50 Management, Transformation, & Careers Thought Leader, a Top 100 Digital Transformation & Agentic AI Thought Leader, plus a Top Digital Voice for 2024 and 2025. He is an advisory council member at George Mason University's Center for Retail Transformation, and the Retail Cloud Alliance. He was most recently the director partner marketing for retail & consumer goods in the Americas at Microsoft.Casey Golden, is CEO of Luxlock, a RETHINK Retail Top Retail Expert from 2023 - 2025, and a Retail Cloud Allianceadvisory council member. Obsessed with the customer relationship between the brand and the consumer. After a career on the fashion and supply chain technology side of the business, now slaying franken-stacks and building retail tech! Currently, Casey is the North America Leader for Retail & Consumer Goods at CI&T.Includes music provided by imunobeats.com, featuring Overclocked, and E-Motive from the album Beat Hype, written by Heston Mimms, published by Imuno.

This week: Barry McGeough, group vice president of innovation and strategy at AmeriCo Group, talks with Innovation Forum's Niamh Campbell to discuss why applied innovation will be key to tackling fashion's waste crisis. From biotech to AI, they discuss how lessons from other industries can help apparel move from talk to tangible action. Plus: At the sustainable commodities and landscapes forum this week, Ian Welsh spoke with Luke Sussams at Jefferies about why the key to unlocking investment in natural capital may not be regulation or technology, but language. And, EU tweaks EUDR rules amid controversy; EU carmakers unite to dodge emissions fines; PepsiCo expands regenerative farming across Europe; and, banks criticised for funding Amazon oil expansion, in the news digest by Ellen Atiyah. Host: Diana Kim

Wie kann Technologie das Kaufverhalten nachhaltig verändern? Diese Frage steht im Mittelpunkt des brutkasten-Studiotalks mit Anna Greil, COO und Co-Founderin des Wiener KI-Startups Minimist. Das junge Unternehmen entwickelt eine KI-Lösung für Second-Hand- und Vintage-Shops, die Produkte automatisch erkennt, beschreibt und bepreist. Damit soll Second-Hand-Konsum so schnell und attraktiv werden wie klassisches Shopping – und so den Übergang von Fast Fashion zu Circular Fashion beschleunigen.Im Gespräch mit brutkasten-Redakteurin Vit Le spricht Anna Greil über ihren Weg von der Kleidertausch-Plattform Uptraded zu Minimist, über die Chancen von KI im nachhaltigen Handel und über die Frage, wie Digitalisierung zur treibenden Kraft für den Klimaschutz werden kann. Außerdem erklärt sie, warum Minimist vor allem Non-Profit-Organisationen und Charities unterstützt, wieso der britische Second-Hand-Markt derzeit als Vorreiter gilt – und wie das Startup plant, sich zu einem Operating System für den globalen Second-Hand-Retail zu entwickeln.

Any brand can claim sustainable materials, but words mean nothing without third-party testing and certifications. In fact, unverified sustainability claims—even if they are valid—can often lead to suspicions of greenwashing. Here, Min Zhu, senior director, technical services and operations, US & Canada Softlines, of global testing and certification company SGS, and Haley Gershon, marketing manager of SGS Beta (formerly Beta Analytic), a leading Carbon-14 testing lab for biobased materials that SGS acquired in November 2024, discuss why biobased materials need verification. Watch the fireside chat to learn: The current status of circular fashion and its key progresses  The journey of SGS and Beta's combination and synergy SGS solutions to material sustainability and circularity   How SGS collaborates with fashion brands to test and verify biobased materials SGS' IMPACT NOW sustainability initiatives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can circular fashion beat fast fashion? In this episode, we sit down with Steve Dool, Senior Director, Brand & Creative at Depop, to explore how the platform is reshaping the way we shop, sell, and think about fashion.But before we dive into Depop's bold mission, we rewind to Steve's own journey, from writing for GQ and The New York Times to navigating career pivots that led him to the forefront of fashion and tech. He shares the values and personal moments that shaped his leadership style and creative lens.Together, we unpack the rise of secondhand fashion as a cultural force, the fall of traditional PR and Media gatekeeping, and how Gen Z and creators are rewriting the rules of influence. Whether you're a marketer, founder, or fashion lover, this conversation is filled with insights on building brands with meaning, and why the future of fashion is circular.

At the recent sustainable apparel and textiles conference in New York, Ellen MacArthur Foundation's Danielle Holly spoke with Innovation Forum's Tanya Richard about how brands can make money without producing more clothes. They share lessons from the foundation's Fashion ReModel project and examples from H&M and Coach that are proving the business case for circularity.

Nostalgia meets innovation from swaps to smart service.Resale is mainstream, loyalty looks like an airline, and Topshop is back.In this Five Things Friday – UK Edition, Alex Rezvan and Simone Oloman break down five signals every retailer should track right now:RIXO Pre‑Loved – How a premium label keeps inventory (and spend) inside its own ecosystem.Community Clothes Swaps – Loanhood & Islington Council prove circular fashion can scale locally.Topshop × Cara Delevingne – Millennial nostalgia fuels the brand's digital relaunch under ASOS.TOCO Swim Loyalty – A “frequent‑flyer”‑style rewards model that turns engagement into revenue.Currys + AI Video Support – Vyntelligence tech lifts first‑time‑fix rates and slashes carbon‑heavy call‑outs. Why it matters: safety, circularity, and service now fight for the same share of wallet—and the winners are already blending physical and digital touchpoints. Links & ResourcesRIXO Pre‑Loved: https://rixolondon.com/en-eu/pages/rixo-pre-lovedLoanhood × Islington Swap event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/islington-clothes-swap-tickets-1410481420899?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&_gl=11p3ylkb_upMQ.._gaMTg1MDI3Nzg3Mi4xNzUzMzUzNDMw_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NTMzNTM0MzAkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTMzNTM0MzAkajYwJGwwJGgwTopshop relaunch w/ Cara Delevingne: https://www.asosplc.com/news/topshop-partners-cara-delevingne-launch-topshopcom-and-brands-new-era/?utm_source=chatgpt.comTOCO Swim: https://www.instagram.com/tocoswim/TOCO Swim loyalty page: https://shopify.com/6073647192/account/pages/42026b1f-3325-417d-853a-8da8af55312bTOCO Swim × New Acres rooftop event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rooftop-riviera-toco-swim-x-new-acres-tickets-1469348664409?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf_-VzVjhnuQC1RE22XECPsu4MmlVWhj6ckP5O9jRSaEwfIhqUzolgpNhGpQw_aem_sAVw8-_Wuo5RoQLrbiIZgwCurrys rolls out Vyntelligence AI: https://vyntelligence.com/news/retail-first-currys-rolls-out-game-changing-ai-video-tech-with-vyntelligence/ HostsAlex Rezvan – Founder, The Retail PodcastSimone Oloman – Co‑founder & CEO, Need It For TonightUK retail, circular fashion, resale, clothes swap, RIXO Pre‑Loved, Topshop relaunch, Cara Delevingne, TOCO Swim, loyalty program, Currys, AI video support, Vyntelligence, retail podcast, Five Things Friday 

In this episode, Daithí speaks to Mary Fleming, the founder of ChangeClothes.org, a social enterprise that sprang up in Crumlin to address accessibility and habits around second-hand clothing. Starting as just a week of events in her local area a few years ago, Change Clothes has grown into a thriving organisation, providing training and workshops in upcycling and sustainable fashion alongside its highly anticipated swap shops. Mary talks about what inspired her to start making changes in her own life and how she was frustrated by the messaging around sustainability and the inaccessibility for low-income people. Daithí and Mary discuss the importance of looking at what we stand to gain with climate action and the positive effect that a sense of fun and community can have. Thanks very much to Sorcha O'Carolan Murphy for support with research, design and promotion. Links 1. Change Clothes Website: https://www.changeclothes.org/ 2. EPA statistics on Irish Textile Waste: https://www.epa.ie/our-services/monitoring--assessment/circular-economy/textiles-national-attitudes--behaviours-surveys/ 3. Second-hand clothes market burns down in Kantamanto, Ghana: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2025/feb/24/ghana-clothes-market-fire-kantamanto-rebuild 4. Amendments to EU Waste Framework Directive to include more circularity of textiles: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_25_548 5. French 2024 legislation tackling fast-fashion: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/mar/15/france-fast-fashion-law-environmental-surcharge-lower-house-votes

Show Notes In this episode of the Style Stories podcast, host Lisa Gillbe speaks with Danielle from My Circular Wardrobe about the booming pre-loved clothing market and the importance of sustainability in fashion. They discuss the stigma surrounding secondhand clothing, the evolution of personal style, and the benefits of shopping pre-loved. Danielle shares her journey in establishing her business and how it aims to make secondhand shopping a luxurious and enjoyable experience. The conversation emphasizes the need for a shift in mindset towards sustainable fashion and the value of unique, curated pieces. Takeaways The pre-worn fashion market is currently worth £100 billion and growing. Sustainability and unique style are driving the secondhand clothing trend. My Circular Wardrobe was founded to make secondhand shopping luxurious and affordable. There is a significant stigma attached to buying secondhand clothing. The mindset around secondhand fashion has shifted towards sustainability awareness. Charity shops only keep about 10% of the stock they receive. Many people have unworn clothes with tags still on them in their wardrobes. Experimenting with personal style is essential for self-expression. It's important to trust your instincts when it comes to fashion choices. Shopping pre-loved can lead to better quality clothing at a fraction of the price. Sound bites "The pre-worn fashion market is booming!" "There's enough clothes to dress for generations!" "It's important to experiment with your style." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Circular Fashion and Pre-Loved Clothing 02:12 The Birth of My Circular Wardrobe 10:05 Shifting Mindsets: The Stigma of Secondhand Fashion 15:14 Personal Style Influences and Evolution 22:17 Finding Your Unique Style in Pre-Loved Fashion   SHOP MY CIRCULAR WARDROBE HERE: https://mycircularwardrobe.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqXjVbY58hRFf4_yTGyzEhdfHHGJBADfhj_4BTfx_vFNIVYLN4a Follow Danielle on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mycircularwardrobe Follow the host Lisa Gillbe here: https://www.instagram.com/lisegillbestylist/ Sign-up to Lisa's newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/lisagillbestyle/signup    

Drip by Drip – Episode 12: Circular Fashion with Miriam Walter from momox ♻️ In the final episode of our 2nd season, host Amira Jehia (Co-Founder of Drip by Drip) sits down with Miriam Walter, Senior Marketing Communications Manager at momox, one of Europe's largest re-commerce platforms. Miriam leads branding, PR, and communications across momox's fashion, book, and media business units—with a mission to make secondhand the first choice and give every item a second life. This episode shifts the spotlight from production realities in the Global South to circular fashion solutions in the Global North—and explores how platforms like momox can provide an accessible, scalable, and stylish alternative to fast fashion.

Building circular business models - where products are rented, repaired, resold and remade - is key to transforming our economy from a take, make, waste linear system, to a circular one. In this episode of the Circular Economy Show, we're seeing what this looks like in practice with Canadian outdoor clothing and equipment company Arc'teryx.Pippa heads to Arc'teryx's flagship store in London to learn how the business is bringing repair in-store. Seb speaks to Katie Wilson, the company's Director of Social and Environmental Sustainability, to hear about the strategic decisions behind this pivot.In this episode hear about:How Arc'teryx's in-store ReBIRD service centres work for the business and customersHow ReBIRD is fostering deeper customer loyalty and making products accessible to new customer basesThe strategic decisions behind Arc'teryx's shift to circular business modelsThe operational hurdles of implementing circular business models at scaleArc'teryx is a participant in the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's Fashion ReModel. Listen to episode 187 to find out more about the demonstration project, or visit the website.Explore the guide to scaling circular business models for fashion leadersLearn more about ReBIRDThe Circular Economy Show will be back in a few weeks. Let us know what you'd like to hear more about in future episodes by leaving us a review, or emailing podcast@emf.org.

How do we keep clothes in use at their highest value and make money without having to make new clothes? In this episode of The Circular Economy Show, we explore the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's demonstration project, the Fashion ReModel, and hear from one of its participants: H&M Group.Pippa is joined by Chloe Holland from the Foundation's fashion team to discuss how The Fashion ReModel participants are working to scale circular business models like resale, rental, repair, and remaking. We also hear from Sara Eriksson, Business expert, Circular business models at the H&M Group, a participant of The Fashion ReModel.Listen to this episode to hear about: The ambitions of The Fashion Remodel, including how its participants are embracing the long-term strategic advantages of circular business modelsSellpy, the H&M Group resale platformSome of the challenges of applying circular economy principles to fashion in a linear economy The role of policy and finance in making circular business models commercially viable at scaleFind out more about the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's The Fashion ReModel.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review or a comment on Spotify or YouTube. Your support helps us to spread the word about the circular economy.

‘We need less of pretty dresses and draping and getting any fabric & we need more of designers stepping out, going into laboratories, going into greenhouses, going into these real places and looking for ways that we can find our common problems and our common solutions together.'Fashion is trendy, fashion is glamorous, fashion is expressive. But have you thought about how fashion can be more? When we look beyond our individual style and what fashion means to the Earth, the words that come to mind might not be as exciting. As an industry, the fashion world is one of the most environmentally damaging in the world. Yet, the trillion-dollar industry remains one of the most profitable, publicised and alluring. So… how do we reconcile the fashion world and the environmental interests? Join us in today's episode with the incredible Ms. Silvia Acién,, founder and creative director of ACIEN, a regenerative fashion knitwear brand that is challenging the status quo of fashion production. Together, we explore the fundamental changes that we must start implementing collectively to enjoy fashion without penalising the planet. We reflect on past cases where fashion giants have clashed with eco - friendly initiatives, and Silvia shares her own practices, journey and values, persuading us to find inspiration all around us. Sometimes, all it takes to imbibe sustainability in our industries is a shift in mindset - and a little teamwork!

This week: Innovation Forum's Niamh Campbell and Ian Welsh talk about some of themes that may emerge at the sustainable apparel and textiles conference in New York City this week. From Ellen MacArthur Foundation's new fashion circularity guidance to disaster textile waste relief partnerships, Niamh highlights sessions to look out for. Plus: at the recent food conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota state director for the US Department of Agriculture Troy Daniel talks with Ian Welsh about the government's facilitative – not directive – role in supporting farmers and how partnerships can reconnect consumers with agriculture. Host: Ian Welsh

In this episode of the Circular Economy Show, we explore the intersection between fashion, business, and technology - revealing why shoes are central to systemic innovation. Live from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation Network event in Amsterdam, Kenny Arnold is joined by Dr Yuly Fuentes-Medel and Lewis Campbell from The Footwear Collective. Together, they unpack the urgent need for innovation and collaboration in the footwear industry.You'll learn: What The Footwear Collective is doing to tackle industry roadblocks head-onHow success is measured by unprecedented collaboration, robust data collection, and active participation from rival companiesWhy their new tool will help companies pinpoint their next steps in their circular economy journeyExplore The Footwear Collective's Circular Pathways tool https://thefootwearcollective.earthdna.org/If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review or a comment on Spotify or YouTube. Your support helps us to spread the word about the circular economy.

Robyn Alexander talks about the upcoming Circular Fashion Parade fundraiser on Sunday 1st of June.For further details visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1018681106450649

This week on the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down the latest in luxury earnings, pricing shifts and political pushback. Later in the episode, Zwieglinska speaks with Vanessa Barboni Hallik, founder and CEO of sustainable luxury fashion brand Another Tomorrow, about the brand's physical retail expansion and its approach to digital product passports. Barboni Hallik also discussed brand opportunities to scale circularity, during a conversation about Earth Week. In this week's news segment, Parisi and Zwieglinska discuss Kering's first-quarter earnings, which painted a concerning picture, with overall revenue down 14% and Gucci plunging 25%. They talk about the vulnerability of conglomerates overly reliant on a single label and the way macroeconomic tension between the U.S. and China is complicating luxury's recovery.  In other news, Louis Vuitton quietly raised its U.S. prices by nearly 5%, a move likely linked to tariffs and growing production costs. And, amid the U.S. administration's ongoing efforts to dismantle DEI initiatives, major corporations and fashion brands are responding in different ways. While Target rolled back its diversity programs and saw 11 weeks of consecutive declines in foot traffic, companies like Levi's and Costco have stood firm on their initiatives — and in some cases, benefited from doing so. Stories mentioned in this episode Fashion Briefing: Fashion brands are feeling the immediate impact of plummeting international travel to the US Hermès price hike sets stage for American tourist boom in Europe Earth Week Activewear brands are scrambling to clean up in America's age of health anxiety Why brands like Blueland and Faherty are turning to sustainability activists for collaborations Beauty & Wellness Briefing: The sustainability roadblocks impacting top brands today

In this episode, host Philip Berman sits down with Dr Talia Hussain, whose recent academic paper on circular fashion sparked lively debate across the industry.  Dr Hussain, a PhD in design innovation and MBA, is known for her critical analysis on the mainstream circular fashion narrative.  Together, they take a deep dive into the promises—and potential pitfalls—of circularity in the textile sector, with a particular focus on the influential 2017 Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF) and its A New Textiles Economy: Redesigning fashion's future report. Key Topics Discussed The EMF's $460 Billion Claim Dr Hussain questions the widely cited figure from the EMF report, its assumptions and real-world implications for industry revenues and the potential size of the reuse sector. She explains why she thinks greater scrutiny is needed when using such reports to drive regulation, and discusses what gets overlooked when focusing solely on circular models. Further Reading & Resources Dr Talia Hussain's academic paper: The Emperor's old clothes: a critical review of circular fashion in gray literature The Ellen MacArthur Foundations 2017 Report: A New Textiles Economy: Redesigning fashion's future  How to Listen & Subscribe Ecotextile Talks is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you listen to podcasts.  For more news and analysis, visit our website at ecotextile.com. Contact & Feedback For questions, feedback, or to suggest a guest, email philip@larchmontfilms.com

With an impressive background at Meta, eBay, McDonald's, and Target, Anya shares her transition from corporate to startup life, the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, and her mission to reinvent fashion for men who want to look great without the hassle.From her Taiwanese roots and experience in Silicon Valley to building one of the most innovative fashion-tech brands for men, Anya discusses product iteration, AI styling, brand partnerships, sustainability, and the vision to make Taelor a global platform for modern professionals.

How can businesses sell circular propositions in a world that's rapidly changing? This episode of the Circular Economy Show tackles the marketing challenges and opportunities head-on. Pippa sits down with Jonathan Hall, Managing Partner at Kantar's Sustainable Transformation Practice, and Amanda Gandolfo, Head of Brands at bike subscription service Swapfiets, to explore how to connect with today's consumers and drive demand for circular products and services.In this episode you'll discover:The surprising shift in societal values that's reshaping consumer buying habits    How to overcome marketing roadblocks like the value-action gap (where consumers say they want sustainability but don't always buy it) and the greenwashing problem    Practical strategies for marketing circularity effectively: Focus on consumer benefits, convenience, and solving real problems    Real-world examples: Learn how Swapfiets is using a circular business model (bike subscription) to disrupt transportation and prioritise customer experienceRead the The marketing playbook for a circular economy and make sure you're subscribed to the Circular Economy Show to find out about our future episodes about  the playbook.

Circular business models hold immense potential to reshape the fashion industry. In this episode, we explore the exciting opportunities for brands in rental and resale, moving beyond the challenges of getting started. Host Emma Elobeid is joined by guests Andrew Rough from Advanced Clothing Solutions (ACS) and Ryan Atkins from SuperCycle to discuss how brands can capitalise on this shift to unlock new revenue streams, build stronger customer relationships, and create a more sustainable future. Tune in to hear Emma, Andrew and Ryan explore:The significant economic opportunity for brands in circular fashion, including rental and resale modelsHow circular models can enhance brand profitability by better using assets and meeting evolving customer demandsThe importance of brands owning the customer relationship and data in circular commerceHow enabling services and technology are making circularity more accessible and profitable for brandsThe evolution of circular business models and the importance of continuous learning and adaptationLearn more:Listen to episode 131, when Seb went to visit ACS's warehouse to learn more about the business.Explore the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's latest demonstration project, The Fashion ReModel, which explores making the economics work for circular business models.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review or a comment on Spotify or YouTube. Your support helps us to spread the word about the circular economy.

The secondhand clothing market isn't equipped for textile recycling. So when your donated clothes don't sell, where do they end up?With the rise of overconsumption and fast fashion, clothes have piled up in thrift stores, landfills, and incinerators around the world. Countries like Ghana and Chile are dealing with fashion waste from countries like the U.S., UK, and China, and the impacts are vast. Mountains of clothes lead to fires, polluted waterways, dying ocean life, and lost livelihoods. So how do we stop the cycle? How can we donate with purpose and dignity, and get fashion brands to actually take accountability for the full lifecycle of their clothes?Listen to hear what our community does with their used clothes, how a new law could force companies to clean up their act, and how Los Angeles's Suay Sew Shop is dealing with the untenable amount of clothing donations from wildfire relief. ➡️ If you want to support Suay Sew Shop, you can browse their site here and contribute to their Textiles Aren't Trash fire relief campaign. By the way, you can earn rewards for Suay purchases and donations in the Commons app!

The circular gap is immense, even in the fashion industry. Why is it not possible to do business more circularly? Serena Bonomi cites several reasons: from emotionality to incentives to the question of the economic system. Hear for yourself how a pioneer in circular fashion outlines problems and solutions. This episode is part of the series about the CIRCULAZE Summit from November 2024.

Circularity has the potential to reshape industries, reduce waste, and regenerate nature. But when it comes to the social side, is it advancing a just transition, or does it risk deepening global inequalities? This webinar discussion took a holistic approach to circularity to explore how circular systems can empower workers, foster economic resilience, and drive sustainable growth for the triple bottom line—people, planet, and profit. Hear insights from: Carmen Gama, director of circularity, Eileen Fisher Dr Hakan Karaosman, associate professor at Cardiff University and co-founder of FReSCH Paul Kerssens, COO and co-founder, United Repair Centre

Hello and welcome back to Fashion & Founders The Podcast. My name is Victoria Smith and this week I was joined with Anne Warren, the founder of Next Season. Next Season turns old, damaged, unwanted sweaters into one-of-a-kind knitwear, reducing textile waste.Anne used to work in tech as a product manager with a background in mechanical engineering and always had an interest in fashion so during covid began experiment and asked herself, is it possible to create a completely circular fashion brand.Follow her journey on substack and learn about all things knitwear. One of my personal goals is to learn a new hobby in 2025 and I'm getting a lot of inspo from Anne.Follow Fashion & Founders:Podcast IG: @fashionandfoundersPodcast Website: fashionandfounders.comVictoria TikTok: @vfsmith11Podcast LinkedIn: Fashion and FoundersVictoria Pickle Closet: @victoriasPodcast Substack: Fashion and FoundersLocker Links: LockerFollow Next Season:IG: @nextseason.nycSubstack: Anne's Circular Knitting JourneyWebsite: https://nextseason.nyc/ Follow Raphaella Santana:Brand IG: @raphaella.santanaFounder IG: @raphybabyWebsite: https://www.raphaellasantana.com/ Thank you for listening!

We speak to the Swedish journalist and lecturer on the rise of second-hand fashion, the promise of rental solutions, and the role of consumerism in sustainability. Anna Blom is an experienced fashion journalist and lecturer passionate about the latest in responsible fashion. She has written for newspapers and fashion magazines like Vogue India and Damernas Värld, has appeared on Swedish television, and lectured at Lund University, Soho House in New York, and MIT Media Lab in Boston.In this episode, we talk about:The role of resale, rental, and circular business models in reducing waste.Is secondhand fashion truly sustainable, or does it drive consumerism?How brands can navigate between genuine sustainable practices and greenwashing.The impact of EU legislation on fashion and its push for transparency and accountability.Host: Konrad Olsson, Editor-in-chief & Founder, Scandinavian MIND—Scandinavian MIND is a media platform and branding agency operating at the intersection of lifestyle industries and tech. Sign up for our newsletter:www.scandinavianmind.com/newslettersConnect with our agency:www.scandinavianmind.com/agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Giant Robots Smashing into Other Giant Robots (On Tour!), hosts Sami Birnbaum and Svenja Schäfer are joined by Karishma Gupta, the Founder and CEO of Eslando Circular Fashion. Eslando is a fashion company dedicated to changing the clothing industry through circular economy principles and textile recycling. Its mission is to simplify recycling and ensure compliance with EU regulations by connecting brands, consumers, and recyclers, fostering transparency and efficiency in the fashion industry. In today's conversation, Karishma delves into her company's innovative Digital Product Passport and how it's revolutionizing the fashion and textile industries. We discuss how her company helps the right material get to the right recycler using data and leveraging AI to map the process. Tune in to explore how the circular economy applies to the fashion industry, the current recycling gaps, what motivates fashion brands to be more sustainable, and how Eslando is reducing the carbon footprint of the textile supply chain! Key Points From This Episode: Background on Karishma and what led her to start a tech company. How recycling in fashion differs from other industries that recycle. An outline of the biggest recycling hurdles facing the fashion industry. The complex range of materials in clothes and the problems they create. Karishma's transition from the fashion industry to founding a tech-based company. Some of the materials in clothes that are endlessly recyclable. Details about the Digital Product Passport and what it offers the supply chain. Benefits and costs of sustainable regulations and solutions for fashion brands. Ways that Eslando is monetizing its various solutions. The value proposition the Digital Product Passport offers consumers. How long it took to create and build a workable prototype. What Karishma has planned for the future of Eslando Circular Fashion. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Karishma Gupta on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karishma248/) Karishma Gupta on X (https://x.com/_karishmagupta) Eslando Circular Fashion (https://www.eslando.com) Innovate UK (https://www.ukri.org/councils/innovate-uk/) Carbon13 (https://carbonthirteen.com) Sami Birnbaum (https://samibirnbaum.com) Sami Birnbaum on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/samibirnbaum/) Svenja Schäfer (svenjaschaefer.com) Svenja Schäfer on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/svenjaschaefer/) Will Larry on X (https://x.com/will23larry) Will Larry on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-larry/) Victoria Guido on X (https://x.com/victori_ousg) Victoria Guido on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorialguido/) thoughtbot (https://thoughtbot.com) thoughtbot on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/150727/) thoughtbot on X (https://twitter.com/thoughtbot) Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots Podcast (https://podcast.thoughtbot.com/) Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots Email (hosts@giantrobots.fm) Support Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots (https://github.com/sponsors/thoughtbot)

In this episode, Johan Munck, CEO of Polarn O. Pyret, discusses modern retail practices, focusing on omnichannel retailing, circular economy and sustainability. The conversation highlights how integrating these principles not only benefits the environment but also strengthens brand loyalty and customer engagement, driving both ecological and economic value in today's retail market.Furthermore, learn about how implementing systems like endless aisles and store stock hubs can enhance customer experience and the importance of accurate inventory management in retail.

Around the world, more than 80% of textiles leak out of the system when they are discarded. We need a new approach: a circular economy for textiles. A key part of this solution is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).Mandatory, fee-based EPR policy places responsibility on producers with regard to the collection, sorting and recirculation of the products they place on the market. EPR also creates transparency and traceability on global material flows, and helps to attract capital investments in the infrastructure needed to reuse and recycle at scale.In today's episode of the Circular Economy Show, we are joined by Anjali Krishnan, the Programme Manager for IDH Alternate Materials in India, Tomás Saieg, Head of the Circular Economy Office in the Ministry of the Environment for Chile, and Matteo Magnani, co-author of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's report "Pushing the boundaries of EPR policy for textiles". Together, they will look at the global challenges and opportunities in developing a circular economy for textiles.Do you want to know more about EPR for textiles? Head to our website and download the full report Matteo co-authored: Pushing the boundaries of EPR policy for textiles.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review, or leave us a comment on Spotify or YouTube. Your support helps us to spread the word about the circular economy.

Forget brands for a minute, the real circular fashion economy is the repair shop on your high street…Do you have a fab local cobbler or clothing alterations service? This episode is a reminder to thank them for being here and fixing our stuff.They are cornerstones of the circular fashion economy, and not some distant future dream - they're already here, and in many cases have been for decades. Honing skills that simply can't be learned overnight. They're the best! Here's to them! Keep giving them your business, and make sure you tell them you appreciate them. Everyone loves to be appreciated.My local cobbler, Roger of the (locally) famed Roger Shoe Repairs is gold. And this classic Roger conversation is a treat. That's all. Enjoy!Clare xP.S. Here are the links to the crowdfunder for my documentary, Urban Forest.Your support is much appreciated.https://www.pozible.com/project/urban-forest-a-documentaryGot something to tell me? Find me on Instagram @mrspress Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BLUE CAST Ep 504 - CANDIANI - Eat your Denim / Glacier ProjectThis BLUE CAST Episode, Tuncay Kilickan talks with Simon Giuliani Global Marketing Director at  Candiani SpaInformation about Candiani:Candiani Denim is an Italian family business founded in 1938, located between Milan and the Alps, in the nature reserve of the Ticino Park. Candiani Denim is an internationally renowned denim weaving company that supplies some of the world's best-known fashion brands, creating the fabrics that gave birth to the premium denim industry. Candiani firmly believes in the importance of Made in Italy, innovation and sustainability, intrinsic values of each of its fabrics, which give it its uniqueness and inimitable quality. Candiani sees the denim of the future as both a regenerated and regenerative product. From the first to the last phase, Candiani's goal is to make denim 100% compostable, with a positive impact in every moment of his life. Candiani Denim has its headquarters in Robecchetto con Induno and a Development Center in Los Angeles. Candiani Denim, among others, owns the COREVA™ patent, the first and only biodegradable and compostable stretch denim on the market.Simon Giuliani, CMO, Head of Sustainability, Strategic Brand Leader, and Lecturer with nearly 20 years of international experience in the Fashion Industry with a specific focus on sustainable innovation. Starting from responsible brand strategy Simon aims at designing and executing solutions that align industrial business goals with responsible production practices, circular product innovation as well as internal and external education.The extensive knowledge about the fashion system from industrial manufacturing to design, distribution and marketing allows him to guide brands in their transition towards a circular model, and to convert their sustainability related efforts into brand equity and sales.Actively supporting institutions in the creation of new guidelines and regulations for the European Fashion Industry serving as Expert advisor to the United Nations' UNECE, to the MEPs designing the EU Circular Economy Action Plan, to SDA Bocconi's Monitor for Circular Fashion, to the City of Milan.Tuncay Kilickan - Highly respected Industry figure, having cut his teeth at Turkish giant ISKO spanning 19 years. Most recently Tuncay was part of R&D team of ISKO. Tuncay has a number of patents under his name. No doubt most of us have worn fabrics developed by him and his team. Tuncay takes on the Head of Global Business Development - Denim at LENZING. @carvedinblue  @tencel_usa   #tenceldenim #tencel #Circularity  #circulareconomyBLUE CAST by TENCEL™ / CARVED IN BLUE®A podcast series created Lenzing's TENCEL™ Denim team. Each month, they will host an in-depth talk with a special guest working in the industry or on the fringes of the denim community. Listen for discussions on sustainability, career trajectories, personal denim memories and more.Graphics, recording and editing by Mohsin Sajid and Sadia Rafique from ENDRIME® for TENCEL™ / CARVED IN BLUE®.Find us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @carvedinblue. And get in touch

Kate Doran is the founder of Flotsam Flo. An upcycled accessories brand founded in 2021 who create from waste that cannot easily be recycled or is impossible to recycle. Selling via the Shopify site, taking bespoke and corporate orders and recently diversifying into workshops. They've even got 14 bins located around Cornwall to collect their raw materials. Hit PLAY to hear: Kate's eCommerce journey and inspiration The founding of Flotsam Flo How community engagement and sustainability intersect Expanding beyond eCommerce Key timestamps to dive straight in: [04:00] Graphic design degree taught to see differently. [06:19] Seizing opportunities after brain hemorrhage realization. [09:29] Upcycling items into new products with purpose. [15:18] Reusing waste for sustainable gifts and workshops. [16:11] Teaching sewing, reducing plastic waste, empowering others. [19:42] Kate's Top Tips! Contact SHOPLINE >>> https://ecmp.info/shopline Apply to join Chloe's Free eCommerce Club! >> https://ecmp.info/clubGet all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.infoLove the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify.Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy

Get ready to dive into the dynamic world of UK manufacturing as we jet back to the UK for a lively chat with Kate Hills. Kate takes us on a whirlwind journey through her fascinating career path, from pioneering circular fashion fresh out of college to designing quirky kids' clothing. We'll follow her adventures to Italy, where she crafted designs for Levi's while indulging in pizza, and then to the bustling halls of Burberry before navigating the twists and turns of the High Street fashion scene. Hold onto your seats as we explore Kate's resilient pivot into her current venture, championing brands and makers committed to the UK manufacturing landscape.You can find Kate and Make It British at www.makeitbritish.co.uk, and on Instagram: www.instagram.com/makeitbritish and finally on Linkedin: www.linkedin/in/katehills Garmology is by Nick Johannessen. There is no advertising or sponsorship, but you are welcome to support the podcast via my Patreon at patreon.com/garmology or you can buymeacoffee.com/garmologyNick Johannessen is also the editor of the WellDressedDad blog and WellDressedDad on Instagram. You can email Nick as Garmology (at) WellDressedDad.com.Garmology theme music by Fabian Stordalen.

For this episode of Sustainably LB, I got to quite literally share space with Kelli Bello, Owner and Curator of Spearmint Vintage. Curiosity, adventure and the love of the stories history has to impart are traits that have been a part of Kelli for as long as she can remember. These entrenched qualities eventually lead her to curate her own vintage clothing collection, sharing it with the masses through the interwebs and in local pop-ups. While we discuss all the nuances that come with her curation of clothing for Spearmint Vintage, we go deep. So much so that I decided to break it into two parts. I hope you enjoy volume one of my interview with Kelli as much as I enjoyed our conversation. Show Notes:Getting back to basicsMaking friends through the vintage and resale scene Telling the world who we are through our clothingCelebrating the newness of the oldExperiencing humanity through textilesIG: @spearmintvintage Sustainably Patreon Music:Ian AeilloCreative:Lauren BatesLogo:Meadow Hearn

In this episode, we hear from Rudo Nondo, a creative design practitioner and the acting Managing Director of Fashion Revolution. She tells us how her upbringing in Zimbabwe has shaped her clothing philosophy and explains why she's passionate about circular design for fashion.Learn more about Rudo Nondo in the Foundation's Fashion BookWatch our Circular Economy Show episode with Rudo Nondo

The fashion industry is continuing to undergo crucial transformations. With the environmental toll of fast fashion evident, consumers are demanding more from the brands they love: top-notch quality, enduring designs, and an unwavering commitment to sustainability.Rothy's, a direct-to-consumer shoes and accessories brand, is leader in this shift. At the heart of Rothy's success is a revolutionary approach to sustainability that combines innovative materials, a zero-waste factory, and no-waste manufacturing practices. Each pair of shoes is crafted not only for style and comfort but designed to minimize its ecological footprint. Rothy's takes it a step further by prioritizing longevity, ensuring their products are designed for long-term use. For products that do reach their end-of-life point, Rothy's encourages a sustainable life cycle through a recycling program, using well-worn shoes to create new products.We invited Dayna Quanbeck, President of Rothy's—but Chief Operating Officer and Chief Finance Officer at the time of recording—to explain how the company is helping consumers understand the harmony between fashion and environmental responsibility. As we step into a future that demands both, Rothy's will continue the way with style and sustainability.Listen for insights on:Revolutionizing the use of unconventional materials like plastic bottles and algaeChallenging consumer perceptions of eco-friendly materialsMaking consumers your product championsIncorporating advocacy into a company's impactResources + Links:Dayna Quanbeck's LinkedInHow Rothy's Makes Its ShoesHow Rothy's Calculates Its Sustainability ImpactGive a Dime About PlasticRothy's Recycling Program (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Rothy's (01:18) - Dayna's Backstory (05:45) - Shifting Toward Stylish and Comfortable (07:04) - Three Pillars of Sustainability (11:11) - Production Journey (13:59) - Learning from Feedback (14:54) - Programs (17:24) - Give a Dime About Plastic (19:27) - Plastic Innovation (20:56) - Sustainability Council (21:48) - Future of Circular Fashion (22:58) - Customer Stories (26:08) - Recommendations (27:52) - Wrap Up

In this week's episode, we circle back to understand the third principle of a circular economy: 'regenerating nature', and its application in the fashion industry. Our guest, Josie Warden, former Head of Regenerative Design at the RSA, joins us as we explore how circular design offers a way to create a fashion industry that can flourish in harmony with nature.Learn more about The RSA and their work to create an impact. If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more like it, please take a moment to leave us a review on your preferred podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more people interested in the circular economy!

We talk about the state of the Circular Economy and next steps for the environment.

In the final episode of our fashion series, we go to London to meet Patrick McDowell, a pioneering British high-end designer who has been applying circular design for fashion since starting their career. They tell us about their journey and their vision for the future of the fashion industry.Learn more about Patrick McDowell's brand and journeyHave a look at Patrick's collection for Rambert Dance Company

As we continue to watch horrors in mass play out through tiny screens, I think that it is important to maintain these conversations in the sustainable fashion space because we are all interconnected. While it is becoming more and more apparent that we need to speak truth to power and stand up for those who are silenced, the fashion industry is a part of that conversation. We cannot let late stage capitalism and greed steal our joy and hope.For this episode of Sustainably LB, I got to share space with Dani Des Roches Designer and Founder of Picnicwear. Dani has worked in the fashion industry as a designer for over a decade. She has fused her background and knowledge with ethics and intention to create unique pieces for her brand Picnicwear. Picnicwear is a slow fashion label handmade from vintage and deadstock materials that Dani started in 2020 as a response to her dissatisfaction with the industry's many shortcomings. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed our conversation. Show Notes:Wearing your hope and joyFuture vintage over future garbageHigh price does not equal high valuePosting for joy vs. necessity Alchemizing your darkness through creating and idealismIG: @picnicwear@daniddrLinks:Picnicwear WebsiteDeja Vu Dress PatternConscious Style Podcast InterviewClotheshorse Podcast InterviewMusic:Ian AeilloCreative:Lauren BatesLogo:Meadow Hearn

In the second episode of our fashion series, we head to Mexico City to meet Troquer's co-founders, Lucia and Ytzia. They discuss how they've become Latin America's leading resale marketplace for quality fashion items and the challenges they've faced on their journey.Learn more about Troquer

I want to start by saying, thank you for being here. The world is heavy and perhaps like many of you, I have found myself needing to be of service in a different capacity. I hope, wherever this episode finds you, that you are being good to yourself, your loved ones and your community. I hope that you are speaking truth to power and seeking out the divisions within your soul that have kept you separate or distracted for we are all connected and there is no such thing as them over there. For this episode of Sustainably LB, I got to share space with Sydney Moore, Model, Stylist, Designer and Creator of 4 Moore. While Sydney is so many things, we touch on a lot of the topics of separateness and the toxicity of this world and the fashion industry. But, as dark as that may sound, this episode is hopeful and I am so honored to finally share it with you. My intention is that you leave this conversation empowered and inspired.Show Notes:Little victoriesStaying true to who you areHaving the hard conversationsChanneling anger into something actionable or productiveChecking in with where you areBe aware. Be understanding. Be Kind.Instagram Handles:@sydmoore_@_4moore@developmodels@omahafashionweek@fashionartscollectiveLinks:4 Moore WebsiteUnderstanding the Fashion Workers ActModel Alliance  Music:Ian AeilloCreative:Lauren BatesLogo:Meadow Hearn

In this episode we meet with Jaegi Lissade. Jaegi is the Partnership Coordinator of Reclypt. Jaegi is passionate about circular fashion and reducing fashion waste. She first began attending Recylpt events during Climate Week in 2022 and over the past year has evolved from participant to ambassador to now being a member of the Reclypt team! She is currently a student at Queens College studying Economics and Environmental Studies with plans to work in sustainable finance. Bearing this in mind she was wary of developing her sustainability experience in the financial sector and instead has entrenched herself in community based initiatives to develop a strong foundation of intersectional environmental justice. We learn about circular fashion and why it's so important We learn about the harm of microtrends and fast fashion We learn about the power of community learning and workshops Follow and connect with Jaegi on socials: Instagram: @thisisjaegi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaegilissade/ Follow Reclypt on Instagram and check out their website: @reclypt https://www.reclypt.com An informative article about the fashion industry to check out: https://www.nrdc.org/stories/new-york-exposing-fashion-industry-what-it-climate-nightmare Remake is a global advocacy organization fighting for fair pay and climate justice in the clothing industry. Check them out: https://remake.world/ Check out the Fashion Act and their fight against the harmful sides of the fashion industry: https://www.thefashionact.org/

Over one hundred billion garments will be produced this year, but they don't have to be. Peter Majeranowski says we have all the clothes we need to make all the clothing we'll ever need, and his company, Circ, has pioneered the technology to prove it. This week on How I Built This Lab, Peter shares how trying to create fuel from tobacco unintentionally led to the creation of a different material — pulp that could go back to the beginning of the supply chain and close the loop on fast fashion. Plus, the future of sustainability in the industry and the impact brands can have on the environment simply by changing their fabric sources. This episode was produced by Carla Esteves and edited by John Isabella, with research help from J.C. Howard. Our music was composed by Ramtin Arablouei. Our audio engineer was James Willetts.You can follow HIBT on Twitter & Instagram, and email us at hibt@id.wondery.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is it green... or just greenwashing?This week, we're sharing a recap of a few Green or Greenwashing topics we covered this season! Green or Greenwashing is a segment on the podcast where we evaluate if a certain sustainability measure is more green or whether it veers into more of the greenwashing territory. These Green or Greenwashing segments were previously published at the end of some prior episodes.The first segment we are resharing is whether third-party resale sites should ban fast fashion after a decision from Vestiaire Collective to do so. Then we will move into a recording where we discuss whether we really need "climate adaptive clothing". Finally, we evaluate if recycled polyester is truly circular. GET THE TRANSCRIPT ***MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Article: Vestiaire Has Banned Fast FashionArticle: Vestiaire Collective's ‘Fight Against Fast Fashion' stepsArticle: What Is Extended Producer Responsibility in Textiles — and What's Missing From Current Policies?Article: Clothes for the “apocalypse”: How to design for a climate crisisResource: Market Analysis and Insights: Global Recycled Polyester Fiber MarketWebsite: Textile Exchange's 2025 Recycled Polyester ChallengeResource: Made-By Environmental Benchmark for FibresArticle: The destructive, symbiotic relationship between the beverage and fashion industriesArticle: Are clothes made from recycled materials really more sustainable?Report: “It's As If They're Poisoning Us”: The Health Impacts of Plastic Recycling in TurkeyResearch Paper: An underestimated threat: Land-based pollution with micro-plastics***CONNECT WITH CONSCIOUS STYLE: