Ethical clothing refers to garments that are produced and manufactured in a way that promotes fair labour practices and also minimises harm to the environment. What is ethical clothing? As a response to the negative impacts of the textile and fashion industry, ethical clothing shows specific key aspects. For example: Fair Trade and Labor...

Secure digital IDs on products provide businesses with the ability to authenticate products with confidence. This capability offers significant benefits to businesses that extend beyond building consumer trust. Authentication can be used to improve operations, products, and services. Here are eight examples of how businesses are utilising authentication. Successful implementations of product authentication Consumer...

The ERP, together with the measures of the strategy for sustainable and circular textiles and the introduction of the digital product passport, shows the growing interest of the European Union in a thriving, but also sustainable and transparent textile and fashion industry. In 2022, the European Commission proposed a mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) strategy for...

BYOB concept is a great way to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainability. BYOB, from Bring Your Own Bottle to Bring Your Own Bag We are sure you have already heard about BYOB, Bring Your Own Bottle. This acronym refers to parties or restaurants and other business asking customers to bring their own alcoholics,...

In the fight against climate change, science-based targets are the benchmark for companies and organisations Climate change is an urgent issue. Consumers, governments, and even companies are increasingly aware of the need to do something about it. That is why many businesses are investing in ESG commitments, or environmental, social, and governance practices. There...

Managing the end of the product life cycle is a thorny issue that fashion brands must somehow begin to consider. In a market where customers are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their purchasing choices, with institutions pressing for manufacturers to become more responsible, the fashion industry must find solutions to better manage...

The sharing economy is bringing great changes to all industries, including fashion A lot has been said about the sharing economy in recent years, lauded as a way to make use of idle resources and make money by connecting people who need something with those who have it.It's no secret that it has been...

Secondary raw materials are an incredible resource for fashion brands interested in sustainability In a world where the fashion industry is constantly under pressure to be more sustainable, secondary raw materials are becoming an increasingly important part of the equation. What are SRMs? And what benefits do they bring to fashion companies? Secondary Raw...

Reselling platforms are the digital frontier of circular economy There are a few different ways to resell clothes. People can go to thrift stores and organise a yard sale, but online reselling platforms are way more interesting.  Despite having been around for a while, the popularity of reselling platforms is constantly increasing thanks to...

Recommerce, a new trend in sustainable shopping, is quickly gaining popularity With two-thirds of consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products, it is no wonder why the most attentive companies are making efforts towards sustainability, supporting environmental causes and modifying production processes. Recommerce is one of the best examples of a new circular economy action, and...