Articles by Don-Alvin Adegeest
Environmental advocates slam major brands for "greenwashing" biomass transition
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A group of 16 environmental organisations based in Indonesia has criticised major fashion brands for their shift to biomass sources like wood pellets and rice husks, calling it "greenwashing." In an open letter to the industry, groups including the Rainforest Action Network and Friends of the Earth Indonesia argue that these brands'...
US imposes import restrictions on three additional Chinese companies with forced labour links
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The United States has expanded import restrictions, targeting three additional Chinese companies implicated in using forced labour, particularly involving Uyghur minorities, in an effort to eliminate such goods from the U.S. supply chain. Xinjiang Tianmian Foundation Textile Co Ltd, Xinjiang Tianshan Wool Textile Co. Ltd, and Xinjiang Zhongtai...
Central Saint Martins product designers take on UPM sustainability challenge
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September marked the culmination of a months-long collaboration and competition involving over 50 students from the University of the Arts London, Central Saint Martins. They were challenged to reimagine various products using UPM's bio-based materials. In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, young designers face a dual challenge....
LVMH Métiers d'Art expands portfolio with acquisition of Grupo Verdeveleno
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LVMH Métiers d'Art, a subsidiary of the renowned French conglomerate, has announced its acquisition of Grupo Verdeveleno, a prominent Spanish company specialising in exotic leather tanning and finishing. Beyond its exceptional product quality, Grupo Verdeveleno is noted for its commitment to transparent supply chains. The partnership signifies a...
Fashion's pathway to becoming net positive
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Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) has unveiled the 2023 Fashion CEO Agenda during the Global Fashion Summit: Boston Edition 2023. The report aims to aid fashion industry executives in developing strategies to create a sector with a net positive impact on society, the environment, and the global economy. It includes action areas for brands, retailers,...
BFC to honour Valentino Garavani with Outstanding Achievement Award at fashion awards
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Mr. Valentino Garavani, the founder and former creative director of Maison Valentino, will be honoured with the Outstanding Achievement Award at The Fashion Awards 2023, organized by the British Fashion Council (BFC). The accolade celebrates Mr. Valentino's nearly 50-year career, marked by iconic couture creations and red-carpet gowns. The award...
H&M and Central Saint Martins team up for sustainable fashion and journalism award
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H&M has partnered with Central Saint Martins to offer grants to students in the BA Fashion Design and BA Fashion Communication Journalism courses. The grants, building on previous support in 2021, aim to nurture emerging sustainable fashion leaders. Four winners, three from the Fashion Design course and one from Fashion Communication Journalism,...
Samsøe Samsøe expands its range with nightwear collection
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Danish fashion brand Samsøe Samsøe has introduced a new line of nightwear, expanding its product range. This collection aligns with the brand's core values of responsible and timeless fashion. The debut took place at Carmen, a minimalist guesthouse in Amsterdam, complementing the brand's Scandinavian aesthetic. The nightwear, made from pure...
Candiani unveils first natural and biodegradable stretch jeans
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Candiani Denim, a leader in sustainable denim, has launched the world’s first stretch denim that is both fully natural and biodegradable. With its debut capsule collection created with Coreva Design and launched at Banner, a luxury fashion retailer in Milan, sustainable denim could be entering a new era. Coreva Design's fabrics are crafted using...
Slowear bets on women's fashion as part of growth strategy
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Slowear, the Italian fashion brand best known for its trouser brand Incotex, is undergoing a significant transformation under the leadership of CEO Piero Braga. Despite challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the company had already embarked on a path to recovery prior to Braga's appointment in May this year. The company said it is focusing...