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Sustainability

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Artisans meticulously crafting sustainable cashmere at Botto Giuseppe, showcasing a blend of traditional techniques and eco-conscious innovation.
The Well-Lived Life

Botto Giuseppe: A Legacy of Sustainable Textile Innovation

In 2015, Botto Giuseppe, a company founded in 1876, became the first to develop sustainable and ethically produced cashmere, marking a pivotal shift for the long-standing textile giant.

Beatriz Almeida·June 24, 2026
A sophisticated mycelium briefcase and abstract artworks displayed in a high-end studio, representing the intersection of luxury and sustainable materials.
The Well-Lived Life

Spora crafts luxury accessories from mycelium

Spora's new collection features a mycelium briefcase priced at 1,050 pounds, alongside bespoke artworks reaching 2,500 pounds.

Beatriz Almeida·June 24, 2026
A personal shopper using a tablet to manage luxury items for Reflaunt's Folio resale service in a boutique setting.
The Well-Lived Life

Reflaunt's Folio resale service for shoppers set for 2026 launch

Reflaunt's Folio, a new resale service for personal shoppers, is set for official launch in 2026, following an invite-only pilot.

Beatriz Almeida·June 23, 2026
Diverse Latino models showcase Rio Uribe's new 'Rio' fashion collection, emphasizing sustainability and global appeal.
The Well-Lived Life

Rio Uribe Relaunches Fashion Brand as 'Rio'

After discontinuing his controversial 'Gypsy Sport' label, designer Rio Uribe has launched his self-financed 'Rio' collection, securing two international wholesale accounts in Japan and South Korea.

Beatriz Almeida·June 15, 2026
Split image contrasting Goldwin's nature-inspired collection with Filson's luxury expansion, highlighting different brand strategies in outdoor fashion.
The Well-Lived Life

Goldwin launches nature-inspired collection; Filson expands into luxury

A Goldwin bandana costs $35; a Filson x Junya Watanabe shirt, €915.

Beatriz Almeida·June 8, 2026
A sophisticated boutique interior showcasing luxury fashion, with integrated digital displays representing the partnership between Vestiaire Collective and Zalando.
The Tech Edit

Vestiaire Collective partners with Zalando to expand luxury resale

For the first time in its history, e-commerce giant Zalando is opening its pre-owned category to an external partner, Vestiaire Collective.

Akio Mori·May 28, 2026
A symbolic collision between the fast-fashion giant Shein and the sustainability-focused brand Everlane, highlighting the clash of their business models.
The Archive

Shein Acquires Everlane: A Sustainability Clash

Everlane, once lauded for its commitment to sustainability, is being sold to fast-fashion giant Shein for $100 million, primarily to absolve its $90 million in debt, according to CNN .

Akio Mori·May 22, 2026
Garment workers in a hot, poorly ventilated Bangladesh factory, highlighting the economic pressures on suppliers and worker well-being.
Runway Report

Bangladesh garment suppliers face rising economic pressure

In Bangladesh, 78% of garment workers recently surveyed reported experiencing greater summer heat, with about half becoming weak and ill from soaring temperatures.

Marcus Thorne·May 22, 2026