Sustainability
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Ralph Lauren debuts Spring 2027 fur-free fashion collection
After decades of shearling and alpaca, Ralph Lauren is finally going all-in: its Spring 2027 collection will be entirely fur-free, effective immediately for all future lines, according to a Ralph Laur
The Illusion of Ethical Elegance in Luxury Fashion
A luxury handbag costing thousands might boast 'eco-friendly' materials, yet its brand often employs vague claims and selective transparency, making verification of its true ethical footprint nearly i
Luxury conglomerates' global expansion faces sustainability crisis by 2026.
The global personal luxury goods market has nearly tripled its profits over the past five years, a remarkable financial surge.
Celebrity Social Media Posts Skyrocket Fashion Brand Value, But At What Cost?
At a major fashion brand, a single Instagram Reel from a celebrity influencer can cost upwards of $50,000.
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.
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.
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.
Paris Isn't Being Bypassed — It's Being Rebranded as the Prize
Emerging designers are not bypassing fashion capitals like Paris, but are being strategically integrated through structured incubator programs focused on sustainability. These programs offer a new, deliberate pathway to established fashion hubs, emphasizing circularity and business model transformation.
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.
Goldwin launches nature-inspired collection; Filson expands into luxury
A Goldwin bandana costs $35; a Filson x Junya Watanabe shirt, €915.
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.
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 .
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.