Fashion And Environment
Whilst the fashion industry is loved for its creativity and, in some parts of the world, for its freedom of expression, it causes negative environmental impacts. Here, you can explore how designers could make use of their power to improve the environment.
FASHION & ENVIRONMENT Guide
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This guide gives you an overview of the current status of the fashion industry and it explores the environmental issues in terms of textile waste, natural resources, chemicals and pollution. Researchers have found that 80% of a product’s environmental impact is locked in the design stage, therefore, you hold the power as a fashion designer to influence the environmental impact throughout a garment’s lifecycle and to rethink fashion!
video tutorial - Lifecycle
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Do you know what goes into making one shirt? Check out this video to find out the lifecycle of a shirt and think about your power to reduce the environmental impact and minimising the textile waste!
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In this video, industry expert Elodie Rousselot explains the concept of circular economy and gives you tips on how to approach circular design with innovation and creativity.