Human rights and environmental legislation approved by European Parliament

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive holds companies and supply chain partners accountable for ESG compliance.

By Lauren Schenkman • April 25, 2024

Cotton used by H&M and Zara linked to illegal deforestation: report

A year-long investigation by nonprofit Earthsight found that fiber certified by ethical supply chain organization Better Cotton was grown on "stolen" and "deforested" land in Brazil.

By Lauren Schenkman • April 18, 2024

Shein taps Flexport as logistics partner for US marketplace

The arrangement allows orders made through the fast fashion giant to activate logistics processes with the freight forwarder.

By Max Garland • April 17, 2024

DHS unveils ‘enhanced strategy’ to fight illicit trade in textile industry

The plan includes cracking down on small shipments that fall under the de minimis exemption and benefit fast fashion giants such as Shein and Temu. 

By Lauren Schenkman • April 11, 2024

11 years after Rana Plaza tragedy, fashion brands still failing to improve treatment of garment workers: report

While fashion brands have disclosed more about their supply chain, advocacy group Fashion Revolution said the industry has not done much to clean it up.

By Lauren Schenkman • April 9, 2024

Apparel execs urge sourcing diversification amid geopolitical risks

Executives at an American Apparel & Footwear Association event underscored the need to find alternative sourcing as U.S.-China relations continue to fray.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 9, 2024

Fashion fails to keep ‘grandiose promises’ on sustainability, human rights: report

Major brands haven’t improved their practices compared to last year, according to the 2024 Remake Fashion Accountability Report.

By Lauren Schenkman • March 29, 2024

OTB Group acquires majority stake in luxury footwear manufacturer

Italy-based Calzaturificio Stephen has been a strategic supplier for the company for more than 20 years and makes Maison Margiela’s popular Tabi shoes.

By Lara Ewen • March 26, 2024

Renewcell extends deadline for purchase offers

Potential buyers have until March 28 to submit bids following the textile waste recycling company’s bankruptcy filing last month.

By Lara Ewen • March 19, 2024

Workers’ rights and environmental legislation endorsed by European Union

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive would require companies to take responsibility for detecting and remedying problems in their supply chains.

By Lauren Schenkman • March 15, 2024

American Eagle ‘refocused’ logistics arm amid third-party business woes

The retailer faced $98.3 million in impairment and restructuring charges from Quiet Platforms in Q4 as it adjusted to reduced e-commerce fulfillment demand.

By Max Garland • March 12, 2024

Diesel and Lee collaborate on recycled denim capsule

The four-piece collection launched globally last week and features jeans made from unsold fabric sourced from both brands’ stock.

By Lara Ewen • March 11, 2024

H&M launches its H2 Exchange circular fashion initiative

The program, created in partnership with designer Heron Preston, seeks to bring sustainable clothing concepts to a younger, wider audience.

By Howard Ruben • March 8, 2024

Birkenstock’s expanding production capacity lifts sales as it eyes more growth ahead

The footwear brand plans to double capacity in the next three years, spending tens of millions of dollars along the way. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 7, 2024

The Council of the EU and European Parliament reach deal on forced labor product ban

 The provisional agreement includes clarity on assessing potential violations.

By Laurel Deppen • March 6, 2024

Gap Inc. will begin using regenerated polyester in Athleta apparel

Cycora, a material from textile science manufacturer Ambercycle, is expected to show up in the athleticwear brand's clothing beginning in 2026.

By Lara Ewen • March 6, 2024

Prada expands fashion training program in partnership with UN

The initiative is designed to help women increase their embroidering and weaving skills while promoting empowerment and sexual and reproductive health, per the company.

By Laurel Deppen • March 5, 2024

URBN opens second fulfillment center for its rental brand

Nuuly plans to invest $60 million into its 600,000-square-foot facility in Missouri in the coming years.

By Alejandra Salgado • March 5, 2024

J.Crew launches swimwear takeback program

The recycling initiative, in partnership with SuperCircle, will give consumers shopping credit in exchange for used bathing suits from any brand.

By Howard Ruben • March 4, 2024

Sustainable Apparel Coalition rebrands as Cascale

The move follows the December exit of CEO Amina Razvi and the organization’s step back from the Higg Materials Sustainability Index.

By Lara Ewen • Feb. 27, 2024

Textile recycler Renewcell to file for bankruptcy

The Circulose fiber manufacturer was unable to secure financing following several quarters of declining sales.

By Lara Ewen • Feb. 26, 2024

Coty signs licensing deal with Etro

Under the partnership, the fragrance company will develop, produce and distribute perfumes and home scents for the luxury fashion house.

By Lara Ewen • Feb. 23, 2024

Lululemon advances circular fashion with recycled nylon product

The activewear brand partnered with Samsara Eco to introduce an enzymatically recycled nylon 6,6 product in what the companies say is a milestone in textile recycling.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 23, 2024

Intimiti Australia launches compostable polyester fiber

The new product, called Celys, is made from recycled polyester and is 95% compostable and biodegradable in 179 days.

By Howard Ruben • Feb. 22, 2024

Filson to launch womenswear line

The Seattle-based heritage outerwear brand expects to begin selling the collection in the U.S. this August, with a global rollout to follow.

By Lara Ewen • Updated Feb. 1, 2024