Sustainability
Sustainability
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Why Microplastic Pollution is Still Fashion’s Concern
Although numerous residents of New Jersey are still openly bemoaning the plastic bag ban that took effect in May, millions of people around the globe are participating in Plastic Free…
Infographics/Charts | Consumer Research
Things to Know About Water Temperature & Laundering Habits
Things to Know About Water Temperature & Laundering Habits
Articles | Fashion & Apparel Trends
Invest in Our Planet
It’s been more than half a century since the world’s first Earth Day, when 20 million Americans called for greater protections for the planet. The Earth Day movement continues tomorrow,…
Articles | Consumer Research
Guess Which Generation Wants Sustainable Clothes the Most
When it comes to sustainable shopping, consumers have preferences regarding what they’d like to buy. And industry experts say opportunity awaits the retailers that truly hear and respond to customer…
Articles | Retail Market Analysis
Brands Stepping Up Their Sustainability Game
As consumers become more aware of sustainability, some fashion brands are making concerted efforts to not just be seen as an eco-conscious brand, but to change their practices and supply…
Articles | Fashion & Apparel Trends
The Time is Now for Natural Fibers
Scientists around the globe were recently shocked when temperatures over Earth’s poles soared: Antarctica was more than 70 degrees warmer than average, while areas of the Artic registered temps more…
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On World Water Day: How Fashion Can Do Its Part
Earth is called the Blue Planet because it’s covered mostly in water. And since 1993, World Water Day has been held every year on March 22 to “celebrate water and…
Articles | Fashion & Apparel Trends
How Conventional Cotton Can Organically Meet Consumer Desires
At a time when the world seems to be focused on sustainability, consumers have differing ideas on terms that describe different types of cotton and what “organic cotton” actually means.…
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Here’s How Recycled Denim Helps America
When people talk about America the Beautiful, they’re definitely not referring to the 292.4 million tons of waste — which includes more than 17 million tons of textiles — the…