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During an elective course at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), artist and designer Ryan Novelline created a stunning piece of contemporary art known as The Golden Book Gown. This unique garment was crafted entirely from recycled materials,…

Organic cotton, cultivated without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs), has become a cornerstone of the sustainable fashion movement. Primarily grown in countries like India, Turkey, China, and the United…

Natural dyes have a rich history in the fashion industry, with roots tracing back thousands of years to ancient civilizations that relied on organic sources like plants and minerals to color textiles. These dyes, derived from sources such as…

Designed by Sarah Ratty in 1993 for her label Conscious Earthwear, this patched wool jacket is a significant example of early sustainable fashion in Britain. Ratty, a pioneer of environmentally responsible fashion, founded Conscious Earthwear in 1990…

Katharine Hamnett's jumpsuit from the fall/winter 1993–94 collection is a bold example of her innovative approach to fashion, combining irreverence with a deep commitment to social and environmental issues. This trompe l'oeil bodysuit playfully…

Issey Miyake and Fujiwara Dai's A-POC (A Piece of Clothing) Queen Textile, introduced in 1997, is a groundbreaking example of sustainable fashion design. This innovative system redefines the production and consumption of clothing by combining mass…

Iris van Herpen, a visionary Dutch designer, is renowned for her inventive use of materials and interdisciplinary collaborations, which have redefined the boundaries of fashion in the twenty-first century. Her fall/winter 2012–13 collection, "Hybrid…

Vegan fashion is a movement within the fashion industry that focuses on creating clothing, accessories, and footwear without the use of animal-derived materials. This approach not only addresses ethical concerns related to animal welfare but also…

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is a leading international certification for organic textiles, setting stringent criteria for the entire supply chain, from raw material sourcing to manufacturing, packaging, and labeling. GOTS ensures that…

The ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme sets rigorous standards and guidelines for chemical management, ensuring safer production processes across the supply chain. By providing tools, training, and support, the ZDHC Programme helps companies transition…