‘Press 1 for child labour’ – Garment workers use cellphones to report abuses
Two mobile services, both by U.S.-based companies, encourage workers to call toll-free numbers to anonymously log violations they see around them.The idea is to give big brands…
Luxury group Kering probed for tax fraud- French prosecutor
It confirmed a report by the Mediapart news agency, which said Kering had set up a system which enabled it to declare in Switzerland activities in third…
Miista- Tradition and craftsmanship join to create avant-garde footwear and garments
Her independent project has managed to establish itself on an international level, recognized by its braided designs, unique heel shapes and volumes that have seduced celebrities such…
B2B launch Treadler offers small firms access to H&M’s global supply chain
The B2B project is part of the Swedish company’s push to make fashion production more eco-friendly and will see smaller brands using Treadler in a wide variety…
Concerned EU set to assess impact of U.S. tax reform
Recent talks within the EU have instead focused on making sure that firms pay more taxes, after multiple disclosures of financial documents caused public outcry against the…
Madewell deepens partnership with Fair Trade USA
Fair Trade USA, which sets standards for, certifies, and labels products that promote sustainable livelihoods for farmers and workers and protect the environment, first entered into a…
Nike celebrates diversity in the face of Trump’s executive order
“Nike believes in a world where everyone celebrates the power of diversity,” Parker said in a statement. “Those values are being threatened by the recent executive order…
New Zealand to ban -forever chemicals- in make-up
The Environmental Protection Authority said it will ban long-lasting substances perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl — known as PFAS or “forever chemicals” — by 2027.Found in items like nail polish,…
Millennials and Gen Z lead pledge to ditch fast fashion in 2019
Overall, of the more than 1,000 women surveyed by Thredup, 58% were resolving to be less wasteful this year, with 84% claiming that they plan to shop…