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COP28: Ganni, Fashion Revolution and more discuss sustainably clothing 10 billion people

Diversity is an inescapable part of any discussion that aims to tackle the topic of sustainability. This was a focal point of the panel talk ‘How to Clothe 10 Billion People Sustainably’, part of this year’s COP28 and moderated by Muchaneta ten Napel. In order to select a cohesive yet contrasting line up of participants, the founder of fashion...

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Primark announces Fairtrade partnership for new skincare line

A new skincare line by Primark will include Fairtrade certified beauty products as part of a new partnership between the fast fashion retailer and product certification company. The new beauty products, set to launch in the retailer’s 14 markets, will consist of body butter, bath oil, face cream, cleansing balm, multi-function balm and hand...

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Fairtrade now possible for ready-to-wear: first sewing factory certified

Official Fairtrade seals have so far only been found on agricultural products such as coffee, bananas, tea or even cotton. Indian garment manufacturer Purecotz is now the first textile factory that has been certified according to the Fairtrade textile standard. Pioneering more fairness in the textile sector With the certification, Purecotz...

Fashion

Atelier Swarovski to launch first Fairtrade gold collection

Atelier Swarovski is set to launch its first fine jewellery collection in Fairtrade Gold at jewellery show Baselworld, which benefits miners and the environment in Peru. The latest Atelier Swarovski collection is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to “conscious luxury” and is made with Swarovski created diamonds and Fairtrade gold, to puts...