🌿 The Fashion Letter | #29 📩

GOAT Vintage, is dedicated to being the go-to upcycled fashion brand for large retailers aiming to meet their zero-waste and sustainability goals.

Central to GOAT Vintage’s philosophy is the use of no new materials, everything is made from textiles that would otherwise end up in landfills, creatively transformed into fresh styles for women, men, and kids.

Their +REWORK collection showcases fashion-forward designs that don't appear reworked. From collegiate graphic fleeces to ruffle skirts and '90s slip dresses, the collection combines zero-waste principles with high fashion.

GOAT Vintage collaborates with major retailers like PacSun and Culture Kings to create exclusive, sustainable collections, proving that circular fashion is possible without sacrificing style.

Their approach champions a future where fashion is truly waste-free—a message worth supporting!

Also, for every customer order placed online, they plant a tree via One Tree Planted for reforestation efforts. Right now, all trees are being planted in California.

Human rights in the fashion industry are a major concern, as the supply chains are often linked to poor working conditions, low wages, unsafe environments, and labor exploitation, including child labor.

Many garment workers in developing countries face systemic abuses such as lack of freedom of association and long working hours without fair pay.

Efforts to address these issues focus on enforcing labor laws, increasing transparency, and holding brands accountable for the well-being of workers, ensuring they uphold ethical labor practices across their supply chains.

Sustainability cannot exist without fair working conditions and respect for human rights, yet the fashion industry often falls short in these areas.

In this episode, Simone and Clare speak with labor rights expert Auret van Heerden, who has worked with the ILO and advised brands like Apple and Nike.

Known for his TED talks and for leading investigations into child labor, van Heerden discusses the crucial questions brands must address to meet ESG goals. The conversation is an insightful look into prioritizing people over profit in the fashion world.

Remake’s Report measures and informs progress where it matters

Here are the five key highlights from the 2024 Remake Fashion Accountability Report:

Low Accountability Scores: Out of a possible 150 points, the average score for 52 fashion brands was just 14, reflecting stagnation in progress on climate action and worker rights.

Traceability & Workers' Wellbeing: Many brands lack full supply chain transparency, and few ensure fair wages for workers, with only two companies disclosing living wage practices.

Environmental Impact: While 71% of companies disclosed carbon emissions, many lack solid commitments to reducing production volumes or addressing climate adaptation.

Circularity Initiatives: Several brands introduced resale and repair programs, but no company shows that these initiatives will replace traditional, wasteful production.

Governance Gaps: Despite initial diversity and inclusion efforts, companies are failing to maintain progress, with most showing no significant results on equitable hiring or leadership representation.

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MOMAD - The International fashion, footwear and accessories trade show📢

13 - 15 SEP 2024 - Madrid

The upcoming edition of MOMAD will be held from September 13 to 15, 2024, in Hall 8 at IFEMA MADRID. The trade fair has announced the companies participating in the Sustainable Experience area, with a total of 13 brands—seven newcomers and six returning participants.

All the companies have met the organization's sustainability standards, which cover environmental, social, and cultural criteria.

These sustainability criteria include the use of organic materials, eco-design, reduced CO2 emissions, and ethical labor practices. Brands must also demonstrate membership in sustainable fashion associations or have sustainability certifications.

MOMAD September 2024 will take place alongside other events, such as INTERGIFT, Madridjoya, Bisutex, and MBFWMadrid, creating a bustling week for the fashion and gift industries in Madrid.

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