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Celebrating World Fashion Day: Embracing Representation, Sustainability, and the New Wave of African Fashion On August 21st, we celebrate World Fashion Day—a day dedicated to the art and spirit of fashion that transcends borders and cultures. Fashion is more than just clothing; it is an expression of identity, heritage, and the wisdom passed down through generations. This day honors the achievements of the fashion industry on a national, regional, and international level. Viewed through a decolonial lens, World Fashion Day takes on an even deeper significance. It challenges us to recognize and dismantle the power dynamics that have historically shaped the global fashion industry, often at the expense of marginalized voices. It is a call to celebrate and uplift diverse narratives, particularly those that have been silenced or overlooked. The African Fashion movement stands at the forefront of this paradigm shift. It is not just transforming the international fashion scene; it is redefining it. The creativity, talent, and innovation emerging from Africa are unlike anything the industry has seen before. African designers are bringing rich cultural heritage to the global stage, using unique, sustainable textiles and a mindful approach that resonates with the growing demand for mindful fashion. This movement sets a new standard—one that embraces diversity, sustainability, and authenticity. It is a reminder that fashion is not just about aesthetics; it is a powerful tool for cultural exchange, empowerment, and change. As we celebrate World Fashion Day, let’s recognize the invaluable contributions of African fashion to the global narrative and commit to a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable future in fashion. Can you guess which country my dress was made in? #WorldFashionDay #Celebratingfashion #MadeInAfrica #Culture #AfricanFashion #DecolonizeFashion #Sustainability #CulturalHeritage #CircularFashion #NonbinaryFashion #Fashionstyles #Outfitoftheday 

BASIC SKILLS: ARTS OF BATIK AND SUSTAINABLE FASHION Julie Adhiambo Kenyan fashion expert specializing in textiles and batik, shared her expertise during the Fair Fashion Festival 2024, an event organized by Threading Change. The festival featured a comprehensive batik workshop where Adhiambo demonstrated fundamental techniques and applications of this traditional fabric art form. She co-facilitated the session with Natalie Sifuma founder of Sisters in Climate creating an engaging learning environment that brought together emerging and established African fashion designers from Kenya. The workshop served as a platform for intergenerational knowledge exchange in the Kenyan fashion community, combining traditional batik methods with contemporary design approaches. The event highlighted the intersection of sustainable fashion practices and traditional textile techniques, demonstrating the ongoing evolution of African fashion design. Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/deCHayxx #batik #fashion #madeinafrica #textile #fashiondesigner #creativedesign

Founded by Belinda Atieno and Dolly Ruth the Eco Fashion Week Africa is a transformative week-long celebration of sustainable fashion across Kenya. The event serves as a pivotal platform connecting passionate student designers, innovative brand owners, and eco-conscious fashion leaders. Explaining their vision, the co-founders stated, “We wanted to bring people together to tackle sustainability challenges and save our planet through fashion-focused initiatives.” Their mission centers on creating a comprehensive network that addresses environmental concerns within the fashion industry. Belinda and Dolly are also the brains behind Sustainable Fashion Talks. The event strategically invites a diverse range of participants, including designers, models, fashion investors, sustainability organizations, and expert professionals. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, Eco Fashion Week aims to revolutionize the fashion landscape in Kenya, promoting sustainable practices and raising awareness about environmental responsibility. Through this innovative platform, Belinda and Dolly are transforming fashion from a potential environmental burden into a catalyst for positive change. Check this video from Day 2 at  Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi - MGallery Collection. Our team was there and covered most of everything. More than 50 short videos are coming soon! Follow @ncbethebest1 for more videos : https://lnkd.in/dqCcpT8H #sustainablevent #sustainability #suatainablefashion #sustainabletextiles #upcycling #fabric #fashionweek #fashionkenya🇰🇪 #madeinafrica #fashionstyle

What to Expect versus What to Remember: Sustainability at Fashion Weeks 2024… This time of year is a particularly busy period for the fashion industry; yesterday marked the end of the New York Fashion Week and today marks the beginning of London Fashion Week. This year is especially celebrated due to it being the 40th anniversary of the British Fashion Council’s Council London Fashion Week. As a central London-based, PR and Marketing bureau specialising in fashion and beauty, we are excited to see what this week brings for one of the world's creative capitals. Over the course of the next 5 days, over 250 designers and an expected 105,000 guests including key media figures and high-profile celebrities will be flocking to London to celebrate it being a cultural and creative capital. Iconic British brands such as Burberry and Wales Bonner have catwalk slots and many of the shows will take place at the British Fashion Council’s space at 180 The Strand. Keep an eye out over the coming days to see some of the most well-known fashion houses. However, this industry and the events surrounding it are being pressured to answer sustainability claims and at Bebold we prioritise businesses that prioritise sustainable and ethical values. New York Fashion Week has spearheaded this with designers demonstrating their commitment to sustainability through their use of deadstock materials, reducing waste and implementing planet-protective production practices. A brand leading the way at NYFW is the bold Gabriela Hearst whose shows are carbon-neutral and materials are eco-conscious. London Fashion Week is also set to 'go green' and the event has announced "a renewed focus on sustainability, integrating eco-conscious practices and highlighting designers who prioritize ethical production and environmental responsibility". Several designers appearing at LFW are fully committed to sustainability, for example, luxury jewellery designer, Samantha Siu donates a cut of her profits to animal conservation charities and sources sustainable and ethical stones. #LFW40 #BritishFashionCouncil #London #LondonFashionWeek #BritishBrands

A Bold Step Forward for Kenyan Fashion Reflecting on the Kenya Fashion Week (KFW) pre-launch event on October 26, 2024, we see the strength that lies in owning and sharing our stories. Held at the lush Shamba Events venue in Nairobi, the theme, "Fashion that Tells Your Story," resonated deeply with every attendee. It wasn't just a call for designers to share their creations but an invitation to every individual in the room to honor their own roots, stories, and creativity. This pre-launch event was not merely a show but a vision come alive—a vision of creating a globally recognized space for African fashion, centered on Kenyan culture, innovation, and, most importantly, community. We saw panel discussions that went beyond surface-level industry talk. Conversations around creativity, design innovation, industry leadership, and the practical steps needed for Kenyan fashion to scale globally filled the air. It was a reminder that behind every label is a person, and behind every person is a story woven with courage, community, and tradition. What makes this step forward so significant is the challenges Kenyan designers face today: limited access to funding, inadequate industry infrastructure, and the high costs of sustainable practices. Yet, seeing designers come together to challenge these obstacles was inspiring. Kenya Fashion Week has set the stage for a future where Kenyan designers are not only visible but respected voices in the global fashion conversation. With the main KFW event set for March 2025, we now have an opportunity to continue what was started in October—a celebration of Kenyan identity, a commitment to sustainable practices, and a belief in the power of storytelling. Because when we show up authentically, owning our narratives, the world can't help but pay attention. #KenyaFashionWeek #KenyaFashionWeek #AfricanFashion #KenyanDesigners #FashionInnovation #SustainableFashion #FashionForGood #GlobalFashion #KenyaFashion2025 #KFWPreLaunch #FashionInNairobi #FashionForwardKenya

“ASEAN International Fashion Week Showcases Vietnamese Talent” Over 50 designers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member countries and beyond convened for the ASEAN International Fashion Week, alongside more than 40 models from the ASEAN states. The event also attracted participants from Australia, the US, Italy, and the Netherlands. The week-long event shone a spotlight on the close relationships within ASEAN and between the bloc and external nations through the medium of fashion. It provided a platform to showcase the exceptional creativity of fashion designers from the region and beyond, fostering connections between ASEAN and the global fashion industry. The ultimate goal was to encourage and support aspiring fashion talent, including designers, models, and creators, to gain a foothold on the international stage and propel ASEAN fashion onto the world map. Hayden Ng, the founder of ASEAN International Fashion Week, emphasized the event’s broader objectives. “Our common goal,” he said, “is to strive for sustainability and work together to build a peaceful and fashion-forward world.” This inaugural fashion week is expected to become an annual fixture, according to organizers. You may also like The Vietnam International Fashion & Beauty Festival (VIFBF) will be held in Hanoi The Vietnam International Fashion & Beauty Festival (VIFBF) will be organised at the International Centre of Exhibition in Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem district from December 11-15, the organising board said at a conference on September 21. Vietnam+ reports. Street art made from recycled material goes on display in Hanoi A street in Phuc Tan ward in Hanoi has been decorated by series of art displays that have been made using recycled rubbish. Locations Leading the Way in Eco-Friendly Tourism in Vietnam Pollution and waste is a worldwide issue — 91% of the global population is exposed to unhealthy levels. In Vietnam, a country that relies heavily on agriculture and farming, it is extremely important to look after the land and the air we breathe. The responsibility is on local businesses as well as individuals to make sure that they are doing their utmost to look after the planet. Social distancing paintings on display Nhan Dan (or The People) newspaper and the Vietnam Fine Arts Association displayed paintings created during social distancing on June 15 in Hanoi. Keeping Phu Quoc Island clean and safe Phu Quoc Island has a deserved reputation for its pristine beaches and stunning landscapes, but pollution is starting to have a negative impact on ...

📢 Copenhagen Fashion Week is leading the charge for sustainability in the fashion industry! As Copenhagen Fashion Week begins today (running until Jan 31), we want to share some positive news with you. ✨ Copenhagen Fashion Week - Sustainability Requirements - Since 2023, only brands meeting Minimum Standards (covering environmental and social practices) can showcase their collections. These standards require brands to demonstrate "circular design principles, considering the repairability, recyclability, upgradability and reusability" of products "as well as the inclusion of recycled content." - In 2024, Copenhagen Fashion Week updated its Sustainability Requirements to align with industry advancements and EU policies. These will become mandatory for all applicants in 2025. - Brands are screened by an external committee to verify compliance with the Minimum Standards. 💡 Important Notes - The framework is not a certification or audit but part of the application process. - It aims to create a shared language and raise expectations for sustainability within the fashion industry. By setting these standards, Copenhagen Fashion Week is driving meaningful change in business practices—with success. Since June 2024, Berlin Fashion Week has adopted these sustainability requirements, and London Fashion Week has just announced they will follow suit. We're glad to see this trend and will soon share more about these first implementations. 🌍 💭 We see Copenhagen as a frontrunner in setting new standards for fashion weeks—both regionally and globally. What do you think? #Sustainability #FashionWeek #CPHFW #CopenhagenFashionWeek #BFW #BerlinFashionWeek #SustainabilityRequirements

At BLACK PEARL, we believe there’s so much to learn when we look beyond the surface of fashion—and even more when we turn to cultures like Ghana, where tradition and sustainability go hand in hand. 🌍 In Ghana, the beauty of Adinkra cloth and the reverence for quality craftsmanship remind us that fashion can be more than trends—it can be a powerful statement of respect for the earth, culture, and people. Take a look at this Op-Ed article by our Founder & CEO Samata Pattinson, diving into the wisdom of cultures that have long understood the importance of longevity and authenticity in fashion.

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With over 35 years in the fashion industry, I've seen that real sustainability requires more than changes in consumer behavior or occasional green initiatives by brands. It demands systemic efforts from every sector, including governments, institutions, brands, and fashion weeks. I admire Copenhagen Fashion Week for setting a high bar in sustainability, and I'm excited to see Berlin Fashion Week's upcoming announcement of their 20 minimum sustainability standards. These will not only push for greater diversity and inclusion but will also enhance transparency and traceability, encouraging brands to reveal more about their supply chains. At WORLD COLLECTIVE HUB, we support brands in meeting these new standards by providing tools for full transparency and traceability. Our expanding features like digital passports and impact assessments are essential for driving sustainable change. Step by step, sustainability is becoming not just a matter of pride but a fundamental obligation. It is transitioning from the exceptional to the ordinary, ensuring that the entire fashion industry evolves responsibly. #SustainableFashion #BerlinFashionWeek #CPHFW #Transparency #Traceability #WorldCollectiveHub #Sustainability https://lnkd.in/e9dkCNzD