It ain't fashion, if it ain't sustainable

Matthijs Crietee

Event Roundup / WFC 2023

3 November 2023

6 minutes

The focus of the International Apparel Federation (IAF) is a stronger, smarter and more sustainable supply chain and the just concluded 38th World Fashion Convention addressd many such important topics with a global audience, educating delegates and bringing people together that can jointly achieve more in the endeavour to improve the industry.

Discussion Should Be about Sharing Risks and Rewards Than Simply Transferring Risks

The just-concluded 38th World Fashion Convention at Philadelphia delved deep into issues plaguing the textile-apparel-fashion industry. Matthijs Crietee, Secretary-General, International Apparel Federation (IAF), sheds light on the roadmap chalked out to help industry achieve its Net Zero goals.

Subir Ghosh

Interview

Supply Chains / Smart Flexibility

18 October 2023

2 minutes

IAF, ITC to Unveil Move Towards Full Supply Chain Profitability at World Fashion Convention

The ensuing World Fashion Convention will see the launch of a new initiative from the International Apparel Federation (IAF) and International Trade Centre (ITC) which seeks to boost full supply chain profitability for apparel manufacturers and brands.

Staff Writer

Due Diligence / Partnership

29 September 2023

2 minutes

Brands must establish equal partnerships with their suppliers who have valuable knowledge and practical insights to inform brands’ HRDD efforts, including responsible purchasing practices.

STTI and Fair Wear Sign MoU on Driving Systemic Change in Industry

Fair Wear Foundation and the Sustainable Terms of Trade Initiative (STTI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), committing to further strengthening their collaboration on advancing systemic change in the garment and textiles industry.

Staff Writer

Climate Action / Partnership

29 September 2023

3 minutes

The MoU is underpinned by an understanding of the need to further advance balance and equal partnership in commercial activities throughout the supply chain.

IAF and SAC Forge Partnership on Decarbonisation and Responsible Purchasing Practices in Supply Chains

An MoU inked by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) and the International Apparel Federation (IAF) will collaborate on projects and activities to deliver decarbonisation of the industry in line with internationally recognised targets, working together on collective action opportunities to reduce carbon emissions.

Staff Writer

Digital Labels / Open Letter

13 July 2023

3 minutes

Industry estimates show that, collectively, labelling requirements now result in the annual production of approximately 5.7 million miles (about 9.2 million km) of label tape—enough to stretch from the earth to the moon, and back, twelve times each year.

Industry Associations Call for Digital Labelling to Reduce Waste and Increase Consumer Access to Information

Digital labelling is the need of the hour and a global coalition of stakeholders in the textile-fashion-footwear-accessories sector has called for supranational, national and local authorities to update outdated, inflexible, and complex labelling requirements to empower consumers with accessible information through greener e-labelling.

Staff Writer

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