Signal: Is the Recycled Apparel Trend Slowing Down?
As the apparel industry debates the use of recyclable and non-recyclable materials, it seems that interest in “recycled” is simmering down.
As the apparel industry debates the use of recyclable and non-recyclable materials, it seems that interest in “recycled” is simmering down.
The effectiveness of fashion companies’ sustainability efforts and related communication remains largely unknown, especially among Generation Z.
Industry experts continue to express confidence in mum and baby goods retailer Mothercare, despite a fall in full-year (FY23) sales resulting in a £0.1m ($0.12m) loss.
The apparel industry continues to be a hotbed of innovation, with activity driven by technology, convenience, and comfort, and the growing importance of technologies.
To bolster their environmental reputation after their sustainability efforts have been deemed performative, many retailers are turning to AI.
UK Office of National Statistics (ONS) figures show average weekly online clothing sales hit a record high of £1.7bn ($2.17bn) in the first half of 2023.
With AI becoming virtually impossible to ignore, more major names in fashion are harnessing the technology to drive efficiencies in their supply chains and to enhance the customer experience.
Retail Economics CEO Richard Lim says UK retailers Next and Marks & Spencer are prime examples of how to master multichannel fashion retailing.